Arman Tsarukyan declines Mateusz Gamrot rematch, title shot in jeopardy

Arman Tsarukyan declined a rematch against Mateusz Gamrot, which could jeopardize his chances for a UFC title shot. Tsarukyan, who has only fought once in the past two years, submitted Dan Hooker at UFC Qatar but previously lost to Gamrot at UFC Vegas 57. Paddy Pimblett criticized Tsarukyan for turning down the opportunity to avenge that loss, suggesting it diminishes his standing as a contender. Meanwhile, Justin Gaethje recently claimed the UFC lightweight championship by defeating Ilia Topuria, with Tsarukyan viewed as a potential challenger.

• 4:55 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Idiot’ Arman may lose UFC title shot (again) after turning down Mateusz Gamrot rematch