Justin Gaethje faces Ilia Topuria in main event at UFC Freedom 250

Justin Gaethje and Ilia Topuria are set to unify the lightweight title on June 14 at UFC Freedom 250 in Washington D.C. Ilia Topuria, undefeated with a record of 17-0, will defend his title against interim champion Gaethje, who has a record of 27-5. Michael Chandler has expressed his belief that Gaethje could pull off an upset, stating that if anyone can beat Topuria, it is Gaethje, especially given the significance of the event coinciding with America's birthday. Chandler himself will aim to end his losing streak against Mauricio Ruffy at the same event.

• 12:03 PMYahoo Sports — Michael Chandler: If anybody can beat Ilia Topuria, it's Justin Gaethje