Defensive Quotes by Islam Makhachev
All Defensive statements made by Islam Makhachev across interviews, press conferences, and social media.
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Apr 7, 2026 defensive
“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”
– via X, firing back at Ilia Topuria after the champion claimed a hand injury was the reason their superfight collapsed.
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