UFC White House weigh-ins finalize title fights for historic event

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 11:06 PM

Last updated Jun 13, 2026

UFC White House weigh-ins finalize title fights for historic event
Summary

The UFC White House weigh-ins have confirmed two title fights for the upcoming event on June 14, 2026. Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje will face off in a lightweight title unification main event, while Alex Pereira battles Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight championship as the co-main event. All four fighters successfully made weight, with Topuria and Gaethje both weighing in at 155 pounds, and Pereira at 251 pounds against Gane's 248 pounds. Diego Lopes qualified as a lightweight replacement, making weight at 154 pounds. This event marks the first professional sporting event to occur at the White House, set to stream on Paramount+ at 8 p.m. ET.

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  • Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje for lightweight title unification
  • Alex Pereira faces Ciryl Gane for interim heavyweight title
  • All four title fight contenders made weight
  • Diego Lopes qualifies as lightweight replacement
  • Event streams on Paramount+ June 14 at 8 p.m. ET
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  • 11:06 PMYahoo SportsUFC White House weigh-in results: 2 title fights set
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The Ultimate Fighting Championship's historic card is officially set for Sunday following the UFC White House weigh-ins.

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