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Ilia Topuria Targets First-Round KO of Justin Gaethje in White House Title Unifier

The undefeated champion says financial stability has made him “extremely dangerous” ahead of June 14.

Overview

  • Topuria said he no longer fights for money and that freedom will let fans see “El Matador” at “200%.”
  • He broke down Gaethje’s forward style and predicted a first-round knockout.
  • The unification headlines Freedom 250 on the White House South Lawn in Washington, D.C., on June 14.
  • Heavy reports the South Lawn card is expected to draw one of the biggest MMA audiences ever.
  • The matchup pits Topuria’s 17-0 run with recent knockout title wins against Gaethje’s interim crown earned over Paddy Pimblett in January.