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 influenced his decision to face Justin Gaethje instead. Dariush suggests Topuria viewed the Gaethje matchup as a more lucrative opportunity that would be easier to strategize for. According to Dariush, preparing a fight plan against Gaethje is significantly simpler than developing one for Makhachev. The comments reflect Dariush's perspective on Topuria's recent fight selection and strategic choices. This analysis offers insight into how fighters evaluate potential opponents based on tactical complexity and financial considerations.