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Arman Tsarukyan vs. Dan Hooker Winner Won’t Be Next for Ilia Topuria, UFC Insider Refutes Dana White

Earlier this month, UFC CEO Dana White dropped some huge news for MMA fans. Arman Tsarukyan, Dan Hooker, Belal Muhammad, and Ian Machado Garry are all set to make their return on November 22 at UFC Qatar, a first for the region thanks to their deal with the MMA promotion.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / October 17

Paddy Pimblett – Out in the Cold and Being Passed By

The Baddy, Paddy Pimblett, was scheduled to end 2025 with a huge fight. Entering the year, he was riding a six fight winning run and was beginning to silence the doubters.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / October 9

Dan Hooker Picks Arman Tsarukyan Over Ilia Topuria as the Best Lightweight in the UFC

The lightweight division is finally finding some stability, with several top contenders locked in for major fights over the next few months. Charles Oliveira is set to make his return in front of his home fans at UFC Rio, where he will face Mateusz Gamrot in a bid to climb back into the title picture.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 8

Khamzat Chimaev Makes UFC Comeback as Arman Tsarukyan Gives Dan Hooker Fight Update

Khamzat Chimaev has been quiet lately, but silence rarely means stillness for ‘Borz.’ The undefeated middleweight champion, who bulldozed Dricus Du Plessis

MMA News / FirstSportz / October 8

Justin Gaethje Turned Down UFC Qatar Bout, Says Arman Tsarukyan Amid Title Shot Rumor

Arman Tsarukyan has been out of action for over a year, leaving fans waiting for his highly anticipated UFC return. His previous appearance came at UFC 300, where the Armenian defeated former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira via split decision.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 8

Arman Tsarukyan Clarifies 'Women Should Stay Home' Remark, Explains Why Mom Won’t Attend UFC Qatar

Arman Tsarukyan is stepping into the UFC Qatar spotlight next month, headlining a crucial one-on-one against Dan Hooker. The fight is high-stakes, as ‘Ahalkalakets’ continues his quest for a lightweight title shot, having nearly lost opportunities against Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria.

MMA News / FirstSportz / October 8

Sean O’Malley Welcomes Team Khabib’s Usman Nurmagomedov to Raise Competition in UFC Lightweight Division

The UFC lightweight division continues to attract attention as fans and fighters speculate about potential new additions who could shake up the hierarchy.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 7

Arman Tsarukyan dismisses women’s MMA with misogynistic comment about his mother ahead of UFC Qatar

UFC lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan may find himself in hot water following dubious comments regarding women’s involvement in mixed martial arts.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 6

Arman Tsarukyan Draws Emotional Response After Celebrating 101 Years Old Family Member

With the much-anticipated UFC 320 now over, the MMA world can shift its focus to the string of Fight Nights and events in the days ahead. There’s a Tom Aspinall – Ciryl Gane headliner later this month.

MMA News / FirstSportz / October 4

Arman Tsarukyan Boldly Claims Amateur Dagestani Fighter Could Finish Ilia Topuria

The MMA world continues to witness heated exchanges between top contenders, and the latest comes from Arman Tsarukyan, who has aimed at current lightweight champion Ilia Topuria.

MMA News / HITC / October 2

Dana White announces Arman Tsarukyan’s next fight after title shot disappointment

Arman Tsarukyan’s return to the Octagon is set for next month, marking the end of a long wait for fans eager to see him back in action. The top-ranked lightweight has not stepped into the cage since April 2024, when he beat Charles Oliveira at UFC 300 by split decision.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / October 2

Arman Tsarukyan vs Dan Hooker headlines UFC Qatar on November 22

The UFC is preparing to make its debut in Qatar with a blockbuster event that promises to reshape the lightweight title picture. UFC Fight Night 265, scheduled for November 22, 2025, will feature a marquee matchup between elite lightweight contenders Arman Tsarukyan and Dan Hooker at the state-of-the-art ABHA Arena in Doha, Qatar.

