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UFC announces seven-fight card for White House event on June 14

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 9:27 AM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

UFC announces seven-fight card for White House event on June 14
Summary

The UFC will host a unique fight card at the White House on June 14 to commemorate the U.S. 250th anniversary. The card will feature seven fights, including two title bouts, although fans have expressed disappointment over the lineup. Ilia Topuria faces Justin Gaethje in a title-unification match, while Ciryl Gane takes on Alex Pereira for the interim heavyweight championship. Other notable matchups include Sean O'Malley vs. Aiemann Zahabi and Michael Chandler facing Mauricio Ruffy. Fans are questioning the excitement level given some expected matchups were not realized.

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  • •Event scheduled for June 14 at the White House.
  • •Ilia Topuria faces Justin Gaethje for a title unification.
  • •Ciryl Gane competes against Alex Pereira for the interim heavyweight title.
  • •Sean O'Malley will fight Aiemann Zahabi in a bantamweight contest.
  • •Michael Chandler takes on Mauricio Ruffy, a rising Brazilian striker.
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Comment: 14 June will bring seven fights, six of which will feature US stars and two of which will be title bouts

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