Update expected on UFC White House card
Fight fans are waiting to hear more about the upcoming UFC card at the White House.
The unique event is set for June 14, with President Donald Trump hosting it at his official residence. Tickets were snapped up within minutes, and prices have reached record levels.
Josh Hokit vs. Derrick Lewis completed the seven-fight card, making it one of the most expensive UFC events ever assembled.
Josh Hokit hints that UFC White House announcement is coming soon
On Saturday, Josh Hokit hinted at some news about the UFC White House event, getting fans talking. The former NFL player posted ‘Uh oh’ along with a shifty eyes emoji on X, which used to be called Twitter.
He followed it up by saying: “BIG WHITE HOUSE FIGHT ANNOUNCEMENT.”
His comments section quickly filled up with fans guessing what he meant.
One person suggested: “Hokit vs Alex Pereira happening sooner than we thought,” while another simply asked: “Who pulled out?”
A third fan complained: “You can’t say this and not give a date.”
Someone else added: “Ciryl Gane vs. Hokit for the full undisputed title.”
Others were more sceptical. One user wrote: “He’s clearly trolling,” while another said: “Derrick Lewis is probably out.”
Full Lineup for the UFC White House Card
Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje are set to headline the card in a lightweight unification bout, while Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane square off for the interim heavyweight title.
Josh Hokit has hinted at possible changes, but here’s how the seven-fight card currently stands:
- Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje
- Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane
- Sean O’Malley vs. Aiemann Zahabi
- Josh Hokit vs. Derrick Lewis
- Mauricio Ruffy vs. Michael Chandler
- Bo Nickal vs. Kyle Daukaus
- Diego Lopes vs. Steve Garcia
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