Arman Tsarukyan's journey toward a lightweight title shot and a rematch with Islam Makhachev took a significant step forward as he narrowly defeated former champion Charles Oliveira via split decision at UFC 300. Despite surviving a dangerous D'Arce choke attempt in the final moments of Round 3, Tsarukyan's timely takedowns and patient offensive strategy earned him the victory, with two judges scoring the bout 29-28 in his favor.
Tsarukyan, reflecting on his UFC debut against Makhachev in 2019, believes he gave the champion his toughest fight to date and is eager for a rematch. However, the timing of his title shot could hinge on other contenders, including Dustin Poirier and the winner of the BMF title bout between Justin Gaethje and Max Holloway.
Against Oliveira, Tsarukyan showcased his resilience by escaping a deep guillotine choke attempt in Round 1 and maintaining his composure throughout Oliveira's aggressive attacks. Securing a crucial takedown in Round 2, Tsarukyan inflicted damage with elbows, demonstrating his diverse skill set.
Despite a late takedown by Tsarukyan in Round 3, Oliveira threatened with a choke in the final seconds, adding suspense to the outcome. Tsarukyan, acknowledging Oliveira's toughness, expressed his determination to continue improving and returning stronger for future challenges.
With a record of 9-1 since his loss to Makhachev, Tsarukyan remains focused on his title aspirations, aiming to become the youngest champion in the lightweight division. Oliveira, who suffered his first defeat since his title bout against Makhachev two years prior, provided a stern test for Tsarukyan, further cementing his position as a top contender in the division.
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