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Ilia Topuria stated he was told he would fight Islam Makhachev at the White House event, but hours before the announcement, Makhachev allegedly sustained an injury and was replaced by Justin Gaethje. Topuria claimed Makhachev is avoiding the fight. In response, Makhachev stated he accepted the White House fight offer but was told the next day that Topuria requested a huge fee and was denied. Makhachev accused Topuria of lying and noted even Topuria's manager confirmed this version. The exchange occurred in social media comments late at night. Additionally, Jorge Masvidal and Dustin Poirier have backed Sean Strickland in his upcoming fight against Khamzat Chimaev, with Masvidal criticizing Chimaev's fighting style.
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