Beneil Dariush says Topuria chose Gaethje over Makhachev due to easier planning

Beneil Dariush offered his perspective on why Ilia Topuria chose to fight Justin Gaethje instead of Islam Makhachev. Dariush believes Topuria did not have a clear game plan for facing Makhachev. According to Dariush, Topuria viewed the Gaethje fight as a better money-making opportunity. He suggests it is much simpler to prepare a strategic plan against Gaethje compared to Makhachev. Dariush's comments imply that the tactical challenge posed by Makhachev was a significant factor in Topuria's decision-making process.