Robert Whittaker has denied circulating rumors about a potential matchup with Magomed Ankalaev. Dana White commented positively on Arman Tsarukyan's current activity level, stating that to earn a title shot, Tsarukyan simply needs to avoid acting like a "maniac." Tsarukyan himself expressed doubt about fighting Islam Makhachev, predicting the champion will retire after a couple more fights while claiming he will dominate the sport within a year. Michael Bisping and Daniel Cormier have been announced as the new coaching pair for the upcoming season of The Ultimate Fighter. Additionally, Josh Hockitt has been engaging in bizarre behavior, wandering hotel lobbies confronting fighters with strange monologues.
