During the UFC 324 pre-fight presser, Dana White was asked to address Arman Tsarukyan’s recent PR run. For context, Tsarukyan has built significant fan interest in recent weeks, appearing on multiple podcasts and platforms.
He was spotted with Adin Ross, N3onand The MMA Guru, among others. He also sat down for an interview with Complex Sports.
However, one thing that is consistent across all of Tsarukyan’s interviews is his criticism of Paddy Pimblett. Tensions between ‘The Baddy’ and ‘Ahalkalakets’ have increased since the UFC chose Pimblett to fight for the interim lightweight title over number one contender Tsarukyan.
The Armenian was denied a title shot for major reasons, including pulling out of his UFC 311 title fight, headbutting Dan Hooker for UFC Qatar and punching a fan at UFC 300.
Pimblett, on the other hand, has been firing back with non-stop punches and mocking ‘Ahalkalakets’ since the latter was denied another title shot.
Dana White is unaware of Arman Tsarukyan’s recent PR run
Earlier today, Dana White was asked at the presser to comment on Arman Tsarukyan’s media tour and how everyone says it’s the most important thing in the fighting world right now. White is unaware of the Armenian’s activities. He said
“I didn’t see it.”
Meanwhile, Paddy Pimblett, who was sitting next to White, did not miss his opportunity to attack the Armenian again. He told the media and the UFC CEO:
“He asks you why Arman tries to be like me, by going around eating. It’s because he has no personality, and he’s a bit of a nit.”
Dana White also added:
“I haven’t seen it. I don’t know anything about it. But good try.”
Arman Tsarukyan sets Paddy Pimblett on fire
Arman Tsarukyan didn’t hold back after listening to Paddy Pimblett’s comments above. He went scorched earth on ‘The Baddy.’ The 29-year-old posted on X:
“Cry me a river bi*ch @PaddyTheBaddy”
Watch comments from Arman Tsarukyan, Paddy Pimblett and Dana White below:
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