Tsarukyan's superior wrestling (3.25 takedowns per fight vs 0.73) and excellent takedown defense (75%) will neutralize Hooker's striking volume advantage. While Hooker lands 5.03 strikes per minute compared to Tsarukyan's 3.79, Arman's 53% striking defense and ability to mix in takedowns will disrupt Hooker's rhythm. Tsarukyan has shown improved striking power with recent KO wins, and his 4-fight win streak demonstrates championship-level consistency. Hooker's vulnerability to grapplers (78% TDD vs Tsarukyan's 37% accuracy suggests successful takedowns) and recent damage absorption make him susceptible to control-heavy gameplan.