A high-stakes rematch is brewing in the lightweight division of UFC. Reigning champion Islam Makhachev has set tongues wagging with his recent comments as he has agreed to face Arman Tsarukyan. The two were set on a collision course again after previously encountering each other way back in 2019.
This announcement has sent ripples through the MMA community. Fans are buzzing with excitement about this potential clash of titans. It’s a rematch that’s been years in the making. The Dagestani champion recently talked about his potential opponent:
“I think he’s the same. I saw a lot of his fights, he just speaks. He speaks good, he promotes himself. But he’s the same fighter, and it’s not an exciting match for me, but we will fight soon,” said Makhachev via Hosheh MMA.
Their previous fight was a closely contested affair. Makhachev emerged victorious, but Tsarukyan left a lasting impression. Since then, both fighters have climbed the ranks of the lightweight division. Makhachev now sits atop the mountain as the undisputed champion. He has three title defenses under his belt. Meanwhile, Tsarukyan has established himself as a formidable contender.
This potential rematch adds another layer to Makhachev‘s impressive reign. Many consider Tsarukyan Islam Makhachev’s toughest opponent to date. The rematch against another elite ground game specialist is one that has fans swooning all over it. But in the end, it all comes down to what happens in the octagon. Predictions and trash talk are fun, but they don’t win fights. Only time will tell who emerges victorious in this epic rematch.
Arman Tsarukyan Willing To Fight For The Interim Title
A new chapter unfolds in this action-packed division as rising star Tsarukyan throws his hat into the ring. He is ready to fight for an interim title if needed. His journey to the top has been nothing short of impressive, as he has won 9 out of his last 10 fights. That’s the kind of a streak that makes fighters legends.
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But here’s where things get interesting. Tsarukyan was offered a shot at the champ, Islam Makhachev. However, he turned down the short-notice fight at UFC 302. Talk about patience! Now, Tsarukyan finds himself in a bit of a pickle. He’s ready to fight, but the champ isn’t. Makhachev is currently nursing a hand injury. It’s like being all dressed up with nowhere to go!
But Tsarukyan does not put all his eggs in one basket. If Makhachev can’t fight this year, Tsarukyan has a backup plan. He has open to fighting for an interim title. And he is not short on potential opponents. Tsarukyan name-dropped some big names: Dustin Poirier, Justin Gaethje, and Michael Chandler. This would be a mega event if the UFC decides to proceed.
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