Arman Tsarukyan discusses Jon Jones and Islam Makhachev rivalry

Arman Tsarukyan weighed in on the ongoing feud between Jon Jones and Islam Makhachev during an interview on September 16, 2026. Tsarukyan, known for his succinct comments, stated that while Makhachev praised his own record of 20 consecutive wins, he believes Makhachev has not surpassed Jones' legacy in the sport. He highlighted Jones' title defenses and argued that no one has yet beaten Jones' records, supporting his view with specifics about Jones' achievements in two weight classes. Tsarukyan also commented on the validity of Jones’ past wins despite a PED violation affecting one of his victories.

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