Ilia Topuria has criticized Arman Tsarukyan in a recent interview, specifically targeting Tsarukyan's public displays of wealth. Topuria stated he dislikes when people flaunt money in others' faces and claimed Tsarukyan isn't actually wealthy but rather spending his father's money. The UFC featherweight champion called Tsarukyan a "natural child" and questioned his authenticity. This represents an escalation in verbal tension between the two fighters. No fight between Topuria and Tsarukyan has been announced, as they compete in different weight classes.
