The Herd with Colin Cowherd Daniel Cormier TV - Arman Tsarukyan GOES OFF ON Ilia Topuria for wanting Paddy next, Khamzat-Garry beef
Nov 27, 2025
Arman Tsarukyan, a professional mixed martial artist and top lightweight contender, shares insights after his recent submission victory over Dan Hooker. He expresses frustration over Ilia Topuria's avoidance of their matchup, insisting Topuria prefers easier fights like Paddy Pimblett instead. Arman details a memorable altercation with Topuria and confidently outlines how he would defeat him. He also praises Islam Makhachev's dominance in the ring and emphasizes his readiness for a title shot without needing another fight.
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Proving Contender Status
- Arman Tsarukyan says he prepared every camp like a title fight to prove he's the real number-one contender.
- He insists his wins validate his ranking and demand the UFC must give him the title shot.
Why Topuria Might Avoid Tsarukyan
- Arman believes Ilia Topuria is avoiding him and chooses easier, money fights like Paddy Pimblett.
- He frames Topuria's behavior as strategic avoidance rather than competitive courage.
The 'Slap' That Wasn't
- Arman describes being "slapped" by Topuria in a media moment and calls it exaggerated by the press.
- He says it was a friendly touch misrepresented as a slap and that media amplified the story.