Arman Tsarukyan explains why he deserves title shot over Paddy Pimblett

Ilia Topuria Wants Paddy Pimblett Next

Ilia Topuria only has one name in mind for his first lightweight title defense: ‘Paddy Pimblett’. Other deserving contenders like Arman Tsarukyan still haven’t earned his slightest interest. If possible, the Spanish fighter is also willing to jump to welterweight to fulfil the mega-fight with Islam Makhachev. However, it seems to be a strong possibility for the distant future. The UFC matchmakers seem to be interested in crystalizing this fight …

Arman Tsarukyan explains why he deserves title shot over Paddy Pimblett

Top lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan solidified his place at the top of the 155-pound division with a second-round submission win over No. 6 ranked Dan Hooker in the UFC Qatar main event last Saturday. Tsarukyan earned a 'Performance of the Night' bonus for the finish and believes he also punched his ticket to a title shot against champion Ilia Topuria. But the fight promotion may have other plans. Topuria and No. 5 ranked Paddy Pimblett ha…

Sean O’Malley Says UFC Will Avoid Topuria vs. Tsarukyan Because Arman Can Beat Him

Sean O’Malley has raised concern about whether UFC is willing to pair Ilia Topuria with Arman Tsarukyan next. In his view, Tsarukyan has become the most serious danger to the champion after a dominant win, and that alone might cause the promotion to avoid booking the fight. Tsarukyan blasted through Dan Hooker at UFC Qatar, ...