Beneil Dariush says Ilia Topuria chose Gaethje over Islam for easier plan

Beneil Dariush believes Ilia Topuria did not have a clear game plan for a potential fight with Islam Makhachev. According to Dariush, this is why Topuria selected a bout with Justin Gaethje instead. Dariush suggests Topuria viewed Gaethje as a more lucrative fight opportunity. He also argues it is much easier to prepare a strategic plan against Gaethje than against Makhachev. The comments reflect Dariush's analysis of Topuria's matchmaking decisions.