"I want to fight Islam Makhachev at the White House."
Idman.Biz reports that this was stated by UFC lightweight champion, Georgian-born fighter Ilia Topuria in an interview with journalist Giorgi Kokiashvili.
Topuria stated that if his wish comes true, it could go down in UFC history: "If a fight with Islam Makhachev takes place at the White House, it could be one of the biggest fights in UFC history. No one has fought for a third belt yet. Islam was completely dominant in the previous weight class and has now moved up a level. That's why this fight will be magnificent and unforgettable."
It should be noted that the UFC tournament will be held for the first time at the US President's residence - the White House. The night, which will take place on June 14, 2026, will be dedicated to the 250th anniversary of US independence.
Let us remind you that Islam Makhachev will compete in a title fight in the welterweight division against Australian Jack Della Maddalena on November 16 at the "UFC 322" tournament in New York, USA.