Tsarukyan claims he'd beat Khabib by decision; Cormier suggests Makhachev vs McGregor

Arman Tsarukyan stated he believes he would have defeated Khabib Nurmagomedov by decision, citing his well-rounded skillset as the main advantage. Jiri Prochazka is reportedly highly valued by UFC management, having competed in four title fights across just eight UFC bouts. Daniel Cormier proposed an unusual career path for Islam Makhachev, suggesting a fight with Conor McGregor. Dana White expressed relief at stepping back from direct fighter negotiations, stating the company has outgrown that phase and he grew tired of dealing with often frivolous fighter issues. Tsarukyan was prepared to wager one million dollars on Khamzat Chimaev's victory, but a streamer who proposed the bet quickly reduced the amount to fifty thousand dollars.