Ilia Topuria suffers TKO loss to Justin Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 2:39 PM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Ilia Topuria lost by TKO to Justin Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250 held on June 15, 2026. The match, which took place on the White House lawn, was stopped after Topuria sustained significant facial injuries. Following four rounds of action, Topuria's corner decided to throw in the towel due to the brutality of the fight, where Gaethje dominated with powerful strikes. Reports emerged that Topuria was taken to the hospital, with UFC CEO Dana White indicating he may have a broken orbital bone. Further updates on Topuria's condition are awaited.
- •Topuria faced Gaethje in the main event at UFC Freedom 250.
- •Fight was called off before the fifth round due to Topuria's injuries.
- •Dana White confirmed Topuria is in the hospital for treatment.
- •Topuria's corner stopped the fight after four rounds.
- •Gaethje secured the victory as a heavy underdog.
- 2:39 PMYahoo Sports — Ilia Topuria face before and after: Here’s how much damage former champion took in Justin Gaethje title loss
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