Finally, the UFC White House It will be held, and at the grand and media-covered event, Alex Poatán has the chance to make history. In the co-main event of the show that takes place this Sunday (14), in Washington (USA), the Brazilian debuts in the heavyweight division (up to 120,2 kg) and could become the company's first triple champion, in case of victory against Cyryl GaneBut the attraction, which celebrates the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence and the birthday of President Donald Trump, a friend of Dana White, goes beyond that.
In total, the UFC White House It consists of seven fights and will feature the 'Brazilian Squad', which will be represented by two other professionals. In the lightweight division (up to 70,3 kg), Mauricio Ruffy faces Michael chandler, While Diego lopes measure forces with Steve Garcia in the featherweight division (up to 65,7 kg). To get in the mood, the team of SUPER FIGHTS selected five reasons to follow the show.
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1) Will Poatan be the first three-time UFC champion?
Poatan promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC
In the history of MMA, only a select group of fighters have managed to become UFC double champions, but Alex Poatán He is not satisfied and dreams of the impossible. After conquering the middleweight (up to 83,9 kg) and light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) belts, the Brazilian is now competing for the interim heavyweight title to become the first athlete to reach the top of three different weight classes in the company.
Originally, the UFC's plan, revealed by Dana White himself, was to announce the fight between Tom aspinall, the linear champion, and the Brazilian. However, as the Englishman suffered a serious eye injury caused by the finger pokes applied by Cyryl Gane In the fight held in October, he underwent surgery and was sidelined. Therefore, Poatan will face the Frenchman in a duel that should take place standing up.
As a striking specialist, having made his mark in kickboxing, Poatan is considered by bookmakers to be the favorite to beat 'Bon Gamin' and is also considered by many to be the favorite to knock him out. However, caution is advised, because Gane is a skilled and strategic striker who possesses exceptional athleticism and movement for a heavyweight. The fight between these UFC stars is likely to be tense and end in a knockout.
2) Topuria and the trail of destruction
Topuria at the UFC press conference. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC
Another big UFC star at the event is simply... Ilia TopuriaIn the main event of the show, the Georgian will put his lightweight title on the line for the first time against... Justin gaethje And, obviously, he is considered by bookmakers to be a strong favorite to win. Undefeated in MMA, 'El Matador' exudes confidence for the fight and has even predicted that the American will last a maximum of two rounds.
For many, Topuria's words might seem arrogant, but the truth is that his record in the octagon speaks for itself. The Georgian reached the top of the featherweight and lightweight divisions by knocking out legendary fighters. Alexander Volkanovsky, Max Holloway e Charles of the Bronx In sequence. Besides the track record, the athlete gained extra motivation from the 'trash talk' done by Gaethje, who mentioned his ex-wife. Therefore, however good the interim champion of the category may be, the king of the category is on another level and is determined to prove his superiority.
3) New art of Luffy
Ruffy promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC
Considered by many to be one of the most promising talents in the lightweight division, there's no better time for... Mauricio Ruffy to justify such status and become even more popular. No UFC White HouseThe Brazilian faces the always exciting Michael chandler to consolidate its position in the top 10 of the competitive category and, who knows, get closer to the top 5.
A striking specialist and collector of spectacular knockouts, Ruffy promises to deliver another masterpiece in the octagon. Since the American is an explosive athlete who abandons strategy and defense to go on the offensive, it's not hard to imagine the striker finding an opening in his game and delivering another knockout.
The curious thing is that Chandler, at 40 years old—that is, an advanced age to compete—with three consecutive losses and a negative record in the UFC, ignores his bad phase, guarantees he will turn things around in the White House, promising to 'steal the soul' of the Brazilian. In any case, Ruffy didn't fall for the veteran's game, but, despite preaching respect, exudes confidence that he will put on a show on American soil.
4) Hokit hunting Poatan
Hokit promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC
Full attention with Josh HokitThe bad boy is becoming increasingly popular and willing to become the new enemy of Alex PoatánIt's nothing new for the American to provoke and attack the UFC star, who has gradually become uncomfortable. UFC White House, the athlete's opponent is Derrick LewisHowever, he completely ignores it.
Undefeated in MMA, Hokit has already warned that he will do whatever he wants to the greatest knockout artist in UFC history in the octagon and that his next fight will be against the Brazilian. Therefore, if the controversial American, who is already hunting Poatan, confirms his status as favorite, he should challenge him in the octagon in an even more hostile manner. Furthermore, the athlete's attitude towards the striker is reminiscent of the period in which... Chael Sonnen I did everything to get rid of it. Anderson Silva seriously.
5) Elite fringe
Diego lopes During training. Photo: Reproduction/X/diegolopesmma
Diego lopes He's already a historic name in the world's largest MMA organization. The Brazilian can proudly say he's been part of the card for three of the company's most iconic events: UFC 300UFC in the Sphere and UFC White HouseNow, the popular 'Franja' will face the knockout artist. Steve Garcia in the fight that opens the UFC White House, in a clash that promises strong emotions.
With two title fights in the featherweight division, Diego seeks redemption after losing again to the champion. Alexander VolkanovskyIn February, however, don't expect the Brazilian to change his fighting style, that is, to become more cautious. The Manaus native recovered from his first defeat against the Australian, putting on a show against the dangerous [opponent]. Jean Silva, intends to do the same and thwart the rise of the knockout artist 'Mean Machine'.
Technical details for UFC White House
Date: June 14, 2026
Time: From 21pm (Brasília time)
Location: White House, Washington DC, United States
How to watch: SUPER FIGHTS LIVE in real time, Paramount+ (entire card) on TV and internet.
FULL CARD (21 PM, Brasília time)
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): Mauricio Ruffy x Michael chandler
Average weight (up to 83,9 kg): BoNickal x Kyle Daukaus
Feather weight (up to 65,7 kg): Diego lopes x Steve Garcia
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