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UFC analyst doesn't agree that Alex Pereira will be the GOAT with White House win
Harry Kettle - June 9, 2026
UFC analyst Laura Sanko doesn’t agree with Dana White that Alex Pereira could lead the GOAT debate after this weekend. In the co-main event of UFC Freedom 250, Alex Pereira will collide with Ciryl Gane over the UFC interim heavyweight championship. The winner will go on to face Tom Aspinall for the undisputed belt, but the biggest story here is Poatan.
Ilia Topuria claims he will break Justin Gaethje as feud continues to escalate
Harry Kettle - June 9, 2026
UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria has declared that he will break Justin Gaethje in their collision at UFC Freedom 250. This weekend, Ilia Topuria will defend his UFC lightweight championship against interim champion Justin Gaethje in the main event of the promotion’s blockbuster White House event. Right now, Ilia is considered by many to be the overwhelming favorite.
UFC White House | Pro fighters make their picks for Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje title fight
Cole Shelton - June 9, 2026
The UFC is in Washington, D.C., for their historic event on the White House lawn for a stacked UFC White House card. In the main event, Ilia Topuria defends his lightweight title against interim champion Justin Gaethje. Heading into the fight, Topuria is a massive -670 favorite while the challenger is a +430 underdog on FanDuel. Ahead of the bout at UFC White House, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro fighters to get their predictions for the lightweight title fight. The pros do think Topuria will get the win, and likely will do so by knockout to defend his belt for the first time.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 223 with Kyle Daukaus and Steve Garcia
Cole Shelton - June 9, 2026
The 223rd episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN.com with host Cole Shelton is live to preview UFC White House. We’re joined by UFC middleweight Kyle Daukaus (1:00). Next, ninth-ranked UFC featherweight Steve Garcia (18:50) comes on.
Muhammad Mokaev calls out UFC to deliver promised reunion after 42-second win
Curtis Calhoun - June 8, 2026
Former UFC flyweight contender Muhammad Mokaev could be on his way back to the Octagon after an impressive run outside of the promotion. At a time when the UFC’s flyweight division is on fire, one of the division’s former stars is doing everything he can to return to the promotion. Muhammad Mokaev, who parted ways with the UFC after a win over Manel Kape at UFC 304, remains unbeaten in his Mixed Martial Arts career and has won four-straight fights since his UFC finale.
Top UFC analyst picks Justin Gaethje to finish Ilia Topuria in shock UFC White House prediction
Curtis Calhoun - June 8, 2026
A top UFC analyst predicts Justin Gaethje will pull off another mammoth upset this weekend on the White House lawn. Interim UFC lightweight champion Justin Gaethje has had several opportunities to win a lineal UFC title during his legendary career in the Octagon. After defeating Paddy Pimblett earlier this year at UFC 324 to win the interim belt for the second time in his UFC tenure, Gaethje will face Ilia Topuria in the UFC White House main event this weekend.
Boxing star Adrien Broner nearly fought Jon Jones at recent Las Vegas party: 'He was cooked'
Curtis Calhoun - June 8, 2026
Former Boxing star Adrien Broner was at the center of one of Jon Jones’ latest controversial moments outside of the Octagon since retiring. Former two-division UFC champion Jon Jones’ exclusion from the upcoming White House card led to bitter animosity between him and UFC CEO Dana White. Jones recently asked for his release from the UFC after contract negotiations fell apart for a fight at the White House, but as of this writing, his request has yet to be fulfilled by the promotion.
Chael Sonnen makes bold case for Bo Nickal title shot with win at UFC White House
Curtis Calhoun - June 8, 2026
UFC Hall of Famer Chael Sonnen believes Bo Nickal will make the case for a title shot with an impressive win over Kyle Daukaus. UFC middleweight star Bo Nickal will look to continue his positive momentum this weekend at UFC Freedom 250 on the White House lawn. Nickal and Kyle Daukaus will square off as part of a seven-fight card at the White House, featuring the returns of Ilia Topuria and Alex Pereira.
Ilia Topuria shares bold prediction for Justin Gaethje title fight at the White House
Cole Shelton - June 8, 2026
Ilua Topuria has a bold prediction for his upcoming fight against Justin Gaethje. Topuria is set to headline the White House card on Sunday as he defends his lightweight title against Gaethje. It’s a highly anticipated bout, and heading into the fight, Topuria is a massive favorite.
Diego Lopes hopes for Alexander Volkanovski's retirement as he shares Movsar Evloev fight prediction
Curtis Calhoun - June 8, 2026
UFC featherweight contender Diego Lopes hopes Alexander Volkanovski will retire after presumably fighting his former foe. UFC featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski is widely expected to return to the Octagon later this year and fight unbeaten contender Movsar Evloev. Rumors are swirling that Volkanovski vs. Evloev will headline an upcoming major event, potentially as soon as September.
Alex Pereira reacts to Ciryl Gane getting advice from ex-Glory Kickboxing foe: "It doesn't make a difference"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 8, 2026
Alex Pereira has a response to Ciryl Gane receiving advice from the last man to defeat him under kickboxing rules. Back in 2021, Pereira lost the Glory Heavyweight Championship to Artem Vakhitov via majority decision. Rather than look for revenge, “Poatan” ended up moving on to MMA full-time, and he has since carved out his legacy in the sport. Pereira now has a chance to win a UFC title in a third weight class at UFC Freedom 250 when he meets Gane for the interim gold.
Dana White expects NFL Super Bowl viewership numbers for UFC Freedom 250: "This is a unique experience for everybody"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 8, 2026
Dana White believes UFC Freedom 250 is trending towards reaching numbers that match the NFL Super Bowl. The biggest event in MMA history is set to take place on Sunday. It’ll be a historic show, as UFC Freedom 250 will be held on the White House lawn. The event will feature two title fights, including the main event lightweight unification bout between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje. The co-headliner will feature an interim heavyweight title fight between Ciryl Gane and Alex Pereira.