Dana White says Arman Tsarukyan close to title shot with continued activity

Dana White commented positively on Arman Tsarukyan's current activity level and stated that Tsarukyan is close to earning a title shot. According to White, all Tsarukyan needs to do now to secure a championship bout is avoid acting "like a maniac." Meanwhile, Tsarukyan himself expressed doubt about fighting Islam Makhachev, believing Makhachev will retire after a couple more fights. Tsarukyan stated his confidence that he will capture the lightweight title within a year and become the face of the UFC, predicting that people will think of the organization when they see him. The post also mentioned that Robert Whittaker denied rumors about fighting Magomed Ankalaev.