Not Makhachev vs Topuria, This is Arman Tsarukyan's UFC White House Lineup.

The UFC is preparing one of the most ambitious events in the promotion's history. After US President Donald Trump confirmed that UFC White House will be held in June 2026 in Washington DC, fighters are scrambling for attention to land a spot on the main card of one of the most historic stages in the MMA world.

Amidst this euphoria, lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan shared his own version of the ideal fight lineup he believes deserves to grace the White House lawn – a symbolic stage usually reserved for diplomacy, not elite MMA combat.

UFC White House, a High-Stakes Historical Event

The event is touted as one of the UFC's biggest steps in blending sports and politics. Since Trump first spoke about the idea, MMA public enthusiasm has skyrocketed. The UFC is known for innovative promotional moves, but bringing the octagon to the White House is clearly on a different level.

Even the newly crowned welterweight champion, Islam Makhachev, immediately declared his readiness.

"Woo! Donald Trump (US President), come on. Open the White House. I will come," Makhachev said after winning at UFC 322.

Rumors have emerged, particularly about a potential Makhachev vs. Ilia Topuria duel. But Tsarukyan has a different view.

Tsarukyan's Version: Five Title Fights, All Champions Featured

In a video on his Telegram channel, Tsarukyan outlined his "dream card" for UFC White House 2026. He didn't follow circulating rumors, instead proposing a version featuring a total of five title fights simultaneously – something even rare for the UFC's biggest PPV events.

Tsarukyan moved Makhachev away from the rumored fight against Topuria and placed him against Shavkat Rakhmonov for the welterweight title.

However, Rakhmonov's condition remains a question mark, as the Kazakh fighter hasn't returned to full training following knee surgery after his last fight in December last year.

Meanwhile, Topuria, according to Tsarukyan, is a worthy opponent at lightweight.

"I want to fight Ilia Topuria for the UFC title," Tsarukyan said, as reported by Championat.

He even detailed the full fight lineup he believes would create a historic night for MMA.

Arman Tsarukyan's Dream Fight Lineup for UFC White House

In his version, Tsarukyan places two giant bouts as the headliners:

1. Jon Jones vs Tom Aspinall — Heavyweight Title

A super-fight long talked about as a generational clash. Jones, the GOAT, against Aspinall, seen as the heir to the modern heavyweight throne.

2. Khamzat Chimaev vs Alex Pereira — Light Heavyweight Title

A fight between Chimaev's wild style and Pereira's deadly precision would be one of the most intriguing bouts in terms of striking discipline vs. grappling aggression.

3. Arman Tsarukyan vs Ilia Topuria — Lightweight Title

Tsarukyan wants a duel that solidifies his legitimacy as the new lightweight king contender.

4. Islam Makhachev vs Shavkat Rakhmonov — Welterweight Title

If realized, this could be the most technical fight among all bouts, pitting two fighters with high fight IQ and elite ground skills against each other.

5. Alexander Volkanovski vs Merab Dvalishvili — Featherweight Title

A duel between a high-volume striker and a pressure wrestler could produce a high-intensity fight.

"If I were the boss, I would make Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall the main event, with Chimaev vs Poatan as the co-main event... Then I would fight Topuria, then Islam Makhachev vs Shavkat Rakhmonov, and Volkanovski vs Dvalishvili. That would be a serious fight card," said Tsarukyan.

Despite his grand vision for the iconic 2026 event, Tsarukyan must still focus on his immediate task. He will fight this week at UFC Qatar against veteran Dan Hooker, a bout that could determine his path towards a title shot.