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What’s next for Ilia Topuria after shocking UFC 250 loss?

Cristina Parra,Jennifer Bubel — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:32:30 GMT

On Sunday, the unthinkable happened. Ilia Topuria lost both his lightweight title and his undefeated record, suffering a fourth-round TKO defeat to Justin Gaethje at UFC 250 Freedom, an outcome that once seemed impossible.

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Sparks fly between Topuria and Tsarukyan

As.com As.com,AS USA — Tue, 25 Nov 2025 16:16:53 GMT

The rivalry between Ilia Topuria and Arman Tsarukyan is heating up again after the two fighters crossed paths at UFC Fight Night in Qatar - a moment captured on video. The encounter has reignited tensions between the pair, sparking another round of trash talk between Topuria and Tsarukyan on social media.

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Arman Tsarukyan: millionaire, friend of Putin... and rival of Topuria?

Cristina Parra — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 07:12:04 GMT

The majority of fighters come from poverty, crime or deeply painful pasts. MMA is often the way out. That’s not the case for Arman Tsarukyan, the Armenian-Georgian lightweight who grew up in Jabárovsk, Russia, without ever facing hardship. His father, a wealthy real-estate entrepreneur, ensured he never lacked for anything. This Saturday at 10:00 a.m. ET on MAX, he aims to earn a title shot in UFC Qatar when he faces Dan Hooker.

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UFC Fight Night in Qatar: Main card, prelims and times beyond Tsarukyan vs Hooker

AS USA — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:42:17 GMT

Arman Tsarukyan and Dan Hooker take center stage this Saturday, November 22, in the lightweight headliner of a packed UFC card in Qatar

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“Hits harder” - Tsarukyan’s words of praise for potential UFC title rival

As.com As.com,AS USA — Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:49:01 GMT

Armenian fighter Arman Tsarukyan has touched down in Qatar ahead of his main-event clash this Saturday at UFC Fight Night, where he’ll face Australian contender Dan Hooker.

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“He was supposed to be the guy to beat Topuria”: UFC star’s “idiot” vow

As.com As.com,AS USA — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 11:19:09 GMT

The UFC lightweight title, currently held by Spanish-Georgian phenom Ilia Topuria, has become the most sought-after crown in mixed martial arts. As the reigning pound-for-pound king of the sport’s premier organization, Topuria is now the target of a growing list of contenders eager to test themselves against the best.

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UFC star takes aim at rival’s ranking

Cristina Parra,AS USA — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 19:11:42 GMT

Charles Oliveira’s victorious comeback didn’t just boost his own standing in the lightweight rankings - it also gave Paddy Pimblett a surprising lift. Despite being sidelined for six months, the British fighter jumped from No. 7 to No. 6, leapfrogging Dan Hooker. Arman Tsarukyan wasn’t thrilled with the reshuffle, responding with a facepalm emoji on social media.

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Khamzat Chimaev weighs in on long-awaited Topuria vs Tsarukyan clash

Alonso Gómez,Calum Roche — Sun, 17 Aug 2025 11:02:46 GMT

Khamzat Chimaev, who captured the UFC middleweight belt by defeating Dricus du Plessis via unanimous decision, was asked about one of the most anticipated lightweight matchups: Ilia Topuria vs Arman Tsarukyan.

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Tsarukyan takes another shot at Topuria: “I’ll knock him out with my elbows in the first round”

As.com As.com — Wed, 13 Aug 2025 10:58:01 GMT

Arman Tsarukyan has renewed his challenge to Ilia Topuria, calling for a matchup in what would be “El Matador’s” first defense of the lightweight belt since defeating Charles Oliveira in June to claim the championship.

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“Alibaba version of McGregor”: UFC star takes aim at champ

David Marín,AS USA — Tue, 05 Aug 2025 17:03:59 GMT

Ilia Topuria (17-0-0) remains undefeated and holds the UFC lightweight title, but the identity of his first challenger is still up in the air. The bout is expected to take place later this year, yet no official opponent has been confirmed. Several names are in the mix - Paddy Pimblett, Justin Gaethje and Arman Tsarukyan among them.

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Tsarukyan teases Topuria... chasing a duck!

Cristina Parra,Joe Brennan — Sat, 26 Jul 2025 09:06:24 GMT

Arman Tsarukyan continues his efforts to get Ilia Topuria’s attention. The Armenian, currently ranked No. 1 in the lightweight division, is determined to secure a title shot and wants the Spanish-Georgian champion to make his first defense against him—at any cost.

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“I can finish Ilia”: UFC war of words heats up as fighters vie for Topuria title shot

As.com As.com,AS USA — Mon, 07 Jul 2025 08:39:40 GMT

Ilia Topuria’s electrifying win over Charles Oliveira for the vacant UFC lightweight title has catapulted the Spanish-Georgian fighter into the upper echelon of MMA stardom.

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