Khamzat Chimaev makes an appearance and shows his support for a UFC Qatar star; watch the video.

Chimaev faces his opponent before the UFC fight. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

Arman Tsarukyan will have a significant boost in UFC Qatar, scheduled for next Saturday (22). The Romanian will be in action in the main fight of the event, where he faces Dan Hooker in a duel that could solidify his name as the next challenger for Ilia Topuria in the lightweight category (up to 70,3 kg). For this, he will have the support of Khamzat Shimaev.

In a video posted by Tsarukyan on social media, Khamzat Shimaev appears behind the scenes of UFC Qatar assisting the Romanian during the weight cutting process.

Khamzat Shimaev flew out to Qatar to support Arman Tsarukyan ahead of his upcoming fight #UFCQatar

(via @ArmanUfc) pic.twitter.com/RVQmqJzy68

— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) November 20, 2025

Arman Tsarukyan could be Ilia Topuria's next opponent in the UFC.

Ilia Topuria is a rival Arman Tsarukyan. Photo: SUPER FIGHTS montage

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Although it competes with popular names such as Paddy Pimblett e Justin gaethje, Arman Tsarukyan can secure his spot as the next challenger for the title of Ilia Topuria in this Saturday.

The Armenian, who was once scheduled to fight for the belt against Islam makhachev No. UFC 311, but was forced to withdraw from the fight due to a back injury, is the number one ranked lightweight. In case of victory over Dan HookerTsarukyan can solidify his name as the undisputed title contender.