Arman Tsarukyan says Islam title fight unlikely, plans to become UFC's face

Arman Tsarukyan stated that a fight with Islam Makhachev is unlikely to happen, predicting Makhachev will retire after a couple more bouts. Tsarukyan declared his intention to take over the sport within a year and become the face of the UFC once he captures the title. Dana White commented that he likes Tsarukyan's current activity level and that he just needs to avoid behaving like a "maniac" to secure a title shot. The Armenian lightweight contender expressed confidence that people will think of the UFC when they see him. Additional news included Paulo Costa saying he loves fighting Russians because they are tough like Brazilians, and Robert Whittaker denying rumors about fighting Magomed Ankalaev.