Ilia Topuria claims he was informed hours before the White House card announcement that he would fight Islam Makhachev, but received a call shortly before the official reveal stating Makhachev was injured and that he would face Justin Gaethje instead. Topuria expressed confusion about why Makhachev does not want to fight him. In response, Makhachev stated he is tired of hearing fabrications from Topuria and his team, asserting that he agreed to the White House fight when offered, but was told the next day that Topuria requested an enormous purse and was rejected. Makhachev called on Topuria to stop lying, noting that even Topuria's manager confirmed this version of events. The exchange has intensified the back-and-forth between the two champions. The post also mentions that Jorge Masvidal and Ian Machado Garry have both picked Sean Strickland to defeat Khamzat Chimaev, and notes that UFC 327 fighters have collectively earned 92 bonuses, suggesting an exciting event ahead.
Saturday, April 11, 2026
