Beneil Dariush: Ilia Topuria only has chance against Islam Makhachev at lightweight

Beneil Dariushsays lightweight is Ilia’s best shot, while welterweight heavily favorsIslam Makhachev"I just think there's a big size difference. The fight at 155 would be much better forIlia Topuria. At 155, Ilia had a very good shot; at 170, I don't think so. At 155, I…pic.twitter.com/kiODlKpg52

Beneil Dariush: Ilia Topuria only has chance against Islam Makhachev at lightweightSayan NagFeb 15, 2026

Beneil Dariush: Ilia Topuria only has chance against Islam Makhachev at lightweight

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