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Tsarukyan Demands Title Shot After Submission Victory

11/28/2025

Summary

Story summary

Arman Tsarukyan, a UFC lightweight contender, defeated Dan Hooker by submission at UFC Qatar, establishing himself as the top title contender.
He criticizes Ilia Topuria, the UFC lightweight champion, for preferring a title fight with Paddy Pimblett over facing him.
Tsarukyan says he deserves the next title shot and will fight the UFC's Conor McGregor only if no title shot is available, as the Pimblett rivalry grows on social media.

History

Historical Context

In 2022, the UFC lightweight division underwent significant changes after Charles Oliveira lost his title due to missing weight, impacting contenders like Arman Tsarukyan. This incident highlighted the strict weight regulations in title fights, which require fighters to meet specific limits. Tsarukyan's victory over Dan Hooker further intensified the competition for the championship, reflecting the evolving dynamics and importance of rankings in the UFC.

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Story summary

Arman Tsarukyan, a UFC lightweight contender, defeated Dan Hooker by submission at UFC Qatar, establishing himself as the top title contender.
He criticizes Ilia Topuria, the UFC lightweight champion, for preferring a title fight with Paddy Pimblett over facing him.
Tsarukyan says he deserves the next title shot and will fight the UFC's Conor McGregor only if no title shot is available, as the Pimblett rivalry grows on social media.

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