Valter Walker's coach issues a bold challenge to Tsarukyan and taunts him: 'He can't defend himself'

Walter Walker Coach Gor at a UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/valterwalkerufc

coach of Walter WalkerGor Azizyan, it seems, has developed a taste for controversy and has come to the defense of Shara Magomedov, your athlete. This Tuesday (30), in Armenia, the professional will be in the Russian's corner in the grappling fight against Arman Tsarukyan, by 'Hype FC', and further heated up the atmosphere for the match.

Before the fight, the coach had already expressed interest in a rematch involving his athlete and the Armenian fighter, and issued a bold challenge. To compete in the event, Shara, a striking specialist, agreed to venture into grappling, the Armenian fighter's specialty.

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Aware of the Russian's disadvantage in grappling, the professional would like Tsarukyan to also take the same risk and agree to a rematch exclusively in striking. Furthermore, Gor doubted that the Armenian has a high enough skill level to survive the 'bad boy' in a stand-up fight.

“Although this isn’t Shara’s favorite discipline, he’s a strong fighter. I think he’s capable of defending himself, which would be a victory for him. Even a draw would be a victory for Shara. It’s not his discipline. It would be the same if Tsarukyan fought Muay Thai against Shara,” the coach said in an interview with the website 'Red Corner MMA'.

“Can you imagine? He wouldn’t be able to defend himself. He’s improving, okay. After this fight, we’ll do an exhibition fight. I think the UFC would allow it, just Muay Thai,” he concluded.

Completely different athletes

The fight has some interesting aspects. Arman Tsarukyan He is a lightweight (up to 70,3 kg) fighter in the UFC and is ranked number one. Shara Magomedov It is part of the middle weight category (up to 83,9 kg) and is not in the top 15.

In terms of physicality, the Russian has an advantage, as he is taller and heavier than his opponent. Technically, however, the Armenian is clearly superior to his opponent in grappling and, not surprisingly, is the overwhelming favorite to win the fight.