Movsar Evloev Reveals Stance on Potential Featherweight Clash With Arman Tsarukyan

In just over 48 hours, Movsar Evloev will step into the Octagon to problem Alexander Volkanovski for the featherweight title at UFC 333. The undefeated Russian earned his shot after beating Lerone Murphy at UFC London, bettering his skilled file to 20-0 and finally getting his long-awaited alternative to battle for UFC gold.

The win over Murphy also marked Evloev’s tenth consecutive victory in the UFC. While some followers have missed his expertise, the Russian could make issues much more durable for the Australian champion than many expect. However, Volkanovski is not the only fighter on Evloev’s thoughts heading into the October 24 occasion.

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Evloev lately addressed the risk of combating Arman Tsarukyan and appeared open to welcoming the Armenian to the 145-pound division.

Movsar Evloev Willing to Fight Arman Tsarukyan at 145lbs if UFC Makes It Happen

During UFC 333 media day, Evloev was requested about a potential matchup with Tsarukyan. He replied, “In my whole career, I’ve considered zero potential fights, because it was never up to me. I fought whoever they gave me, and this time nothing will change.”

The Russian then defined that he would not concern himself with selecting opponents, leaving those choices to the UFC’s management. He added, “They decide everything. I’m just a gladiator, as primitive as that may sound. We’re here to fight, and we fight when the management wants it.”

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Still, Evloev made it clear that he would not flip down a battle with Tsarukyan if the UFC determined to make it occur. He said, “If Arman wants to come down to featherweight, like I said, it’s my territory. Whether Arman comes down or someone moves up, I don’t know; it makes no difference who I fight. Make 145, and we’ll fight, if the UFC wants that fight, of course.”