Defensive Quotes by Arman Tsarukyan

All Defensive statements made by Arman Tsarukyan across interviews, press conferences, and social media.

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Jan 20, 2026 Defensive
Arman Tsarukyan on Islam Makhachev
“How am I afraid of Islam if I fought him on short notice at 22 [years of age]... I have been preparing for six years for that [rematch]. How can I be afraid? Even if I lose, I would show a good fight, and make money, and make my name bigger”

– via One Night with Steiny, defending himself against accusations that he "ducked" his title fight against Islam Makhachev.
— Arman Tsarukyan