Multiple fighters made statements about potential matchups and rivalries. Arman Tsarukyan stated he would like Justin Gaethje to drop out so he could fight Topuria and kick him out of the UFC, adding he won't stop until he has at least five title defenses. Merab Dvalishvili said he has no problems with Dagestani fighters except Umar Nurmagomedov, whom he dislikes, while emphasizing healthy competition between Armenia, Georgia, Chechnya, and Dagestan. Ilia Topuria, who updated his chest tattoo, made harsh comments about Tsarukyan, calling him stupid and saying he would break his jaw in the first round. Additionally, Benoit Saint-Denis announced a fight with Paddy Pimblett by posting roast beef on social media, and Bogdan Guskov declined a fight with Baranievski.
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