Topuria Shoves Gaethje During Staredown at UFC White House

Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje came face to face for their lightweight title staredown at UFC White House, and the confrontation turned physical when Topuria shoved Gaethje. The exchange grew tense as Gaethje stepped closer and dared Topuria to act, prompting Dana White to intervene before the push occurred. Topuria followed up by saying he held back to avoid hurting Gaethje.