Arman Tsarukyan vows to "kick Topuria out of UFC," targets five title defenses

Arman Tsarukyan stated he wants Justin Gaethje to withdraw so he can fight Ilia Topuria and "kick him out of UFC." He says he won't stop until he has at least five title defenses. Topuria responded harshly, calling Tsarukyan "incredibly stupid" and claiming he would "break his jaw in the first round" if they meet in the Octagon. Merab Dvalishvili commented on regional relations, saying fighters from Armenia, Georgia, Chechnya, and Dagestan are all hardworking and friendly, noting healthy competition except for Umar Nurmagomedov, whom he dislikes. Tsarukyan also discussed a potential fight with Alexander Volkanovski and outlined near-term prospects for Khamzat Chimaev. Additionally, Demetrious Johnson predicted a confident victory for Chimaev over Sean O'Malley, and Benoit Saint-Denis announced a fight with Paddy Pimblett by posting a roast beef image on social media.