Welcome to Midnight Mania! Arman Tsarukyan is currently facing criticism from his colleagues at American Top Team (ATT).
In a recent match, ATT veteran Dustin Poirier fought Islam Makhachev for the Lightweight title at UFC 302. Poirier showed great determination in the fight and was rewarded with a $50k bonus, sharing it with Makhachev for their impressive performance. However, Tsarukyan was quick to criticize Poirier, claiming he was “mentally broken” and accused him of giving up in the fifth round. This criticism did not sit well with other ATT members, including former opponent Mateusz Gamrot, who openly called out Tsarukyan on Twitter.
Furthermore, ATT boxing coach Dyah Davis publicly slammed Tsarukyan online for his insincere behavior and lack of respect. Given Poirier’s esteemed reputation within ATT and the MMA community, it’s likely that Tsarukyan’s relationship with the team may be strained going forward. There are also implications that Tsarukyan’s future at ATT could be in jeopardy if he continues to pursue the Lightweight title.
In other developments, Poirier’s nose took a beating, and a sparring video featuring kickboxer Yuki Yoza surfaced. Sean Strickland responded to Luke Rockhold’s challenge, while Eddie Alvarez defended bare knuckle boxing against Strickland’s criticisms.
The night also showcased some exciting fight highlights, including Hernandez’s tactical striking and Bas’ fondness for intense highlights set to mellow music.
In Random Land, rumors swirl about a showdown between top predators, and classic rock music is recommended for late-night relaxation. Rest well and be on the lookout for more martial arts excitement to come.
