Topuria accuses Gaethje of glove tampering amid rematch talks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 9:10 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
Ilia Topuria accused Justin Gaethje of using tampered gloves during their fight at UFC Freedom 250, where Topuria suffered a title loss and broke both orbital bones. Jon Anik expressed skepticism about the accusation, suggesting it might be a tactic by Topuria to secure a rematch. Gaethje dismissed the claims but later indicated he might consider a rematch. Discussions within the UFC regarding a potential immediate rematch between the two fighters are reportedly underway.
- •Topuria suffered a title loss to Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250.
- •Topuria claims Gaethje tampered with his gloves during the fight.
- •Anik believes Topuria's accusation is aimed at a rematch.
- •Gaethje reminded Topuria of the damage he inflicts on opponents.
- •Internal UFC discussions may lead to a rematch.
- 9:10 PMYahoo Sports — Jon Anik: Ilia Topuria accusing Gaethje of glove tampering a push for rematch
"Jon Anik isn't putting too much stock into Ilia Topuria serious accusation towards Justin Gaethje.
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