Justin Gaethje shocked the mixed martial arts world on Sunday, dethroning Ilia Topuria in the main event of UFC White House. The new champion’s road to undisputed glory saw him overcome significant danger, culminating in one of the greatest upsets in UFC history.
Daniel Cormier believes that an unlikely factor—competing at the White House—helped Justin Gaethje secure a dramatic upset over Ilia Topuria at UFC Freedom 250. Gaethje walked away on Sunday as the undisputed lightweight champion, as surprised fans watched history unfold in a place few expected to host a title fight.
For the first time, Sean Strickland has announced he’ll be cheering against a fellow American—Justin Gaethje—at the upcoming UFC Freedom 250. Instead, Strickland is backing Ilia Topuria, an unexpected move that is fueling one of the biggest feuds in mixed martial arts today.
The UFC White House event on June 14 headlines with Ilia Topuria’s title defense against Justin Gaethje, where Topuria enters as a major betting favorite. Opening odds from BetOnline also suggest an evenly matched bout between Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane, setting the stage for a memorable night.
Michael Bisping, known as “The Count,” is advocating for Islam Makhachev to battle Ilia Topuria, potentially sidestepping Justin Gaethje. This development follows Gaethje’s January 24 victory at UFC 324, which earned him his second interim lightweight championship.
In the wake of UFC 324, Islam Makhachev’s outspoken criticism of the main event has sparked a wave of contrasting reactions from fellow fighters, including Khabib Nurmagomedov. While some voice scorn over perceived “undeserved” opportunities, others see the event as a decisive moment worthy of debate and future showdowns.
Paddy Pimblett and Justin Gaethje brace for a defining clash at UFC 324. With an interim lightweight championship on the line, Pimblett promises Gaethje “won’t be physically the same” after their highly anticipated main event in Las Vegas.
