Ilia Topuria Reveals Why She Doesn't Use Her Strong Point in the UFC

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Ilia Topuria does not intend to resort to grappling in his confrontation against Justin gaethje. Scheduled for the main fight of the UFC White HouseOn June 14th, in a fight valid for the lightweight belt (up to 70,3 kg), the Spaniard made it clear that he wants to prioritize striking so as not to compromise the spectacle promised to the fans.

In an interview with Vic Blends, Ilia TopuriaHe explained that, despite recognizing his technical advantage in grappling, he chooses not to explore that path for entertainment reasons.

"If I wanted to, of course I could take him down and do whatever I wanted with him (Gaethje). But I really want to put on a show for the fans," said Topuria.

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The Spaniard highlighted that he could adopt the same dominant ground strategy he's used on other occasions, but believes that would reduce the excitement of the fight. Therefore, he reinforced that his plan to face Gaethje is to keep the fight standing, relying on a stand-up exchange throughout the duel.

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"Like Max Holloway "Also, I could have taken him down, controlled him on the ground and finished him, but it wouldn't have been as exciting as it was. It's the same thing I'm planning to do with Justin, it's going to be a purely striking fight. At least on my side," concluded the Spaniard.

Justin Gaethje is focused on grappling for UFC White House.

Gaethje promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC

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Se Ilia Topuria He wants a duel that's entirely stand-up. Justin gaethjeOn the other hand, he seems willing to use grappling to his advantage. In a video posted on his YouTube channel, the American appeared training wrestling and even surprised the Spaniard, who reacted to the images.

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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

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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.