Dana White stated he is pleased with Arman Tsarukyan's current fight activity. White indicated that Tsarukyan is close to earning a title shot and only needs to avoid behaving erratically. Tsarukyan himself expressed confidence about becoming the face of the UFC within a year. The Armenian fighter suggested Islam Makhachev will retire after a couple more fights, creating an opening for him. Tsarukyan believes capturing the title is all that remains for him to dominate the sport.





