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Usman Nurmagomedov discusses potential UFC title fight with Arman Tsarukyan

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 6:44 PM

Last updated Oct 2, 2026

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Summary

Usman Nurmagomedov, currently a free agent, expressed confidence that the UFC would consider him for a title shot against Arman Tsarukyan. The reigning PFL champion recently turned down a $2 million-per-fight offer from PFL and is interested in moving to the UFC. Nurmagomedov spoke about the marketability of a matchup with Tsarukyan, noting that it could be a lucrative fight for the promotion. With Tsarukyan's recent knockout victory over Mauricio Ruffy at UFC 331, the possibility of a title eliminator or immediate title shot increases as Nurmagomedov awaits an official signing with the UFC.

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•Usman Nurmagomedov turned down a $2 million-per-fight offer from PFL.
•Tsarukyan recently knocked out Mauricio Ruffy at UFC 331.
•Nurmagomedov considers himself a major attraction against top lightweight contenders.
•Nurmagomedov's UFC status remains unconfirmed as of now.
•A fight between Nurmagomedov and Tsarukyan is speculated to be a major money fight.

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6:44 PMYahoo Sports — Usman Nurmagomedov Calls Potential UFC Title Fight Against Arman Tsarukyan a “Big Money Fight”

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Currently a free agent, Usman Nurmagomedov believes the UFC would gladly book him in an immediate title shot against Arman Tsarukyan.
— Yahoo Sports

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