UFC Qatar Live Coverage Arman Tsarukyan Takes on Dan Hooker
The UFC Qatar event hosted a significant lightweight main event featuring Arman Tsarukyan and Dan Hooker. This match took place on Saturday at the Ali Bin Hamad Al-Attiyah Arena in Doha. Tsarukyan aims to secure a championship opportunity with this fight.
Event Details
This match marks Tsarukyan’s return to action after his victory over Charles Oliveira at UFC 300 in April 2024. Currently 29 years old, he sought to begin 2025 by challenging Islam Makhachev for the lightweight title at UFC 311. Unfortunately, an injury forced Tsarukyan to withdraw the day before that event.
Tsarukyan’s Winning Streak
- Currently on a four-fight winning streak.
- This is his third promotional headliner.
Hooker’s Comeback
Dan Hooker, known as “The Hangman,” is making his first appearance of 2025. After a challenging period from June 2020 to March 2022, where he lost four out of five fights, Hooker has made a notable comeback. He has won three consecutive bouts, showcasing significant improvement.
Recent Performance
- Defeated Mateusz Gamrot by unanimous decision at UFC 305 in August 2024.
This battle between Tsarukyan and Hooker is highly anticipated. Fans are eager to see who will emerge victorious and propel themselves closer to title contention.