Alexander Volkanovski is open to dealing with prime light-weight contender Arman Tsarukyan if the latter strikes right down to featherweight.
Earlier in the present day on The Ariel Helwani Present, the Armenian fighter teased a transfer right down to 145 kilos if the UFC brass doesn’t grant him a title shot subsequent towards Justin Gaethje (interim champ) or Ilia Topuria (undisputed champ).
Arman Tsarukyan advised Ariel Helwani that he has talked to his crew and is assured that, though he at the moment weighs 170 kilos or much more, he can transition to featherweight with extra cardio, a strict food plan, and ample time to chop. Whereas discussing a possible bout with present and two-time 145-pound kingpin Volkanovski,’ Ahalkalakets’ acknowledged that ‘The Nice’ is likely one of the featherweight GOATs.
Nonetheless, the Aussie is 37 years previous now and past his prime. Therefore, Tsarukyan thinks he can knock Volkanovski out with one axe kick.
“I’m gonna attempt to get the title at 145. We did the maths, so my physique can go to 145… [ Me vs Volkanovski] One axe kick. That’s it.”
Alexander Volkanovski accepts Arman Tsarukyan’s problem
Alexander Volkanovski will make the primary title protection of his second reign this weekend at UFC 325 when he meets Diego Lopes in a rematch.
On media day, when the Australian was knowledgeable about Arman Tsarukyan’s want to transfer down for a title shot, ‘The Nice’ welcomed the problem with open arms.
A possible bout between Volkanovski and Tsarukyan could be extremely entertaining. The 29-year-old’s elite wrestling would conflict with Volkanovski’s confirmed takedown protection, which he showcased impressively towards Dagestani wrestling maestro Islam Makhachev in 2023.
“I like challenges. If he can get down there, it might positively be a tricky problem. I really feel like my takedown protection is fairly stable, in order that might be a enjoyable one.”
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