Dana White says Arman Tsarukyan close to title shot if he avoids controversy

Dana White commented that he likes Arman Tsarukyan's current activity level and that the fighter is close to earning a title shot, needing only to avoid behaving "like a maniac." Meanwhile, Tsarukyan stated he believes a fight with Islam Makhachev is unlikely as Makhachev will finish his career in a couple of fights, and predicted he will capture the title and become the face of UFC within a year. In other news, Paulo Costa said he loves fighting Russians because they are tough like Brazilians. Robert Whittaker denied rumors about fighting Magomed Ankalaev. Michael Bisping and Daniel Cormier will be coaches on the next season of The Ultimate Fighter.