Everything You Need to Know About the UFC White House Card
The UFC continues to build hype leading up to the UFC White House event. An event to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the USA.
Without a doubt, this is a once in a lifetime type of event. The card will be on Sunday, June 14th on The South Lawn of the White House. The topic of attendance has been a long debate, but it seems we have some answers after recent announcements from Dana White. There will be 85 thousand free tickets available to the public at The Ellipse Park for an outdoor viewing experience. The park is south of the White House and has a view of The South Lawn.
The main event features a UFC Lightweight Championship unification bout, as undisputed champion Ilia Topuria takes on interim champion Justin Gaethje. Before that, in the co-main event, Alex Pereira will move up to heavyweight and take on Ciryl Gane for the UFC Interim Heavyweight Class Championship.
With rumors already swirling and official announcements starting to roll in, The Scrap is your go-to source for everything related to the UFC White House card:
How to Watch
- 📅 Date: Sunday, June 14th
- 🕑 Start Time:
- Main Card at 8:00 PM EST
- 📍 Location: South Lawn of the White House — Washington, D.C.
- 📺 How to Watch:
- Main Card (Paramount+)
- Prelims (Paramount+ & CBS)
- 👕 Merchandise: UFC Store
Full Card
- UFC Lightweight Championship: Ilia Topuria (c) vs. Justin Gaethje (ic)
- UFC Interim Heavyweight Championship: Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane
- Sean O’Malley vs. Aiemann Zahabi (Bantamweight)
- Josh Hokit vs. Derrick Lewis (Heavyweight)
- Mauricio Ruffy vs. Michael Chandler (Lightweight)
- Bo Nickal vs. Kyle Daukaus (Middleweight)
- Diego Lopes vs. Steve Garcia (Featherweight)
Watch Party
Want to catch all the action of the PPV as it happens? Join us LIVE on our YouTube channel once the event kicks off and watch alongside our subscriber community:
More UFC Freedom 250 Coverage
Looking for even more insight into the athletes competing at UFC Freedom 250?
Explore our additional fighter features, interview breakdowns, and matchup analyses as we continue to cover the stories shaping this historic event:
- Sean Strickland Speaks Out After White House Ban (The Full Story)
- Justin Gaethje’s Moment of Truth at UFC Freedom 250
- Did Michael Chandler Get Hurt in Sparring?
- Will WWE Eventually Follow UFC to the White House?
- Was Justin Gaethje the Blueprint for MMA’s Modern Free Agency Era?
- Ilia Topuria’s Rare Star Potential
Full Card Predictions
Looking for bold picks ahead of a stacked fight night? Our predictions are here to deliver. Don’t miss our breakdowns and calls for the UFC White House card:
The Home Team
The UFC is bringing its biggest stars to the White House. But who will be carrying the American flag into this historic event?
From knockout artists to NCAA wrestling champions, here’s everything you need to know about the U.S. fighters competing at UFC Freedom 250:
The Storylines to Watch
UFC Freedom 250 is already being called one of the most historic events in MMA history. But, the biggest talking points might not be what fans expect.
From overlooked production challenges to the quiet battle shaping the UFC’s future stars, here are the storylines no one is really talking about:
UFC Freedom 250 Needs to Deliver
The White House card has the potential to become the most unforgettable event in MMA history. But, only if the UFC gets it right.
From historic moments to game-changing announcements, here are five things fans need to see on fight night.
Fighter Interview Breakdowns
Confidence. Violence. Certainty. Chaos.
After sitting down with UFC on Paramount+, both Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje offered fascinating insights into their approach for UFC Freedom 250. Here’s what their words tell us about the fight ahead.
Ilia Topuria
Ilia Topuria isn’t preparing for a war, he’s expecting a masterpiece. In his UFC on Paramount+ interview, the champion explains why he sees no path to victory for Justin Gaethje and predicts a beautiful first-round finish at UFC Freedom 250:
Justin Gaethje
Justin Gaethje knows exactly what kind of fight he’s walking into—and he wouldn’t have it any other way.
Our breakdown explores why Gaethje is embracing the danger against Ilia Topuria and how his mindset could produce one of the most explosive title fights in recent memory:
Josh Hokit Stealing the Show
While the main event dominates the headlines, Josh Hokit has quietly become one of the most fascinating figures on the card.
We take a closer look at the undefeated heavyweight, his rise through the ranks, and why so many eyes will be on him when he steps:
Michael Chandler vs. Mauricio Ruffy Should Deliver
One fighter thrives in wild exchanges. The other is looking to announce himself on the biggest stage possible.
Here’s why Chandler vs. Ruffy has all the ingredients to become one of the most memorable fights of UFC Freedom 250:
Stay tuned to The Scrap for the latest updates as the event approaches!
