Dariush: Topuria chose Gaethje over Makhachev due to easier game plan

Beneil Dariush offered his perspective 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 and viewed the Gaethje fight as a more lucrative opportunity. Dariush believes that preparing a game plan for Gaethje is much simpler compared to the strategic challenge that Makhachev presents. The lightweight contender suggests Topuria's decision was based on both financial considerations and the tactical complexity of the potential matchups.