Beneil Dariush: Topuria Chose Gaethje Over Makhachev Due to Easier Game Plan

Beneil Dariush has offered his analysis on why Ilia Topuria chose to fight Justin Gaethje instead of Islam Makhachev. According to Dariush, Topuria did not have a clear plan for facing Makhachev, which influenced his decision-making. Dariush believes Topuria viewed the Gaethje fight as a money-making opportunity with a more straightforward game plan to prepare. He suggested that developing a strategy against Gaethje is considerably simpler compared to the challenges presented by Makhachev's skillset.