Justin Gaethje earns TKO win over Ilia Topuria at UFC Freedom 250
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 6:02 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
Justin Gaethje defeated Ilia Topuria by TKO in the fourth round at UFC Freedom 250, held on June 14, 2026. Topuria suffered non-displaced fractures in both orbital bones as his corner stopped the fight before the final round. He previously held an undefeated record and expressed a desire for a rematch. Gaethje's victory secures him the undisputed UFC lightweight championship after two previous unsuccessful attempts. Following the fight, Topuria is expected to face a lengthy recovery period, likely delaying his return until 2027.
- •Gaethje won at UFC Freedom 250; the event took place at the White House.
- •Topuria suffered two orbital bone fractures; no surgery required.
- •The fight ended after Topuria's corner called for a stoppage in round four.
- •Topuria congratulated Gaethje post-fight and expressed a desire for a rematch.
- •A lengthy layoff for Topuria reportedly awaits due to his injuries.
- 6:02 AMYahoo Sports — Ilia Topuria's Gruesome Facial Injuries Revealed After Brutal TKO Loss
"Ilia Topuria suffered non-displaced fractures of both orbital bones in his TKO loss to Justin Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250. No surgery is needed, but a long layoff looms.
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