UFC veterans compete and prepare for fights this weekend
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 12:02 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
Several UFC veterans are set to compete in various MMA events from June 12-13, including UFC Freedom 250 on Sunday in Washington, DC, featuring two title fights: Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje and Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane. Last weekend, notable outcomes included Muhammad Mokaev securing a TKO win at WOW 31 and Martin Buday suffering a unanimous decision loss at OKTAGON 89. Notable fighters scheduled to fight include Tyson Nam against Tuomas Gronvall and Alex Oliveira facing Omar Rugarev. These events showcase the continued activity of former UFC fighters on the regional scene following their stints in the promotion.
- •Ilia Topuria fights Justin Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250 in DC.
- •Muhammad Mokaev won via TKO against Jorge Calvo at WOW 31.
- •Martin Buday lost by unanimous decision to Lazar Todev at OKTAGON 89.
- •Tyson Nam competes against Tuomas Gronvall on June 13.
- •Alex Oliveira faces Omar Rugarev at Beazt Fight Night on June 13.
- 12:02 PMYahoo Sports — UFC veterans in MMA action June 12-13
"Check out which veterans of the UFC are competing around the globe this weekend.
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