WATCH: Islam Makhachev responds to Arman Tsarukyan teasing “his secret move”
During the UFC 311 Media Day, Arman Tsarukyan promises to showcase a “never before seen” UFC move to finish Islam Makhachev at UFC 311. This statement added an extra layer of anticipation to their championship rematch.
Arman Tsarukyan has a "secret technique" for Islam Makhachev at #UFC311, and promises it's going to work. 👀 pic.twitter.com/4fopnXwqji
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“Everybody asking, ‘Tell me your secret technique.’ How can I tell you?” Tsarukyan said. “OK, high kick is what I’m saying to everybody. I don’t know, I shouldn’t say that secret technique. Everybody is asking the same question: ‘What is the secret technique?’ It doesn’t make sense to ask that question. It’s a high kick, guys.”
Islam Makhachev responds to Arman Tsarukyan’s “secret technique”:
Islam Makhachev has expressed skepticism regarding Arman Tsarukyan’s claim of having a “secret move” prepared for their fight at UFC 311.
Makhachev isn’t buying into the hype Tsarukyan is trying to create with his statements, dismissed the idea by recalling Tsarukyan’s previous predictions, specifically mentioning that Tsarukyan had claimed he would finish Charles Oliveira in the first round during their fight at UFC 300, which did not happen as Tsarukyan went the distance and won by a split decision. Makhachev’s response indicates his belief that Tsarukyan’s “secret move” talk might be more about generating attention than reflecting a true game-changing strategy.
"Don't believe what Arman says."
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Islam Makhachev isn't buying Arman Tsarukyan's "secret technique" for #UFC311 and points out his past inaccuracies. pic.twitter.com/C7uXkORkLW
“Man, I told you. Don’t believe what Arman says, because last time he said he’ll finish Oliveira in 1 round, but he go all distance and he won by split decision. Don’t believe him.”