Arman Tsarukyan was one of the first to take aim at Pimblett after the fight, suggesting he was “gifted” his opportunities in the UFC.

The lightweights have been sparring from a distance since Tsarukyan was overlooked for the interim title shot, despite being ranked number one in the division.

Tsarukyan is in truth a very tricky return. He is a solid all-round competitor and is on a five-fight unbeaten streak with just one loss in his past 11 contests.

The fight would generate a lot of interest and be another chance for Pimblett to show he belongs among the elite lightweights.

And a win over Tsarukyan would fire Pimblett right back into the title picture.