Topuria and Makhachev exchange accusations over failed White House fight

Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev are disputing what happened with their proposed fight at the White House event. Topuria claimed he went to bed knowing he would fight Makhachev, but hours before the announcement was told Islam got injured and he would face Justin Gaethje instead. Topuria stated he doesn't understand why Makhachev doesn't want to fight him. Makhachev responded that he's tired of Topuria's fabrications, saying he agreed to the White House fight when offered, but the next day was told Topuria requested a huge purse and was denied. Islam stated that even Topuria's manager confirmed this version, accusing Ilia of lying. When a fan joked about Ali Abdelaziz posting at 4am, Makhachev replied "Today it's not him," suggesting he personally wrote the response.