Justin Gaethje Sends Clear Message After Ilia Topuria Declares “The Champ Is Back”
Justin Gaethje has reacted to Ilia Topuria’s most recent “The Champ is Back” post on Instagram.
Yesterday, reports emerged that Topuria has his personal problems sorted out and is now ready to return to the octagon.
‘El Matador’ expects to fight at the White House on June 14 and is expected to take on interim 155-pound champion Justin Gaethje to unify the titles. The Highlight’ won the belt in Topuria’s absence by dismantling Paddy Pimblett at UFC 324 last month.
Reacting to Topuria’s announcement, ‘The Highlight’ told Paramount UFC:
“He [Ilia Topuria] better be back, because I’m supposed to fight him in June at the White House card. That’s who I’m fighting… That’s why I fought for this thing [the interim belt at UFC 324]. White House in June lets go.”
Check out Justin Gaethje’s comments below:
Justin Gaethje believes he will headline the UFC White House event against Ilia Topuria
On The Pat McAfee Show, Justin Gaethje stated that he believes he will headline the mega June 14 event against Ilia Topuria for the undisputed UFC lightweight championship. He said:
“It has to be [Topuria at the White House]. No other option. Walking out of the Oval Office, into the cage, wearing the flag. I think we are going to main event it.”
The UFC White House Card is rumored to have 6-7 title fights, and Topuria vs. Gaethje could definitely be on the list. On the other hand, the company’s biggest draw, Conor McGregor, also wants to return and fight on the South Lawn of the White House, and Gaethje says he is open to facing ‘The Notorious’ too.
“If it’s McGregor, then McGregor’s going to fight me, and we will be the main event anyway.”
Check out Justin Gaethje’s comments below:
