Sean O'Malley seeks title shot with win at UFC Freedom 250
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 1:20 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Sean O'Malley faces Aiemann Zahabi at UFC Freedom 250 this Sunday, expecting a title shot if he wins. O'Malley, a former bantamweight champion, is focused on the upcoming fight, recognizing Zahabi's impressive unbeaten streak of seven fights. He acknowledges the possibility of facing the winner of a trilogy between Petr Yan and Merab Dvalishvili in future bouts. O'Malley expressed excitement over competing at the White House, highlighting its significance as a unique venue for the fight.
- •O'Malley holds a record of 19-3 in MMA and 11-3 in UFC.
- •Zahabi has an impressive record of 14-2 in MMA and 8-2 in UFC.
- •The fight takes place at the White House on June 14.
- •O'Malley is focusing on Zahabi without looking past this matchup.
- •The event will also showcase a significant venue for UFC fighting.
- 1:20 AMYahoo Sports — Sean O'Malley expects title shot with win at UFC White House
"Sean O'Malley believes he'll be up for a title shot should he beat Aiemann Zahabi at Sunday's UFC Freedom 250 at the White House.
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