Patryk Stachowiak
The UFC is about to do something that sounded impossible just a few years ago.
For the first time in promotion history, the Octagon is set to be installed on the South Lawn of the White House for UFC Freedom 250, a special event celebrating 250 years of American independence.
Backed by President Donald Trump and UFC CEO Dana White, the event has quickly become one of the most talked-about fight cards in combat sports. Championship fights, a historic venue, and a worldwide audience are all combining to create a genuine one-of-one spectacle.
So, when does it start, who is fighting, and how can you watch it? Here’s everything you need to know.
When Is UFC Freedom 250?
UFC Freedom 250 takes place on Sunday, June 14 in Washington, D.C.
For fans in the United Kingdom, the action spills into the early hours of Monday morning.
Main Card Start Time: 1:00 a.m. BST (Monday, June 15)
The event coincides with President Trump’s 80th birthday, adding another layer of attention to an already unprecedented night.
How To Watch UFC White House Fight In The UK
UK fans can watch UFC Freedom 250 live through multiple platforms.
Available broadcasters and streaming services:
TNT Sports
HBO Max
Paramount+ (where available)
Fans looking for live updates, results, and round-by-round coverage can also follow ESPN’s event coverage throughout the night.
In several countries across Eastern Europe, Central Asia, and the Philippines, the event will also be available through Setanta Sports and setantasports.com.
UFC White House Broadcasters By Country
| Country / Region | Main Card Time | Broadcaster / Streaming Platform |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland | 1am BST (Sunday) | TNT Sports |
| France, Switzerland | 2am CET (Sunday) | RMC Sport / DAZN, UFC FIGHT PASS (CH) |
| Germany | 2am CET (Sunday) | DAZN, UFC PPV on UFC FIGHT PASS |
| Austria | 2am CET (Sunday) | DAZN |
| Italy, Netherlands | 2am CET (Sunday) | HBO Max |
| Spain | 2am CET (Sunday) | HBO Max, UFC PPV on UFC FIGHT PASS |
| Czech Republic, Slovakia | 2am CET (Sunday) | Nova |
| Poland | 2am CET (Sunday) | Polsat Sport, UFC PPV on UFC FIGHT PASS |
| Denmark, Norway, Sweden | 2am CET (Sunday) | Viaplay |
| Finland | 3am EET (Sunday) | Viaplay |
| Iceland | 1am GMT (Sunday) | Viaplay; Prelims and Early Prelims on UFC FIGHT PASS |
| Hungary | 2am CET (Sunday) | NET4+ |
| Balkans | 2am CET (Sunday) | ARENA FIGHT TV |
| Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Estonia, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldova, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Philippines | — | Setanta Sports |
| Africa | 2am WAT / 3am SAST (Sunday) | SuperSport Action, UFC PPV on UFC FIGHT PASS |
| MENA | 4am GST (Sunday) | STARZPLAY; Early Prelims also on UFC FIGHT PASS |
| United States | 8pm ET / 5pm PT | Paramount+ |
| Canada | 8pm ET / 5pm PT | PPV; first two bouts simulcast on Sportsnet and TVA |
| LATAM including Mexico | 7pm CST | Paramount+ Spanish |
| Argentina | 9pm ART | Paramount+ Spanish |
| Brazil | 9pm BRT | Paramount+ Portuguese |
| Australia | 10am AEST / 8am AWST (Sunday) | Main Event on Foxtel, Kayo Sports; first two bouts simulcast on Paramount+ |
| New Zealand | 12pm NZT (Sunday) | SKY Arena, Sky Sports Now, UFC PPV on UFC FIGHT PASS |
| China | 9am HKT (Sunday) | Migu |
| Chinese Taipei | 9am HKT (Sunday) | Videoland |
| Hong Kong | 9am HKT (Sunday) | UTV |
| Malaysia | 9am HKT (Sunday) | Astro Supersport 5, Unifi TV |
| Mongolia | 9am HKT (Sunday) | Premiere Sports |
| Singapore | 9am HKT (Sunday) | Hub Sports, MIO SPORTS |
| India | 6:30am IST (Sunday) | Sony TEN 2 |
| Indonesia | 8am WIB (Sunday) | VIDIO |
| Japan | 10am JST (Sunday) | U-Next, UFC FIGHT PASS |
| Myanmar | 7:30am MMT (Sunday) | Canal+ |
| Pakistan | 6am PKT (Sunday) | Ten Sports |
| South Korea | 10am KST (Sunday) | TVN, TVN SPORTS, TVING |
| Thailand, Cambodia | 8am ICT (Sunday) | True Sports HD3 |
| Vietnam | 8am ICT (Sunday) | FPT |
| Rest of the World | Market dependent | Check UFC FIGHT PASS availability in your market |
Main Event: Ilia Topuria vs Justin Gaethje
The headline attraction sees undefeated lightweight champion Ilia Topuria defend his title against veteran fan favourite Justin Gaethje.
And make no mistake, this could be Gaethje’s final chance to capture undisputed UFC gold.
Topuria enters the contest with a flawless 17-0 record and arguably the most impressive run in mixed martial arts. His last three victories came via knockout against former UFC champions Alexander Volkanovski, Max Holloway, and Charles Oliveira.
Gaethje remains one of the sport’s most dangerous finishers, but the numbers paint a difficult picture. At 37 years old, he faces a champion eight years younger, undefeated, and currently ranked among the best pound-for-pound fighters on the planet.
If Gaethje can pull off the upset in front of the White House crowd, it would instantly become one of the biggest wins of his career.
UFC Freedom 250 Full Fight Card
Main Card
Ilia Topuria (C) vs Justin Gaethje – UFC Lightweight Championship
Alex Pereira vs Ciryl Gane – Interim UFC Heavyweight Championship
Sean O’Malley vs Aiemann Zahabi – Bantamweight
Preliminary Card
Derrick Lewis vs Josh Hokit – Heavyweight
Mauricio Ruffy vs Michael Chandler – Lightweight
Bo Nickal vs Kyle Daukaus – Middleweight
Diego Lopes vs Steve Garcia – Featherweight
Why Is The UFC Fighting At The White House?
The idea originated from President Donald Trump as part of the United States’ “Freedom 250” celebrations.
Trump announced plans to host a UFC championship fight at the White House grounds during a public speech, later receiving support from longtime friend Dana White.
The UFC sees the event as an opportunity to create one of the most iconic moments in company history.
A successful White House card could potentially break viewership records, generate one of the largest gates ever seen in combat sports, and further cement the UFC’s position as a global entertainment powerhouse.
Final Thoughts
Love it or hate it, UFC Freedom 250 is already one of the most ambitious projects in combat sports history.
From championship fights and heavyweight showdowns to a venue normally reserved for presidents and world leaders, the UFC White House event promises a night unlike anything fans have seen before.
Will Topuria continue his unbeaten run? Can Gaethje produce one final career-defining upset? And can the UFC pull off the biggest spectacle in its history?
We’ll find out when the Octagon lands on the South Lawn.
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