Islam Makhachev Says Ilia Topuria Priced Himself Out of White House Fight

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Islam Makhachev Says Ilia Topuria Priced Himself Out of White House Fight

Makhachev said he verbally agreed to face the lightweight champion Topuria at the White House, but the UFC never sent a contract. “They called me, confirmed the fight,” he said, claiming Topuria later asked for “some huge money.” According to the welterweight champion Makhachev, the UFC rejected the demand, ending talks for one of MMA’s most-discussed fantasy matchups.

By Afnan Chougle

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Makhachev said his next opponent is already “known verbally,” but no deal is signed yet. The ex-lightweight champion said there are “no confirmed agreements or signed contracts at the moment,” keeping the matchup unofficial. Still, he has started his “basic stage of preparation” and said his team is already moving forward: “We’re preparing,” as fight talks continue behind the scenes.

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Paul Wight Reveals Why Combat Sports Never Tempted Him After Boxing Training

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