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Justin Gaethje Breaks Silence on Interim Title Controversy: Arman Tsarukyan’s Frustration Is Reasonable

Related Topics: Justin Gaethje, Arman Tsarukyan

The UFC’s interim lightweight title picture at UFC 324 has stirred up quite a bit of drama, with Arman Tsarukyan left on the sidelines while Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett compete for gold on January 24. In a recent appearance on Submission Radio, Gaethje addressed the backlash head-on, showing understanding for Tsarukyan’s supporters while explaining exactly why the Armenian fighter’s offer to join his training camp makes no strategic sense.

Inside Justin Gaethje’s Take on the Arman Tsarukyan Title Shot Drama

Gaethje has felt the heat from fans who believe Tsarukyan deserved the title shot instead of Pimblett.