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

Beneil Dariush believes Ilia Topuria did not have a clear game plan for a potential fight with Islam Makhachev, which is why he chose to face Justin Gaethje instead. Dariush suggests that Topuria viewed Gaethje as a more lucrative opportunity and a fighter easier to prepare for strategically. According to Dariush, developing a game plan against Gaethje is much simpler compared to facing Makhachev. The comments reflect Dariush's analysis of Topuria's decision-making regarding opponent selection. This statement provides insight into how fighters evaluate matchups based on tactical preparation and financial considerations.