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Ilia Topuria faces Justin Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250 this weekend

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Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Ilia Topuria faces Justin Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250 this weekend

Summary

UFC Freedom 250 will take place on June 14 at the White House, featuring a main event between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje for the lightweight title. The co-main event will include Alex Pereira against Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight title. This event marks the first sporting event held on the White House grounds. The event will begin at 8 p.m. ET and will stream on Paramount+. The full fight card includes several other matchups across various weight classes.

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Status Watch

•Event scheduled for June 14 at the White House.
•Topuria defends lightweight title against Gaethje.
•Pereira vs. Gane for interim heavyweight title in co-main event.
•Streaming available on Paramount+ starting at 8 p.m. ET.
•Includes six additional fights on the card.

Latest Updates

1:30 AMYahoo Sports — UFC Freedom 250 video: Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje final faceoff
1:29 AMYahoo Sports — UFC Freedom 250 final faceoffs: Ilia Topuria, Justin Gaethje set the stage amid fireworks and fanfare
10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje: How to watch UFC Freedom 250 at the White House, full fight card and more

What they're saying

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After a theatrical show featuring parachuters, military displays and an array of patriotic pageantry, UFC's White House takeover is officially on.
— Yahoo Sportsby Uncrowned Staff