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Pros react to Josh Hokit stopping Derrick Lewis at UFC Freedom 250
Chris Taylor - June 14, 2026
Tonight’s UFC Freedom 250 event featured a highly anticipated heavyweight contest between Derrick Lewis and Josh Hokit. Lewis (29-14 MMA) had entered the contest looking to rebound, this after suffering a second-round TKO loss to Waldo Cortes-Acosta in his most previous effort this past January at UFC 324. Prior to that defeat, ‘The Black Beast’ had earned a first-round TKO victory over Tallison Teixeira.
UFC Freedom 250 Results: Josh Hokit TKO's Derrick Lewis (Video)
Chris Taylor - June 14, 2026
Tonight’s UFC Freedom 250 event features a highly anticipated heavyweight contest featuring Derrick Lewis taking on Josh Hokit. Lewis (29-14 MMA) will enter the contest looking to rebound this after suffering a second-round TKO loss to Waldo Cortes-Acosta this past January at UFC 324. Prior to that defeat, ‘The Black Beast’ was coming off a first-round TKO victory over Tallison Teixeira.
UFC Freedom 250 Results: Mauricio Ruffy KO's Michael Chandler (Video)
Chris Taylor - June 14, 2026
Tonight’s UFC Freedom 250 event features a highly anticipated lightweight contest between Mauricio Ruffy and Michael Chandler. Ruffy (13-2 MMA) was most previously seen in action this past February at UFC 325, where he scored a second-round TKO victory over Rafael Fiziev. Prior to that triumph, ‘One Shot’ had suffered a submission defeat to Benoit Saint Denis.
UFC Freedom 250: Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - June 14, 2026
The Octagon moves to the lawn of the White House for tonight’s UFC Freedom 250 event, a 7-bout fight card headlined by Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje. Topuria (17-0 MMA) will be returning to action for the first time since violently knocking out Charles Oliveira in the first-round of their title fight at UFC 317 in June of last year. Prior to that triumph, ‘El Matador’ was coming off back-to-back knockout wins over Max Holloway and Alex Volkanovski respectively.
Josh Hokit shares theory on why UFC fighters don't talk much trash anymore: "They don't want to put pressure on themselves"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 14, 2026
Josh Hokit thinks he knows why more UFC fighters these days are subdued in their trash talk. There is no shortage of controversial figures in the world of MMA. Stars such as Conor McGregor and Chael Sonnen blew up in popularity due to their gift of gab. It’s the heavy-hitting trash talk that Hokit feels has been missing in MMA, and he’s looking to fill the gap.
Sean O'Malley denies claim that he cherry picks fights: "UFC does what UFC does and there’s a reason they’re the UFC"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 14, 2026
Sean O’Malley is laughing off the idea that he has the option to cherry-pick his UFC fights. O’Malley is scheduled to be back in action on Sunday. He is set to meet Aiemann Zahabi on the UFC Freedom 250 card. It’s a fight that most fans weren’t anticipating for the “Suga” show, but it’s what the UFC brass wanted. That’s why O’Malley finds it humorous when fans think he gets to choose his opposition.
Alex Pereira's team expects KO win over Ciryl Gane at UFC Freedom 250: "I really believe in it"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 14, 2026
Alex Pereira’s team isn’t short on confidence going into Sunday’s title fight against Ciryl Gane. “Poatan” and Gane are set to share the Octagon with the interim UFC Heavyweight Championship at stake. The title fight will serve as the UFC Freedom 250 co-headliner on the White House lawn. This is an opportunity for Pereira to make history as he would become the first UFC fighter to hold titles in three different weight classes if he defeats Gane.
Kyle Daukaus warns he poses a 'very big threat' to Bo Nickal at UFC Freedom 250: "No fight is easy"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 14, 2026
Kyle Daukaus believes that he will provide stern opposition against Bo Nickal on Sunday. Daukaus and Nickal are set to collide as part of the UFC Freedom 250 card on the White House lawn. While Nickal is the betting favorite going into the fight, many view Daukaus as a live underdog. “The D’Arce Knight” is currently riding a six-fight winning streak and hasn’t suffered a defeat since late 2022.
Justin Gaethje shares final words for Ilia Topuria before UFC Freedom 250: "I was absolutely made for this s*** right here"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 14, 2026
Justin Gaethje has said his peace one more time before he does battle with Ilia Topuria at UFC Freedom 250. Gaethje and Topuria will compete in the main event of Sunday’s historic card on the White House lawn. “The Highlight” and “El Matador” will be competing to unify the UFC Lightweight Championship. Gaethje is entering as the interim titleholder. He won the title by defeating Paddy Pimblett after Topuria went on a brief hiatus.
