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Ilia Topuria claimed he was told hours before the White House event announcement that he would fight Islam Makhachev, but Makhachev then withdrew due to injury and was replaced by Justin Gaethje. Topuria questioned why Makhachev avoided the fight. Makhachev responded by saying he accepted the White House bout but was told Topuria demanded a massive purse and was denied. Makhachev stated that Topuria rejected the fight and accused him of lying. The exchange highlights ongoing tensions between the two champions over a potential super-fight.
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