In April 2019, Makhachev defeated Tsarukyan by unanimous decision of the judges.
"Tsarukyan is separated from a title fight by a maximum of two fights, so our rematch is inevitable. Let's give him a rematch. I have fought in Abu Dhabi many times. I'd like to fight at Madison Square Garden. All fighters dream about it. Legendary arena", - said Makhachev in an interview with UFC Eurasia.
Recall that on the night of April 14 Tsarukyan will have to hold a fight with Charles Oliveira. The meeting will be held as part of the UFC 300 anniversary tournament, which will be held in Las Vegas, USA.