Dana White says Arman Tsarukyan close to title shot, advises calmer behavior

Dana White said he likes Arman Tsarukyan's current activity level and that Tsarukyan just needs to avoid acting "like a maniac" to secure a title shot. Tsarukyan responded by saying a fight with Islam Makhachev is unlikely because Makhachev will retire after a couple more fights. The Armenian fighter predicted he will dominate the sport within a year and become the face of the UFC once he captures the title. The post also briefly mentions Robert Whittaker denied rumors of a fight with Magomed Ankalaev, and notes that Paulo Costa said he enjoys fighting Russians because they are tough like Brazilians.