15 days ago

Beneil Dariush Believes Ilia Topuria Is Building Resume Before Chasing Islam Makhachev

Dariush believes Topuria is chasing legacy over risk, arguing bouts with Alexander Volkanovski, Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira boosted status more than a dangerous matchup with Tsarukyan would. “Arman is a tougher test too,” he said, suggesting Topuria may prefer a fight that’s easier for his résumé before finally targeting “the main boss” Makhachev at the lightweight title picture’s top.