Paddy Pimblett questions Arman Tsarukyan’s title shot legitimacy
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 9, 2026, 3:58 AM
Last updated Jul 9, 2026
Paddy Pimblett criticized Arman Tsarukyan's case for a UFC title shot ahead of UFC 329, where Pimblett is scheduled to fight. He claimed that Tsarukyan's inactivity, having fought only once in three years, disqualifies him from contention. Pimblett suggested that Tsarukyan should stop focusing on wrestling events and instead engage in more fights in the Octagon. Tsarukyan has been pursuing a title shot despite not receiving support from current lightweight champion Justin Gaethje, who is eyeing more prominent matchups.
- •Pimblett will fight Benoit St. Denis at UFC 329.
- •Tsarukyan's last fight was against Dan Hooker in November.
- •Pimblett noted Tsarukyan has fought only once in three years.
- •Tsarukyan's recent activities include competing in RAF wrestling events.
- •Gaethje is not interested in fighting Tsarukyan at this time.
- 3:58 AMYahoo Sports — Paddy Pimblett questions Arman Tsarukyan’s UFC title shot case
"Paddy Pimblett doesn't believe Arman Tsarukyan has done enough to deserve a title shot.
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