Arman Tsarukyan's role at UFC Freedom 250 has become complicated due to a viral stream showing him backing Justin Gaethje with a $1 million bet.
The 29-year-old Armenian is on standby for Ilia Topuria's title unification bout with Gaethje.

What happened?

A viral stream appeared to show Tsarukyan backing Gaethje with a $1 million bet, despite UFC fighters being barred from wagering on fights.
Dana White has since said Tsarukyan did not place the bet himself, claiming it was one of his friends.

Why it matters for Arman Tsarukyan

Marcos Parrumpa DaMatta, a respected figure at American Top Team, has moved to kill the suspension talk.
Parrumpa insisted the clip had been misunderstood and that Tsarukyan had not risked breaching UFC rules.
"Before there's more controversy, because haters love to talk, let me make it clear: Arman didn't bet anything. That's a lie."

What comes next?

The result of Topuria versus Gaethje could shape Tsarukyan's route back to gold.
Former champion Charles Oliveira also wants another shot at the belt, but Tsarukyan's camp believes he is the next one.
Tsarukyan will watch the bout closely, knowing the outcome will impact his future in the UFC.
The Armenian contender is currently on standby as a backup fighter for the title unification bout.
Parrumpa's statement has helped to clear up the controversy surrounding Tsarukyan.
The focus will now shift to the upcoming bout between Topuria and Gaethje.
Tsarukyan's camp is confident that he will get another shot at the title soon.
The 29-year-old has been training hard and is ready for his next fight.
As the UFC lightweight division continues to evolve, Tsarukyan remains a top contender.
His feud with Topuria has kept him in the spotlight, and he will be looking to capitalize on the opportunity.
With Parrumpa's statement, the controversy surrounding the $1 million bet has been put to rest.
Tsarukyan can now focus on his training and preparation for his next fight.
The Armenian contender is eager to get back into the octagon and compete for the title.
His fans will be watching closely as he awaits the outcome of the Topuria versus Gaethje bout.
The result will have a significant impact on Tsarukyan's future in the UFC.
As the situation continues to unfold, Tsarukyan remains focused on his goal of becoming the UFC lightweight champion.