Islam Makhachev responded to ongoing narratives from Ilia Topuria's team regarding their failed White House fight. Makhachev stated that he accepted the bout immediately when contacted, but claims Topuria requested an unrealistic sum the following day. According to Makhachev, the UFC rejected that request and Topuria withdrew from the fight. He noted that even Topuria's manager confirmed this version of events. Makhachev expressed frustration with Topuria constantly telling different stories in interviews, urging him to stop talking and acknowledge that he pulled out of the fight.
