Arman Tsarukyan Open to Backup Standing
Arman Tsarukyan just lately spoke to reporters following an open exercise session. Throughout the chat, Tsarukyan mentioned he’s prepared to function a backup fighter for the UFC 317 major occasion between Ilia Topuria and Charles Oliveira. That bout can be contested for the vacant UFC Light-weight Championship (through MMAFighting).
“I’m not positive if that’s wanted, but when they provide me that, I’ll undoubtedly again it up,” Tsarukyan instructed reporters. “I can be prepared. I’m flying again to the U.S. now and can be staying there in case anybody is injured and [if] the UFC asks me if I’m prepared, I’ll say sure.”
Moreover, Tsarukyan wouldn’t thoughts being pulled in for a backup spot if the deliberate UFC 318 major occasion goes awry. Dustin Poirier is scheduled to have his retirement battle towards Max Holloway in New Orleans on July 19.
“Completely constructive [I’d say yes],” Tsarukyan mentioned. “I must take possibilities now. I bought injured and this damage bought misinterpreted. The physician didn’t let everyone know what actually occurred, so some folks nonetheless suppose I ducked that battle.
“Now I simply must get again on observe, so I’m going to do regardless of the UFC tells me to do.”
It’ll be fascinating to see if the UFC will give Tsarukyan backup roles for both battle card.
