Topuria vs Gaethje Set for UFC White House June 14

Ilia Topuria returns from hiatus to face Justin Gaethje in a lightweight title unification bout headlining UFC White House on June 14, 2026, at the White House South Lawn for the U.S. 250th anniversary. Topuria ended legal issues and resumed training on February 5. Gaethje, the new two-time interim champion, recently dominated Paddy Pimblett at UFC 324. This superfight pits Topuria's undefeated run against Gaethje's knockout power, potentially reshaping the lightweight division long dominated by others. Expect high stakes with national celebration backdrop; confirmation awaits official UFC announcement.