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Ilia Topuria and Alex Pereira headline UFC Freedom 250 at the White House

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 6:06 PM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Ilia Topuria and Alex Pereira headline UFC Freedom 250 at the White House
Summary

UFC Freedom 250 will feature two title fights this summer, taking place on the South Lawn of the White House. Ilia Topuria is set to defend his lightweight title against Justin Gaethje, who is considered an underdog in the matchup. The co-main event will see Alex Pereira move up to heavyweight to challenge Ciryl Gane for interim gold, as reigning champion Tom Aspinall recovers from injury. This event marks the UFC's second-ever outdoor appearance and features a seven-fight card anticipated to deliver excitement despite some criticism over matchups. The fight card has received a B+ grade from Yahoo Sports.

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  • •Event takes place this summer at the White House's South Lawn
  • •Topuria faces Gaethje in lightweight title defense
  • •Pereira moves up to heavyweight against Gane for interim title
  • •UFC's second outdoor event features a seven-fight lineup
  • •Fight card rated B+ amidst mixed matchup critiques
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  • 6:06 PMYahoo Sports — UFC Freedom 250 predictions: Will Ilia Topuria and Alex Pereira make history on the White House lawn?
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UFC Freedom 250 is nearly upon us, and two major title fights are set to go down on the White House's South Lawn.

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