Oliveira predicts Topuria KOs Gaethje at WH event

Charles Oliveira has speculated that Ilia Topuria will face Justin Gaethje at the upcoming UFC White House event on March 14, 2026, and predicts that Topuria will knock out Gaethje to retain the lightweight title. Oliveira, who is preparing for his UFC 326 main event against Max Holloway on March 7, believes Topuria may not hold the 155-pound title by late 2026 if he faces Islam Makhachev later in the year. Oliveira noted that if he defeats Holloway, he will be next in line for a title opportunity. Oliveira also stated that a potential Topuria vs. Makhachev matchup would likely occur later in 2026 rather than at the White House event.