Tsarukyan says title shot near, predicts Islam will retire soon

Arman Tsarukyan stated that a fight with Islam Makhachev is unlikely because he believes the champion will retire after just a couple more fights. Tsarukyan expressed confidence that he will capture the title within a year and become the face of UFC, claiming that when people see him, they will think of the promotion. Dana White commented that he likes Tsarukyan's current activity level and that all Arman needs to do now to secure a title shot is stop acting like a "maniac." White also called him a "tough bastard." The post also included various other MMA news items including Robert Whittaker denying rumors of a fight with Ankalaev and commentary about Tom Aspinall's unusual behavior.