Topuria Explains Gaethje Shove: 'If I Punched Him He Wouldn't Make the Fight'

Ilia Topuria has explained why he shoved Justin Gaethje during their face-off at the UFC White House event. Topuria says he warned Gaethje not to step closer, and when Gaethje ignored the warning, he opted to push rather than punch to ensure his opponent remained able to compete.