Overview
- The UFC set June 14 for the title unifier at the White House South Lawn as part of America 250, with the event to air on CBS and stream on Paramount+.
- Training footage on Ilia Topuria’s YouTube channel shows sparring partners asking him to go softer, highlighting the champion’s pace and power in camp.
- Charles Oliveira told LowKick MMA he favors Topuria, citing sharper, more technical punching over Justin Gaethje’s brawling style.
- Justin Gaethje called the White House stage surreal in an exclusive interview and said he plans to prepare well and enjoy the moment.
- During a segment covered by MiddleEasy, betting odds listed Topuria as a heavy favorite, and Jorge Masvidal said Gaethje’s chances look slim due to Topuria’s tight defense.