Pimblett does not avoid a fight with Tsarukyan

Alexandr Ormanji Jan. 16, 2026, 3:22 a.m.

Paddy Pimblett, lightweight interim UFC title contender, is ready to fight Arman Tsarukyan.

"It annoys me that people say, 'You're avoiding Arman.' But I was never offered a fight with Arman, and I am not afraid of him. If I had ever been offered a fight with Arman, I would have smashed his face a long time ago.

He annoys me. He is as dumb as a post. I would fight Arman anytime. If Ilia can't return by July, then he should be stripped of the belt. He is stalling the division. Then I will defend the title against Arman, or Max Holloway, or Charles Oliveira. I don't care"

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