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Ilia Topuria stated he went to bed knowing he would fight Islam Makhachev after being informed the bout would be announced at a White House event card. However, hours before the announcement, Topuria claims he was told Makhachev suffered an injury and he would instead fight Justin Gaethje. Islam Makhachev countered these claims, stating he agreed to the fight when contacted but was informed the next day that Topuria requested an enormous fee and was denied. Makhachev insisted that Topuria refused the fight and accused him of lying, adding that even Topuria's manager confirmed this version. The public dispute highlights ongoing tensions between the two champions over a potential super-fight.
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