Arman Tsarukyan stated he believes he would have defeated Khabib Nurmagomedov by decision, citing his versatile skillset as the main advantage. Jiri Prochazka is highly rated by UFC management, having competed in eight UFC fights including four title fights. Prochazka expressed belief that Alex Pereira could defeat Ciryl Gane. Dana White said he's glad to have stepped away from negotiating directly with fighters, stating the company has outgrown that phase and he grew tired of dealing with often very frivolous fighters. Daniel Cormier suggested an unusual career continuation for Islam Makhachev, proposing a fight with Conor McGregor. Tsarukyan was ready to bet one million dollars on Khamzat Chimaev's victory, but the streamer who proposed the bet immediately pulled back and changed the wager to $50,000.
