UFC champion predicts quick victory for Topuria over Gaethje at UFC White House.

Volkanovski focused before fighting in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

Alexander Volkanovsky believe that Ilia Topuria, the undisputed lightweight champion (70,3 kg), has a great chance of defeating Justin gaethje impressively in the main fight of UFC White House, scheduled for June 14th. Analyzing the American's style, the featherweight king (65,7 kg) pointed out that his nemesis could score another knockout in the early rounds as soon as he finds an opening in the fight.

In Volkanovski's view, Gaethje will need to completely change his traditional approach to withstand the firepower of the feared Georgian. Known for his open exchanges and constant pressure in the octagon, the American usually turns his fights into true wars, a characteristic that could end up being decisive against the undefeated Topuria.

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“As soon as Gaethje opens up, game over. I think it could be that fast once he exposes himself, and I think that’s eventually bound to happen,” Volkanovski declared on his official YouTube channel.

Volkanovski also pointed out the ideal path for the interim lightweight champion to survive 'El Matador's' initial offensives. According to the veteran, if Gaethje wants any chance of winning, he will have to adopt a more cautious approach and prolong the fight.

“If Gaethje fights very defensively, you could see this go into the second or maybe even the third round. But as soon as Gaethje opens up, I think you’ll see the end. That’s what I truly believe,” he concluded.

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 Georgian 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 is represented in UFC White House. In the co-principal struggle, Alex Poatán He attempts an unprecedented feat. The renowned striker, former middleweight (up to 83,9 kg) and light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) champion, 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. The pair faces 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