Tsarukyan says Islam will retire soon, plans to become face of UFC

Arman Tsarukyan stated he believes a fight with Islam Makhachev is unlikely as Makhachev will retire after a couple more bouts. Tsarukyan declared he will take over the sport within a year and become the face of UFC once he captures the title. Dana White commented that he likes Tsarukyan's current activity level and that all he needs for a title shot is to avoid acting like a maniac. The post also mentions Costa saying he enjoys fighting Russians because they are tough like Brazilians. Additional notes include Robert Whittaker denying rumors of a fight with Ankalaev and confirmation that Bisping and Cormier will coach the next TUF season.