ARMAN TSARUKYAN NEWS

UFC power rankings entering December 2025 The UFC had another superb event in Doha, Qatar, in which Arman Tsarukyan submitted Dan Hooker to solidify him as the number one contender....

NOVEMBER 28 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Paddy Pimblett trolls Arman Tsarukyan after UFC 324 interim title fight announcement, 'Ahalkalakets' responds Paddy Pimblett recently took shots at Arman Tsarukyan after booking an interim lightweight title fight against Justin Gaethje, and the Georg...

NOVEMBER 28 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

"He is a nobody" - Arman Tsarukyan buries Michael Chandler and shuts down Paddy Pimblett hype Michael Chandler became the unexpected target of Arman Tsarukyan as the Armenian was asked about Paddy Pimblett.

NOVEMBER 26 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

"That was a big mistake" - Arman Tsarukyan reflects on headbutting Dan Hooker during UFC Qatar pre-fight faceoff Arman Tsarukyan recently reflected on headbutting Dan Hooker during their UFC Qatar pre-fight faceoff and admitted that it was a bad move on...

NOVEMBER 25 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

"I could kill him there"- Arman Tsarukyan shuts down Ilia Topuria's claim of a backstage slap and calls the story fabricated Arman Tsarukyan pushed back hard on Ilia Topuria’s latest claims of slapping him during a brief run-in. The brief clip that Topuria posted o...

NOVEMBER 25 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Next title challenger? Tsarukyan defeated Dan Hooker via submission (arm-triangle choke) at 3:34 of Round 2 at UFC Qatar on Saturday.

Impact Tsarukyan entered this fight as a betting favorite of as much as (-900), and he certainly looked the part with a clinical effort. He logged a takedown and 3:16 worth of control time in the opening frame while also winning the significant striking battle 19-to-5. Round 2 saw him eat a notable right hook, but he shook it off and went for a takedown that Hooker had little hope of defending. Tsarukyan softened his opponent up with a few elbows before passing into three-quarter mount and eventually finding the fight-ending choke. He would go on to win a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus here, but more importantly is what's next. Tsarukyan likely has the best case for the next shot at lightweight champion Ilia Topuria, but it remains to be seen if the UFC will book that fight, or go with the more marketable Paddy Pimblett in early-2026.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Arman Tsarukyan wants to spend $50,000 UFC Qatar bonus on buying Khamzat Chimaev's $150,000 watch Arman Tsarukyan had another reason to be pleased with his performance at UFC Qatar. The Armenian impressively defeated Dan Hooker via submis...

NOVEMBER 23 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

"Performance was crazy" - Khamzat Chimaev lauds Arman Tsarukyan's win over Dan Hooker, pushes for Armenian's title shot Khamzat Chimaev was all praises for Arman Tsarukyan after the latter’s win over Dan Hooker at UFC Qatar.

NOVEMBER 23 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Arman Tsarukyan calls for Ilia Topuria fight after dominant UFC Qatar win Arman Tsarukyan and Dan Hooker both made their respective returns to the Octagon for a huge main event at UFC Qatar.

NOVEMBER 22 • SI.COM

UFC Fight Night 265: Arman Tsarukyan vs. Dan Hooker odds, picks and predictions In a 5-round lightweight bout in the main event, Arman Tsarukyan and Dan Hooker meet Saturday at UFC Fight Night 265 in Al Rayyan, Qatar.

NOVEMBER 22 • NEWS-JOURNALONLINE.COM

Deadspin | UFC Fight Night Qatar: Arman Tsarukyan popular favorite vs. Dan Hooker Deadspin | UFC Fight Night Qatar: Arman Tsarukyan popular favorite vs. Dan Hooker

NOVEMBER 22 • DEADSPIN.COM

Dan Hooker warns Arman Tsarukyan he'll gas out too if the fight turns into a wrestling war Dan Hooker recently issued a humorous warning to Arman Tsarukyan regarding their upcoming clash, given that it turns into a potential wrestl...

OCTOBER 18 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Arman Tsarukyan draws Dan Hooker for UFC Fight Night 265 main event in Qatar Dan Hooker will finally get his wish of fighting Arman Tsarukyan.

OCTOBER 1 • USATODAY.COM

Headlining UFC Qatar Tsarukyan will take on Dan Hooker in a lightweight bout at UFC Qatar on Nov. 22, per Marcel Dorff of Eurosport.nl.

Impact Tsarukyan has won his last four UFC bouts and has earned a spot in the main event at UFC Qatar in late November. In his most recent UFC bout, he took care of business against Charles Oliveira via split decision back in April of 2024. He'll look to push his already sparkling UFC record 10-2 with a win.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

UFC Qatar Main Event Announced - Fightful | WWE News, AEW News, Pro Wrestling Backstage News Dana White announced that a lightweight showdown between Arman Tsarukyan and Dan Hooker will headline UFC Qatar on November 22.

OCTOBER 1 • FIGHTFUL.COM

Top contender Arman Tsarukyan sleeps ex-UFC champion during wait for UFC title fight Fans are still waiting on news of when Arman Tsarukyan will return to the Octagon, but the top UFC lightweight did recently pick up an impre...

SEPTEMBER 20 • SI.COM

Arman Tsarukyan putting an ex-UFC champion to sleep in grappling-only match sends fans reeling: "Ilia is shaking right now" Arman Tsarukyan delivered a masterclass in grappling that left MMA fans on social media buzzing.

SEPTEMBER 20 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Arman Tsarukyan talks targeted Ilia Topuria UFC title fight, more Arman Tsarukyan talks to MMA Junkie and other reporters at Khamzat Chimaev's UFC 319 media day and discusses his desire to face Ilia Topuria...

AUGUST 6 • USATODAY.COM

Arman Tsarukyan deems Ilia Topuria fight 70% likely: "Only negotiating about a title fight" Arman Tsarukyan recently opened up about a potential title fight against Ilia Topuria.

AUGUST 5 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

"I'm the only one" - Dan Hooker issues no-holds-barred challenge to Arman Tsarukyan Dan Hooker recently poked fun at Arman Tsarukyan, emphasizing that he is the only current UFC lightweight star ready to fight Tsarukyan.

AUGUST 4 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Arman Tsarukyan seemingly trolls Ilia Topuria while calling out American competitive eating legend Joey Chestnut, Khamzat Chimaev reacts Arman Tsarukyan doesn't seem to be taking his foot off the pedal when it comes to trolling Ilia Topuria.

AUGUST 2 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Daniel Cormier slams Michael Bisping's criticism of Ilia Topuria after UFC champ dismisses Arman Tsarukyan fight Daniel Cormier believes Michael Bisping is being selective with his memory, especially when it comes to fighters like Ilia Topuria choosing...

AUGUST 2 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Ilia Topuria leaves UFC legends stunned with refusal to face top contender UFC lightweight Ilia Topuria is being held in high regard by his peers, some of whom believe he's mishandling his No. 1-ranked contender, Ar...

JULY 29 • SI.COM

Paddy Pimblett explains why he prefers Justin Gaethje over Arman Tsarukyan for potential fight: "No one cares about him" Paddy Pimblett recently shared his thoughts on potential fights against Justin Gaethje and Arman Tsarukyan.

JULY 26 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Arman Tsarukyan shares update on Khamzat Chimaev's fight camp for UFC 319 clash against Dricus du Plessis: "He has a lot of energy" Khamzat Chimaev is training for the biggest fight of his career as he prepares to take on middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis at UFC 319...

JULY 13 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM