Arman Tsarukyan has made bold predictions regarding the future of Islam Makhachev in mixed martial arts, suggesting that Makhachev will retire after one or two more fights. Tsarukyan, who lost to Makhachev in their 2019 encounter, expressed his ambition to dominate the UFC within a year, stating, "I'm gonna take over this sport in one year." He believes that winning a title will establish him as a prominent figure in the organization. Tsarukyan also praised Makhachev's wrestling abilities, acknowledging him as the only fighter in the lightweight division capable of outwrestling him, although Makhachev has since moved up to welterweight. The two were set to meet again at UFC 311, but Tsarukyan withdrew due to injury, leading to Renato Moicano stepping in and losing to Makhachev.