Cory Sandhagen discusses O'Malley vs. Zahabi matchup on June 14
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 6:40 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Cory Sandhagen predicts Sean O'Malley will defeat Aiemann Zahabi on June 14 at UFC Freedom 250, held in Washington D.C. While confident in O'Malley's abilities, Sandhagen cautions that Zahabi presents a challenging style that could complicate the fight. Sandhagen was initially interested in fighting Zahabi himself but will instead face Mario Bautista on July 11 at UFC 329. The bout will be streamed on Paramount+.
- •Cory Sandhagen to fight Mario Bautista on July 11.
- •O'Malley faces Zahabi at UFC Freedom 250 on June 14.
- •Sandhagen believes Zahabi will challenge O'Malley's striking.
- •Fight scheduled at the White House in Washington D.C.
- 6:40 PMYahoo Sports — Cory Sandhagen: Zahabi a harder problem to solve than O'Malley thinks
"Cory Sandhagen sees Sean O'Malley beating Aiemann Zahabi – but not with ease.
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