MMA News / FirstSportz / October 2

'Don’t Like His Face' – Dan Hooker Issues Violent Warning to Arman Tsarukyan Ahead of Grudge Match

The UFC lightweight division is stacked with elite fighters, each hungry to climb rankings and prove themselves among the best. Rivalries often spark between top contenders, creating drama and making the division one of the most competitive landscapes in UFC.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 2

Dan Hooker Sends Chilling 5 Word Warning to Arman Tsarukyan After UFC Qatar Announcement

Dan Hooker didn’t just accept his UFC Qatar main event; he declared war. Hours after UFC CEO Dana White announced Arman Tsarukyan as his opponent, the Kiwi veteran lit up social media with a chilling five-word warning that immediately set the tone for November 22.

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MMA News / MMA Weekly / October 1

Arman Tsarukyan draws Dan Hooker for UFC Qatar main event

The Ultimate Fighting Championship will travel to Qatar for the first time on Nov. 22 with a fight card headlined by a bout between lightweight contenders. No.

MMA News / CBSSPorts.com / October 1

UFC Qatar: Arman Tsarukyan vs. Dan Hooker, Belal Muhammad vs. Ian Machado Garry headline November event

Tsarukyan and Hooker are both coming off long layoffs for a pivotal lightweight bout

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / October 1

Arman Tsarukyan misses out on title shot as Dana White announces his next fight date and opponent

Arman Tsarukyan’s long-awaited UFC comeback fight will take place next month. The number one lightweight contender hasn’t fought since outpointing Charles Oliveira at UFC 300 in April 2024.

MMA News / MMA on SI / September 12

Arman Tsarukyan booked for grappling match while next UFC fight remains unclear

UFC fans are baffled with Arman Tsarukyan accepting another professional grappling match rather than stepping back into the Octagon. While Tsarukyan has kept his name in the headlines, champing at the bit for a shot at lightweight champion Ilia Topuria, it's a shocking reality that he hasn't fought since April 2024.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 5

Arman Tsarukyan Vs. Dan Hooker – How Does It Play Out?

A main event between Arman Tsarukyan and Dan Hooker is reportedly being planned for an event in Qatar on November 22, as we look at how the fight could play out.

MMA News / FirstSportz / August 30

Arman Tsarukyan Announces End of Vacation; Teases Return to Octagon

UFC lightweight Arman Tsarukyan has quickly risen to prominence as one of the most dangerous contenders in the division. He earned recognition for his relentless pace and versatile skill set.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 28

Last man to beat Arman Tsarukyan reveals he turned down grappling match: ‘We should do it in the UFC’

Arman Tsarukyan’s former opponent says that he turned down an opportunity to face him for a second time. While Daniel Cormier disputed Khabib Nurmagomedov’s recent claims, many agree that Tsarukyan is the biggest threat to Ilia Topuria’s lightweight title.

Arman Tsarukyan Unwilling To Wait For Topuria

Arman Tsarukyan has revealed that he has been told Ilia Topuria wants to wait until January or February to return to the octagon. Unwilling to sit on the sidelines, Tsarukyan has his sights set on facing either Justin Gaethje, Dan Hooker, or Paddy Pimblett.

MMA News / NY Fights / August 10

Paddy Pimblett Slams Arman Tsarukyan, Sends Message to Ilia Topuria

After UFC 311, the lightweight division was shrouded in uncertainty, with little clarity on who would challenge for the title next. At one stage, none of the top seven ranked 155-pound fighters had a fight booked inside the Octagon.

MMA News / HITC / July 3

Arman Tsarukyan opens up about the two fights UFC offered him after short-notice withdrawal from UFC 311

Arman Tsarukyan is back in the discussion for a title shot, despite setbacks that have kept him out of the cage for nearly 18 months. Tsarukyan originally earned his shot as the backup when Islam Makhachev was pulled from his title defence against Ilia Topuria to be used in the same role for Makhachev’s upset loss to Paddy Pimblett.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / May 3