Topuria and Makhachev contradict each other on failed White House fight booking

Ilia Topuria claimed he went to bed knowing he would fight Islam Makhachev at the White House event, only to be told hours before the announcement that Makhachev was injured and he would face Justin Gaethje instead. Topuria stated he doesn't understand why Makhachev doesn't want to fight him. Islam Makhachev countered on social media, saying he agreed to the White House fight when contacted, but the next day was told Topuria demanded a huge purse and was denied, leading to the fight falling apart. Makhachev insisted Topuria refused the fight and accused him of lying, adding "today this is not him" in response to a fan comment suggesting Ali Abdelaziz was posting from his account at 4 AM. The exchange highlights the ongoing back-and-forth about who is responsible for the fight not materializing.