Khamzat Chimaev's RAF 10 debut marred by chaotic brawl with Dillon Danis
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 14, 2026
Khamzat Chimaev and Dillon Danis made things ugly quick at RAF 10 this past Saturday. Chimaev and Danis shared the mat inside Saint Louis University. “Borz” managed to pin Danis in under a minute, but it didn’t take long for a brawl to ensue. Words were exchanged before Danis threw his foot up at Chimaev, who responded with a kick to the leg. Members of both teams stormed the mat and fists were flying before both parties were finally separated.
Joe Rogan baffled by betting odds for Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje: "It's a tough fight, man"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 12, 2026
Joe Rogan can’t believe how big of an underdog Justin Gaethje is going into UFC Freedom 250. Gaethje and Ilia Topuria will collide on Sunday for the right of being called the undisputed UFC Lightweight Champion. While Topuria holds the main title, his hiatus led to Gaethje winning interim gold in a January tilt against Paddy Pimblett. The two heavy-handed strikers will meet on the White House lawn in the UFC Freedom 250 main event.
Curtis Blaydes makes interesting suggestion for Josh Hokit: "I would be having serious discussions" after UFC Freedom 250
Fernando Quiles Jr. - June 12, 2026
Curtis Blaydes believes he knows a direction Josh Hokit should consider to maximize his potential. Blaydes knows what it’s like to share the Octagon with “The Incredible Hok.” The two did battle in an entertaining heavyweight scrap on the UFC 327 card back in April. While Blaydes dropped a unanimous decision, he did share “Fight of the Night” honors with Hokit, so the bonus softened the blow of defeat just a tad bit.
Arman Tsarukyan places $1 million bet on Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje despite potential UFC gambling violation
Curtis Calhoun - June 11, 2026
Top UFC lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan might be in trouble with the promotion after placing a massive bet on UFC White House. UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria will defend his undisputed title against interim titleholder Justin Gaethje on the White House lawn on Sunday. UFC Freedom 250 features a seven-fight card with plenty of intriguing fights, capped off by the Topuria vs. Gaethje main event.
"Hard to argue that [Arman Tsarukyan] does not deserve a title shot", per ex-UFC champion who faced Tsarukyan
Dylan Bowker - June 11, 2026
Arman Tsarukyan is someone who should be next up to fight for the UFC lightweight belt in the eyes of many and a former kingpin of the UFC’s 155 pound division has weighed in on the curious situation the top contender finds himself in. The combatant in question is Benson Henderson who grappled with Tsarukyan quasi-recently in a grappling contest that saw the latter win via submission at ACBJJ 18. Through the athletic meritocracy lens, Tsarukyan should be getting the UFC title shot in the eyes of many, but instead reigning champ Ilia Topuria will fight interim belt holder Justin Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250 this weekend. When simply asked what does this guy have to do to get the next crack at the UFC crown, Henderson said [via Bowks Talking Bouts],
VIDEO | Khamzat Chimaev challenges Dillon Danis to 'street fight' in heated RAF 10 faceoff
Curtis Calhoun - June 11, 2026
Former UFC middleweight champion Khamzat Chimaev and Dillon Danis got into it just hours before their RAF 10 headliner. Khamzat Chimaev suffered one of the biggest upsets in UFC history last month at UFC 328 against Sean Strickland. In his long-awaited first UFC middleweight title defense, Chimaev struggled against Strickland’s pace and pressure en route to a split decision loss.
UFC analyst blames Tom Aspinall's 'outsider' relationship with Eddie Hearn for uncertain UFC return
Curtis Calhoun - June 11, 2026
UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall’s business partnership with Eddie Hearn could potentially hinder his return timeline. As Tom Aspinall continues to recover from multiple eye injuries, Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane will fight for the interim UFC heavyweight title this weekend at UFC Freedom 250. Gane and Aspinall fought to a no-contest at UFC 321 last year after multiple eye pokes by Gane left Aspinall unable to continue.
Steve Garcia eager to 'put on a show' at the White House against Diego Lopes: 'You will want to watch this'
Cole Shelton - June 11, 2026
Steve Garcia knows his UFC White House opener against Diego Lopes has all the makings to be an all-time classic. After Garcia’s last win over David Onama, he called for a top-ranked guy, but admitted he wasn’t sure if he was going to get it. The American knows he’s overlooked and will have to claw his way to the top, so when he got the call to fight Lopes, he admits he was a bit surprised.
Michael Chandler explains why he believes Paddy Pimblett will beat Benoit Saint-Denis at UFC 329
Cole Shelton - June 11, 2026
Michael Chandler believes Paddy Pimblett will pull off the upset at UFC 329. Pimblett is set to take on Benoit Saint-Denis in the co-main event of UFC 329 in Las Vegas in a pivotal lightweight fight. Pimblett is coming off an upset loss to Justin Gaethje for the interim belt and is the betting underdog against Saint-Denis.