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Topuria Downplays Tsarukyan Test Ahead of Gaethje Fight
27 Feb
Summary
- Ilia Topuria is set to defend his UFC lightweight title.
- Justin Gaethje is the interim champion and a potential opponent.
- Arman Tsarukyan is a top contender vying for a title shot.
Ilia Topuria is slated to defend his UFC lightweight championship later this year. The expected opponent is interim champion Justin Gaethje, a matchup that has garnered significant fan attention.
However, a different challenger has been making his case. Top contender Arman Tsarukyan, who was bypassed for the interim title opportunity earlier this year, has been actively campaigning for a shot at Topuria's 155-pound belt since the summer.
Many within the MMA community consider a fight between Topuria and Tsarukyan to be the ultimate test for the champion. Nevertheless, Topuria, also known as 'El Matador,' has expressed a differing opinion, indicating he does not view Tsarukyan as his most formidable adversary.
