Beneil Dariush says Topuria chose Gaethje over Makhachev due to lack of plan

Beneil Dariush offered his analysis on why Ilia Topuria chose to fight Justin Gaethje instead of Islam Makhachev. According to Dariush, Topuria did not have a clear plan for facing Makhachev, which influenced his decision. Dariush believes Topuria viewed the Gaethje bout as a more lucrative opportunity that would be easier to prepare for strategically. He suggests that developing a game plan against Gaethje is significantly simpler than formulating one for Makhachev. This commentary provides insight into the strategic considerations top fighters weigh when selecting opponents.