"I'm tired of hearing made-up stories from Topuria and his team. I got the call and accepted the fight at the White House. The next day, I was told he asked for an unrealistic purse. The UFC declined, and he pulled out. That's it nothing more to it. Even his manager confirmed it."
"Ilia, stop talking. Every interview you give tells a different story. You pulled out, and you know it."
Islam Makhachev has accused Ilia Topuria of turning down a fight offer for the UFC White House card. Makhachev claims he accepted the fight, but Topuria requested an unrealistic purse, leading to his withdrawal. Topuria had initially accepted the fight but was informed of a title defense against Justin Gaethje shortly before the announcement. Makhachev's comments were reiterated on social media, where he expressed frustration over Topuria's inconsistent statements regarding the situation.
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