UFC lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan has explicitly stated his intention to secure a highly anticipated title fight against Ilya Topuria. His strategy is clear: deliver a dominant performance and finish his upcoming opponent, Dan Hooker.
“I hope to beat Hooker, show my level in the fight with him, and then get a title shot in January or February. If I perform very well and finish Dan, Ilya will no longer be able to avoid me. I must show that I am ready for a title fight.”
— Arman Tsarukyan, as quoted by journalist Ariel Helwani on social media page X.
Tsarukyan believes that an undeniable victory over Hooker will leave the champion with no option but to face him, solidifying his claim as the next in line for the lightweight championship.
