What caused Arman Tsarukyan to pull out of UFC 311. Know what happened to him leading to his withdrawal!
The first UFC pay-per-view of 2025 has hit a major roadblock just hours before the big show. While Southern California battles wildfires outside, the UFC faces its own unexpected heat inside as the main event of UFC 311 underwent a dramatic change.
Now, less than 24 hours before the start of one of the biggest cards of the year, UFC 311 is out of its highly anticipated main event, the rematch between Islam Makhachev and Arman Tsarukyan.
Also Read: Updated UFC 311 Fight Card: Arman Tsarukyan Out, Renato Moicano To Get Title Shot Against Islam Makhachev
Reason For Arman Tsarukyan Out Of UFC 311
The rematch between UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev and Arman Tsarukyan came crashing down on fight day. Arman Tsarkuyan reportedly injured his back at around 1 a.m., and this injury was severe enough to prompt him to pull out of arguably the biggest fight of his career.
UFC CEO Dana White broke the news through his social media channels. He explained that Tsarukyan felt he wasn’t healthy enough to compete and thus was pulling out. The implications of this could be massive for Tsarukyan. He probably would lose his stake at the title shot next, with fighters like Charles Oliveira waiting in the stands.
UFC’s Solution To The Main Event Crisis
The UFC, living up to its reputation of problem-solving on the fly, quickly found a solution in Renato Moicano. The Brazilian fighter, who was originally scheduled to face Beneil Dariush on the same card, jumped at the opportunity to challenge for gold.
-Both Arman Tsarukyan and Moicano train at the American Top Team under the same head coach, making this last-minute switch somewhat smoother than it might have been otherwise. The P4P king, Makhachev, showing the composure of a true titleholder, remained unfazed by the opponent’s change.
The Ripple Effect In UFC 311 Card Started With Arman Tsarukyan Injury
Arman Tsarukyan’s injury sent ripples through the entire UFC 311 card, creating a fascinating domino effect. Beneil Dariush, who was preparing for Moicano, now finds himself without an opponent on one of the biggest cards of the year. Furthermore, Serghei Spivac vs. Jailton Almeida will now be featured on the main card.
The situation highlights the unpredictable nature of combat sports, where years of preparation can unravel in mere hours. For Arman Tsarukyan, this withdrawal comes at a particularly cruel time. He was riding high on a streak of impressive victories and had earned his shot at the title through dominant performances.
Now, as fight fans gear up for a different main event than they expected, the question remains: Will this last-minute matchup between Makhachev and Moicano deliver the same level of excitement that the original bout promised?
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