Gaethje's manager dismisses Topuria's calls for immediate rematch

Ali Abdelaziz, Justin Gaethje's manager, has stated that Ilia Topuria does not have the authority to demand an immediate rematch after his recent lightweight title loss at UFC Freedom 250 in June. Abdelaziz emphasized that Topuria is not on Gaethje's level and criticized his recent accusations regarding the fight. He indicated that Topuria's remarks are an attempt to divert attention from other bouts, specifically the recent matchup between Arman Tsarukyan and Mauricio Ruffy at UFC 331, which Tsarukyan won by knockout. Abdelaziz believes there are no benefits for Gaethje in facing Topuria again.

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