For nearly a decade, Islam Makhachev has been unstoppable, with a 14-fight win streak and no opponent able to outclass him. Now, with Arman Tsarukyan emerging as Makhachev’s next potential challenger, the buzz is building that he might accomplish what no one has since 2015. However, Michael Chandler doubts the top lightweight contender can surpass Makhachev’s skill and dominance in the octagon.
In a recent interview with New York Post Sports, Chandler shared his admiration for Tsarukyan’s impressive skill set. However, he added that although Tsarukyan is talented, Makhachev’s abilities remain unmatched, making him a tough opponent for anyone in the lightweight division.
He stated, “He’s just a young, hungry dude making his presence be known, he’s matured. He’s got some great wins. His last win was over [Charles] Oliveira, my next opponent. So he’s earned this title shot… I wish him well. I think Islam absolutely smokes him, but at least he’s got great hair.”
Chandler lightheartedly joked that, at the very least, Tsarukyan has good hair, hinting that even after a potential beatdown, he’ll still look sharp. Now, with all eyes on Makhachev. And fans are eager to see if Tsarukyan’s skills and confidence can stand up to the champion’s dominance in the octagon.
Nurmagomedov School Confirms Islam Makhachev vs. Arman Tsarukyan at UFC 311
Rumors suggest Islam Makhachev will defend his lightweight title against Arman Tsarukyan in the main event of UFC 311, scheduled for January 2025. Despite the growing speculation, the UFC has yet to officially confirm the matchup. Fans are eagerly waiting for an announcement to see if this bout will indeed kick off the new year.
The good news for fans is that the Nurmagomedov school has confirmed the fight between Islam Makhachev and Arman Tsarukyan, even sharing a poster of the bout on their social media.
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Indeed, if Tsarukyan manages to dethrone the lightweight champion, it would bring a major shift in the division’s dynamics. A win over Makhachev would not only break his lengthy winning streak but also introduce a new contender as the new kingpin in the lightweight ranks.
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