Tsarukyan says he would beat Khabib by decision; Cormier suggests McGregor bout

Arman Tsarukyan stated he believes he would have defeated Khabib Nurmagomedov by decision, citing his well-rounded skill set as the key advantage. Jiri Prochazka is highly valued by UFC management, having fought in four title bouts across only eight UFC appearances. Daniel Cormier proposed an unconventional career move for Islam Makhachev, suggesting a fight with Conor McGregor. Dana White expressed relief at stepping back from fighter negotiations, noting the company has outgrown that stage and he grew tired of dealing with often frivolous fighter issues. Tsarukyan was prepared to wager one million dollars on a Khamzat Chimaev victory, but the streamer who proposed the bet quickly withdrew and lowered the amount to fifty thousand dollars.