Will Arman Tsarukyan secure a UFC championship — or set up a second-title run — by the end of 2026?

Arman Tsarukyan has made his ambitions explicit: he wants to become a UFC champion, earn star-level money, and ultimately chase a second belt beyond lightweight. Currently ranked No. 2 at 155 lbs, Tsarukyan is positioning himself not just as a contender, but as a future face of the promotion, openly referencing past double-champ legacies. The path is demanding but realistic. A lightweight title shot is within reach given his ranking and recent performances, while any move toward a second division would likely depend on first capturing gold and maintaining momentum. The UFC’s matchmaking, divisional logjams, and Tsarukyan’s ability to deliver decisive wins will shape the timeline.