Arman Tsarukyan revealed that the UFC recently sent him an unexpected bonus payment of $42,000. Tsarukyan stated he was unsure why he received the money, as the UFC typically does not explain such payments. He speculated it might be related to his social media activity. The Armenian fighter joked that he did not ask for details because his manager might claim a percentage if it was identified as bonus compensation. Meanwhile, Sean Strickland recounted telling Francis Ngannou he carries a weapon, quipping that Ngannou would find the reason in the mirror. Carlos Prates and Jack Della Maddalena had their first face-off, with observers noting Prates's impressive size for the welterweight division. Shamil Gaziev was reported to weigh around 140kg recently despite competing at 120kg, raising concerns given the Australian time zone will limit his recovery time.
