Overview
- The special event will feature a condensed six-fight main card with no prelims, including Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje for the lightweight title and Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight belt.
- Organizers plan to erect an octagon on the South Lawn with roughly 5,000 attendees, including service members, and public viewing areas on the Ellipse and National Mall for up to 100,000 people.
- The date coincides with the United States’ 250th anniversary festivities and President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday.
- Dana White says no taxpayer funds will be used, with UFC paying for the entire buildout and post-event lawn replacement estimated at $700,000 to $1 million.
- Jon Jones, excluded from the card, complained publicly, and White replied that Jones was never a serious option due to ongoing hip issues.