The Herd with Colin Cowherd Arman Tsarukyan on llia Topuria KO vs. Charles Oliveira, Islam Makhachev
Jul 2, 2025
Arman Tsarukyan, a top-ranked UFC lightweight contender known for his impressive MMA skills, discusses the explosive knockout of Charles Oliveira by Ilya Topuria and his surprise at the outcome. He critiques Joe Rogan's comment on Paddy Pimblett's involvement post-fight and reflects on his own decision to withdraw from a matchup against Islam Makhachev. Additionally, Tsarukyan shares thoughts on Topuria's rise to the No. 1 pound-for-pound ranking and adds some playful banter about his roast of Bryce Mitchell.
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Back Injury, Not Weight Cut
- Arman Tsarukyan missed his fight due to a back injury worsened by dehydration, not weight issues.
- Doctors advised him not to proceed if he couldn't make weight safely, highlighting the medical reason behind the withdrawal.
Oliveira's Weaknesses Exposed
- Arman believed Ilia Topuria would finish Charles Oliveira by the third round due to Topuria's striking and Oliveira's declining durability.
- Oliveira's lack of wrestling and declining chin made him a stylistic bad matchup against top strikers.
Topuria's Striking Dominance
- Arman was impressed by Topuria's first-round knockout of Oliveira, confirming Topuria's elite boxing in the division.
- He noted the knockout was clean and decisive, reinforcing Topuria's striking dominance.