Ilia Topuria may not face Justin Gaethje in the White House, says journalist.

Topuria celebrates her UFC victory. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/UFC

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One of the most popular names in MMA and second in the world pound-for-pound rankings, Ilia Topuria He is expected to unify the lightweight (up to 70,3 kg) titles with Justin gaethjeAlthough it is a highly anticipated confrontation, it is not expected to take place at the White House. This information was first reported by Spanish journalist Álvaro Colmenero.

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According to the journalist, the ultranationalist nature of the event, coupled with the overwhelming favoritism shown to the Georgian/Spanish player, may make matchmakers reluctant to arrange the match at that venue. Currently, Kayla harrison He is the only American to hold a linear title in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). The other is Gaethje, the interim champion.

“The fight hasn’t been confirmed, and although it’s a possibility, the chances of it happening have diminished. There are several geopolitical and economic arguments against holding the fight at the White House. We should never lose sight of the fact that this is an event with an American profile. It’s the celebration of US Independence Day, but it was scheduled for June 14th to coincide with Donald Trump’s birthday. I don’t know to what extent Trump’s advisors would like to expose the president to a fight in which the Spanish-Georgian star has a very high chance of knocking out the American star,” argued Colmenero.

Regarding Ilia Topuria's fight against Gaethje at the White House:

The fight has NOT been signed, and despite being a possibility, the chances of it taking place there have decreased

There are several geopolitical and economic arguments against the fight being held at the WH pic.twitter.com/7FjowZuGSZ

— Álvaro Colmenero (@KOlmeneroMMA) February 26, 2026

Topuria is undefeated and has wins against big names in the UFC.

Ilia Topuria knocked out Charles of the Bronx in the first round. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram.

With 17 fights throughout his career, El Matador is one of the few athletes to win Ultimate belts in two weight classes. In his last performance, he turned off the lights at... Charles of the Bronx still in the first round of the main fight of UFC 317Furthermore, the athlete also has victories against Max Holloway e Alexander Volkanovsky, both by knockout.