UFC President Dana White has decided to start preparations for a unique event that will take place at the White House ahead of schedule. Initially, the formation of the fight card was set to begin in February, but now it will start immediately after the conclusion of the first UFC show of 2026, which will take place in January.
The event scheduled for June 14 has already been given the status of "historic." The main event in January will feature a fight for the interim lightweight title between Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett. After this show, regular meetings to select fights will be expanded, and preparations for the event at the White House will become a priority. According to the updated schedule, most fighters are expected to be confirmed by the second week of February, significantly ahead of the original timeline.
Additionally, White commented on rumors regarding potential fights at this event, particularly the matchup between Conor McGregor and Jorge Masvidal, which was discussed after McGregor's fight with Michael Chandler was canceled. The UFC President categorically denied these rumors, emphasizing that much of the online discussions do not reflect the organization's actual plans.
Now, fans' attention is focused on which fighters will be featured in one of the most anticipated cards in UFC history. The accelerated preparation for the event will allow for a more careful selection of participants and create a truly thrilling show.
