The UFC returns to the White House in Washington, D.C., on Sunday, June 14, for UFC Freedom 250, featuring a title defense by undefeated lightweight champion Ilia Topuria against Justin Gaethje, according to UFC officials. The event, presented by Crypto.com and RAM, begins at 8pm ET/5pm PT and streams live on Paramount+ in the U.S.
Main Event: Topuria vs. Gaethje
Ilia Topuria, the defending UFC lightweight champion with an undefeated record, faces Justin Gaethje in a title unification bout after the latter captured the interim lightweight title in March 2023. Gaethje, known for his high-octane style, last fought in November 2022, while Topuria’s last appearance was in January 2023, according to UFC.com.
Co-Main Event: Pereira vs. Gane
Alex Pereira, a former middleweight and light heavyweight champion, makes his heavyweight debut against Ciryl Gane for the interim heavyweight title. Pereira’s move to the heavyweight division marks his third weight class in the UFC, while Gane, the former interim champion, aims to solidify his position in the division, per UFC.com.
Scorecards for UFC Freedom 250 will be updated live throughout the event.
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