Tsarukyan floats Chandler as Topuria’s next test on path back to title

Arman Tsarukyan floated Michael Chandler as a likely tune‑up for Ilia Topuria’s comeback, arguing it could set Topuria up for a lightweight title run after his loss to Justin Gaethje. Tsarukyan himself is preparing for a Sept. 19 five‑round bout against Mauricio Ruffy at UFC 331 in Los Angeles, with the winner expected to challenge Gaethje; he also named potential future opponents including Oliveira, Pimblett, and Holloway.