Islam Makhachev names favorite between Topuria and Gaethje at UFC Casa Branca.

Islam makhachev He is a former UFC lightweight champion. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC India

PUBLICITY:

Islam makhachev believe that Ilia Topuria has a good chance of winning Justin gaethje in the main fight of UFC White HouseThe fight is scheduled for June 14th. The Spaniard faces the American in a duel valid for the lightweight belt (up to 70,3 kg) and, although he recognizes 'El Matador' as the favorite, the Russian does not expect an easy fight.

In a video published by the UFC, Makhachev highlighted Gaethje's experience, describing him as a fighter accustomed to big battles. Even so, the Russian champion pointed to Topuria's youth and current form as decisive factors, predicting a short fight with a slight inclination towards a victory for the Spaniard.

See too

Anderson Silva mocks Dana White's explanation regarding his split with the UFC.

Dana White thwarts Khamzat Chimaev's UFC plans: 'That's what he wants'

From anonymous preliminary to million-dollar main event: McGregor and Holloway close the cycle 13 years later.

“Gaethje is an old-school fighter, battle-tested, with a ton of experience. But Topuria is younger, and it’s going to be a great fight for the fans. I believe this fight definitely won’t be long, and I’m leaning more towards a Topuria victory,” he said. Islam makhachev.

See photos of how UFC White House will work.

UFC octagon set up with the White House in the background. Photo: Reproduction / Twitter @ufc

PUBLICITY:

UFC Fan Fest set up on the White House lawn. Photo: Reproduction / Twitter @ufc

UFC White House

O UFC White House, also called UFC Freedom 250The concert will take place on June 14th at the official residence of the US president in Washington DC. Unlike usual, the show will be held on a Sunday, Donald Trump's birthday.

In the main fight UFC White House, the Spanish Ilia Topuria He defends his lightweight title (up to 70,3 kg) against the interim title holder, the American. Justin gaethje.

Alex Poatan in the spotlight

Alex Poatán will be highlighted in UFC White HousePhoto: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

Brazil will be represented at UFC White HouseIn the co-main fight of the attraction, Alex Poatán He attempts an unprecedented feat. Former middleweight (up to 83,9 kg) and light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) champion, Poatan seeks the interim heavyweight (up to 120 kg) title against the Frenchman. Cyryl Gane.

In addition to Poatan, Mauricio Ruffy e Diego lopes These are the other Brazilian athletes on the card. They face Michael chandler e Steve Garciarespectively.

UFC White House fight schedule

Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg.): Ilia Topuria x Justin gaethje – Fight for the belt

Heavy weight (up to 120 kg.): Alex Poatán x Cyryl Gane – Fight for the interim belt

Bantamweight (up to 61,2 kg): Sean O'Malley x Aiemann Zahabi

Heavy weight (up to 120 kg): Josh Hokit x Derrick Lewis

Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg.): Michael chandler x Mauricio Ruffy

Average weight (up to 83,9 kg.): Kyle Daukaus x BoNickal

Feather weight (up to 65,7 kg.): Steve Garcia x Diego lopes