Armenian Sports News' Andre Khatchaturian goes one-on-one with LSU and Armenia goalkeeper Sophine Kevorkian, who talks about her success at the NCAA and international levels, her Armenian heritage and the growth of soccer in Armenia.

It’s the final day of June and the ASN Podcast is back! Andre Khatchaturian and Jason Takhtadjian break down the wild week in combat sports and Armenian athletics:

⏳ TOPICS THIS WEEK:

🏆 UFC 317 Recap – Ilia Topuria dominates Charles Oliveira and calls out Paddy Pimblett

😤 Arman Tsarukyan Snubbed Again – Is there a conspiracy? Dana White’s comments raise questions

🇦🇲 Keith Krikorian Shines at UFC BJJ 1 – A dominant win and a proud Armenian moment; hear about his uncle’s incredible Artsakh War connection

🎾 Wimbledon Check-In – Can Karen Khachanov and Elina Avanesyan overcome recent struggles?

⚽ Henrikh Mkhitaryan & Inter Milan – Is this the end of an era?

🔥 Edward Spertsyan Transfer Rumors – Celtic? Manchester United? What’s real and what’s noise? 💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments.

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In this exclusive interview, Armenian Sports News host Andre Khachaturian sits down with UFC BJJ lightweight standout Keith Krikorian, fresh off a highlight-reel face crank submission win at the inaugural UFC BJJ event in Las Vegas. Krikorian opens up about:

💥 Bouncing back from an upset on Road to the Title

🇦🇲 The powerful impact of his Armenian heritage — including his uncle’s service in the Artsakh War

🥋 How he transitioned from boxing to jiu-jitsu and found his calling

🎖️ His family's proud military legacy, from World War II to defending Armenia

🌍 The rise of professional BJJ and the UFC’s growing investment in the sport

✈️ His next steps, including a seminar trip to Hawaii

📌 Don’t miss this heartfelt and powerful conversation with one of the top grappling talents in the world today.

Nikolai and Sebastian Terteryan, twin brothers from Denmark with Armenian roots, join Armenian Sports News to discuss signing with Golden Boy Promotions, their Olympic dreams, and their father’s boxing legacy. The rising stars talk loyalty, culture, and pride—plus what's next in their pro careers with debut fights set for July 12 in Fresno.

🎙️ On this week’s ASN Podcast, Andre Khatchaturian and Jason Takhtadjian discuss the following:

🇦🇲 Arman Tsarukyan named UFC 317 backup

⚽ Henrikh Mkhitaryan & Inter Milan set for Club World Cup

🏆 FC Noah learns UCL opponent

🥊 Gor Yeritsyan returns to the ring

🏀 Armenia Basketball national team recap

Andre Khatchaturian of Armenian Sports News goes one-on-one with UFC middleweight Edmen Shahbazyan, who previews his upcoming fight against Andre Petroski at UFC Atlanta. The interview is proudly powered by Your Favorite Attorney Nelson Gevorkyan Esq.

Armenian Sports News' Andre Khatchaturian speaks with MMA super-prospect David Mgoyan, who talks about his recent success in professional circuits and desire to sign a UFC contract soon. Mgoyan also talks about his Armenian-Yezidi heritage and his goal of beating Jon Jones' record of becoming the youngest UFC champion.

In this week's jampacked episode of the ASN Podcast, Andre Khatchaturian and Jason Takhtadjian analyze the breaking news of Albert Tadevosyan signing a UFC contract to fight Khaos Williams at UFC 316.

They also preview the UEFA Champions League final between Inter Milan and PSG and what Henrikh Mkhitaryan's future will be following the game.

Next, they examine David Mgoyan's chances of becoming the youngest UFC champion ever, talk about Elina Avanesyan's struggles at the French Open, Armenia Lacrosse's success at the Heritage Cup and much more.

In this week's episode of the ASN Podcast, Jason Takhtadjian and Andre Khatchaturian take a look at the biggest stories in the world of Armenian sports such as:

-- Karen Khachanov and Elina Avanesyan getting set for the French Open at Roland Garros

-- The Armenian men's and women's lacrosse teams prepare for the 2025 Heritage Cup

-- The Armenian gymnastics team featurning Artur Davtyan and Hamlet Manukyan get set for the European Gymnastics Championships

Andre Khatchaturian speaks with Armenia lacrosse head coach Morgan Radners and associate head coach Isabel Kubikian about the Armenian women's lacrosse team's upcoming international debut at the 2025 Heritage Cup in Boston.