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Justin Gaethje, Ciryl Gane shine at UFC Freedom 250 event

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 1:19 PM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Justin Gaethje, Ciryl Gane shine at UFC Freedom 250 event
Summary

UFC Freedom 250 took place on June 14, featuring exciting matchups on the White House South Lawn. Justin Gaethje forced Ilia Topuria to retire after the second round, while Ciryl Gane stopped Alex Pereira's bid for a three-division championship. The event highlighted Gaethje's aspirations for a rematch with Charles Oliveira. With multiple fighters eager for title shots, potential future matchups are being discussed in the aftermath.

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  • •Gaethje retires Topuria after round two at UFC Freedom 250.
  • •Gane halts Pereira's championship aspirations at the White House.
  • •Gaethje eyeing a rematch with Charles Oliveira next.
  • •Potential matchups for Topuria involve winners of UFC 329 fights.
  • •Gane could face Josh Hokit or Tom Aspinall in next bout.
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  • 1:19 PMCBS Sports — UFC White House fight fallout: Best options for Justin Gaethje, Ilia Topuria, Ciryl Gane and more after Sunday
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Gaethje can start his revenge tour as the UFC lightweight champion

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