Arman Tsarukyan vows to remove Topuria from UFC; Topuria fires back with insults

Arman Tsarukyan stated that if Justin Gaethje pulls out, he wants to fight Ilia Topuria and kick him out of the UFC, vowing not to stop until he has at least five title defenses. Topuria responded harshly, calling Tsarukyan extremely stupid and claiming he would break his jaw in the first round if they meet in the octagon. Merab Dvalishvili commented on regional rivalries, saying he has no issues with Dagestani fighters except Umar Nurmagomedov. Meanwhile, Tsarukyan discussed potential plans for a fight with Alexander Volkanovski and prospects for Khamzat Chimaev. Demetrious Johnson predicted a confident win for Chimaev over Sean O'Malley, and Benoit Saint-Denis announced a matchup with Paddy Pimblett by posting a roast beef image on social media.