Ilia Topuria delivered harsh criticism of Arman Tsarukyan in a recent interview, targeting his public displays of wealth. Topuria stated he dislikes when people act rich while flaunting money in others' faces. He claimed Tsarukyan is not genuinely wealthy and is spending his father's money rather than his own. Topuria called Tsarukyan a "natural child" and expressed strong disdain for his behavior. The featherweight champion's comments add tension to the relationship between the two fighters.





