Dana White denies plans for Islam Makhachev vs. Ilia Topuria fight

Ilia Topuria will headline the UFC White House card against Justin Gaethje in a lightweight title unification bout, as Dana White dismissed rumors of a potential matchup with Islam Makhachev. White explained that both Topuria and Gaethje were late additions to the card due to a fight falling through just before the event. Meanwhile, Makhachev, the welterweight champion, is currently sidelined due to hand injuries and observing Ramadan.

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