Ilia Topuria has publicly stated that Islam Makhachev spends his time counting other people's money. Topuria claims that Makhachev has made excuses to avoid fighting him on two separate occasions now. According to Topuria, the pattern of excuses makes it clear that Makhachev is actively avoiding a bout between them. This represents an escalation in the ongoing verbal sparring between the two champions. Topuria's comments suggest growing frustration with what he perceives as Makhachev's reluctance to face him.
