Tsarukyan celebrates his UFC victory. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/armantsarukyan
apparently, Arman Tsarukyan wants to 'shake things up' in the lightweight division (up to 70,3 kg). After seeing the organization decide that Justin gaethje e Paddy Pimblett They will fight for the interim title in UFC 324On January 24th, in Las Vegas (USA), the Armenian fighter seeks to remain active in the octagon and is eyeing big fights. Therefore, the athlete could end up harming his chances. Charles of the Bronx.
In an interview with ESPN, Tsarukyan expressed interest in facing Max Holloway, the UFC 'Blessed Motherfucker' belt holder, in his next fight. This would frustrate the Brazilian, who has already made it clear that he intends to face 'Blessed' again and expand his MMA legacy by winning this symbolic title from the organization.
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“I hope the UFC can give me a big fight. They should at least give me the BMF belt. What are they going to give me? Who do we have in the division to fight? For me, if it’s not Holloway, there are no names,” said the athlete.
Few options available
Ranked first in the UFC lightweight division, Arman Tsarukyan He's in an awkward position. With the champion Ilia Topuria suspended indefinitely to resolve personal issues and with the struggle between Justin gaethje e Paddy PimblettWith the rankings officially confirmed, the Armenian player, ranked fourth and fifth respectively, has few options for an opponent.
It's worth remembering that the athlete beat Charles Oliveira, former champion and current number two in the category, and finished. Dan Hooker, who held sixth position, and lost to Mateusz gamrot, seventh place. Therefore, Max HollowayTsarukyan is the only opponent left to face, who is currently third in the standings. But, unfortunately for the Armenian, the veteran has already accepted the challenge from Do Bronx.
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