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Justin Gaethje reacts to Ilia Topuria's predictions ahead of their fight

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 10:00 PM

Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Justin Gaethje reacts to Ilia Topuria's predictions ahead of their fight
Summary

Justin Gaethje addressed Ilia Topuria's bold claims about their upcoming fight during media day in Washington, DC, on June 10, 2026. Topuria has predicted a quick finish, stating the fight will not last longer than two minutes. Gaethje responded by noting that he has been underestimated before and emphasized the unpredictability of MMA. He acknowledged that Topuria's predictions create pressure for him to perform, warning that not meeting expectations could lead to disappointment. Gaethje remains prepared for a challenging fight and is focused on the long duration of the match rather than any specific outcome.

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  • •Gaethje considers Topuria's predictions outrageous.
  • •Topuria's fight with Gaethje is scheduled for the UFC White House card.
  • •Gaethje has been finished in the first round only once in his career.
  • •Both fighters spoke at UFC Freedom 250 media day on June 10, 2026.
  • •Gaethje expects a 25-minute match rather than a quick finish.
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  • 10:00 PMYahoo Sports — Justin Gaethje reacts to Ilia Topuria making bold predictions about their fight: ‘He’s been wrong about me so many times’
What they're saying
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Justin Gaethje says Ilia Topuria has backed himself into a corner with some outrageous predictions

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