Dana White announced the fight between Derrick Lewis and Josh Tukkos for the upcoming White House event during the UFC 327 broadcast. The matchup was organized following a request from Donald Trump, who was sitting ringside at the event. The announcement was made in real-time during the card, demonstrating the UFC president's ability to make high-profile bookings on the spot. This follows Tukkos' impressive unanimous decision victory over Curtis Blaydes earlier in the evening. The White House event represents a unique venue for a UFC card.
UFC 327
Saturday, April 11, 2026
