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The manager of UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria addressed ongoing speculation about a potential bout with lightweight champion Islam Makhachev. In his statement, the manager criticized whoever operates Makhachev's social media account and insisted they should stop spreading misinformation. He confirmed that after the White House event tournament, they will continue pursuing a fight with Makhachev and the financial compensation associated with such a matchup. The statement suggests there is miscommunication or disagreement between the two camps about the status of negotiations for this potential champion-versus-champion bout.
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