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Dan Hooker reacts as Arman Tsarukyan rips UFC 313 fight exit: ‘If only your dad pulled out quicker’

Off the back of his withdrawal from UFC 313 next weekend, Dan Hooker has rekindled his rivalry with surging number one ranked contender, Arman Tsarukyan — after the Armenian labelled him “glass hands” following his exit from a clash with Justin Gaethje through injury.

Hooker, the current number six ranked lightweight contender, was slated to return to action at UFC 313 next weekend, taking on former interim champion and symbolic BMF titleholder, Gaethje, after suffering a gruesome injury.

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Confirming a fractured hand in the weeks ahead of the matchup, Kiwi striker, Hooker admitted if afforded the opportunity, however, he likely would have competed regardless.