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Arman Tsarukyan Eyes Summer Title Shot After Victory

4/1/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Arman Tsarukyan, UFC lightweight contender, is pursuing a title shot after defeating Georgio Poullas in wrestling.
He has not received a title opportunity since withdrawing from a bout with Islam Makhachev.
Tsarukyan intends to back up the lightweight title fight between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje.
He believes a Topuria matchup is essential.
He aims to fight for a title this summer, potentially against Charles Oliveira for the BMF belt.

History

Historical Context

In May 2021, Charles Oliveira won the UFC Lightweight Championship by defeating Michael Chandler, becoming the first Brazilian to hold this title. His victory followed the retirement of Khabib Nurmagomedov, who vacated the championship in March 2021. Arman Tsarukyan's recent win over Georgio Poullas underscores the division's competitive landscape as fighters vie for championship opportunities.

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Story summary

Arman Tsarukyan, UFC lightweight contender, is pursuing a title shot after defeating Georgio Poullas in wrestling.
He has not received a title opportunity since withdrawing from a bout with Islam Makhachev.
Tsarukyan intends to back up the lightweight title fight between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje.
He believes a Topuria matchup is essential.
He aims to fight for a title this summer, potentially against Charles Oliveira for the BMF belt.

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