Arman Tsarukyan targets Topuria, says he'll stop only after five title defenses

Arman Tsarukyan stated he would prefer if Justin Gaethje withdrew from his fight so he could face Ilia Topuria, claiming he would knock Topuria out of the UFC. The Armenian lightweight contender declared he will only stop fighting when he achieves at least five title defenses. Meanwhile, Merab Dvalishvili clarified he has no problems with Dagestani fighters except Umar Nurmagomedov, emphasizing healthy competition between Armenians, Georgians, Chechens, and Dagestanis. Topuria responded harshly to Tsarukyan, calling him extremely stupid and claiming Arman spends his father's money rather than his own earnings. Tsarukyan also discussed a potential bout with Alexander Volkanovski and outlined Khamzat Chimaev's prospects. Demetrious Johnson predicted a confident victory for Chimaev over Sean O'Malley, while Benoit Saint-Denis appeared to announce a fight with Paddy Pimblett by posting roast beef imagery. Bogdan Guskov declined a bout with an opponent named Baranievski.