Beneil Dariush believes Topuria chose Gaethje over Makhachev due to easier game plan

Beneil Dariush has shared his perspective on Ilia Topuria's decision to fight Justin Gaethje instead of Islam Makhachev. Dariush suggests that Topuria lacked a clear game plan for facing Makhachev, which influenced his choice. The lightweight contender believes Topuria viewed the Gaethje fight as a lucrative opportunity that would be easier to prepare for strategically. According to Dariush, developing a fight plan for Gaethje is significantly simpler than preparing for Makhachev's diverse skill set. These comments provide insight into how fighters evaluate potential matchups from both strategic and financial perspectives.