Despite a venue and date still unannounced, Dana White has confirmed himself that the UFC has already begun working on potential matchups for the event and its location. Perhaps the most speculation to be going around is the headliner, which is rumored to take place between Ilia Topuria and Paddy Pimblett.

UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria appears set to defend his title against Paddy Pimblett in January 2026, according to Shem Rock, a training partner of

President Donald Trump confirmed the date for the much-hyped UFC event at the White House. Speaking Sunday at Naval Station Norfolk, Trump said the show is set for June 14, 2026: UFC president Dana White last month released renderings for the special setup in the nation's capital. A temporary venue is planned for the grounds of the White House:

Joe Rogan wants to see Jon Jones and Alex Pereira fighting for the BMF title. Jones is hoping to return to action on the UFC White House card in 2026, having reversed his retirement when the news

And in the night’s headliner, a new era at strawweight is set to be ushered in, with Mackenzie Dern vying for the vacant title against Brazilian star Virna Jandiroba — with Zhang Weili set for a flyweight move next month at UFC 322.

Unsurprisingly, UFC Vancouver had some controversy. In the main card opener between Matt Frevola vs. Kyle Nelson, a massive referee blunder stole what could have been a first round knockout. In the final 10 seconds of round one,

History was made in multiple ways at UFC Vancouver, but none more significant than Drew Dober breaking Dustin Poirier's knockout record.

Former UFC headliner Paul Felder and 2025 Journalist of the Year nominee Mike Bohn break down Saturday's Vancouver fight card.