UFC at the White House: Date, Fight Lineup, Live Stream Details, and Event Information
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The UFC is set to make history next year with the first-ever event held at the White House, the home of the President. The proposed lineup for the UFC White House card in 2026 is not finalized yet, but UFC president Dana White has set high expectations, calling it potentially "the best card we’ve ever done."
While there is speculation around fighters like Kayla Harrison and Conor McGregor, the official UFC White House card remains unannounced and is expected to develop closer to the event date.
Jon Jones, once considered a dream main event star for the card, has been ruled out by Dana White as too risky due to his past issues. However, Jones himself remains interested and active in training, expressing his desire to fight at the White House event.
Other potential fighters who could headline or feature prominently include Harrison, a bantamweight champion and former two-time Olympic judo gold medalist. Suitable opponents for her remain uncertain beyond a possible title fight rematch with Amanda Nunes or a fight with Cris Cyborg.
Rumored top contenders mentioned informally include McGregor, Justin Gaethje, Jorge Masvidal, and Nate Diaz, but no official fight matchups have been confirmed.
Justin Gaethje is scheduled to compete at the UFC White House card, but his opponent is yet to be announced.
The event will take place on the south lawn of the White House, with the White House and Washington Monument as the backdrop, making it a unique spectacle.
The main event of the UFC White House card is scheduled to be a title fight between Tom Aspinall, the new undisputed UFC Heavyweight Champion following Jon Jones' retirement, and Jones himself, if he manages to re-enter the UFC's competition pool.
Ronda Rousey, who has been away from MMA for nine years, has been linked with a potential return for the White House card. Valentina Shevchenko and Erin Blanchfield are scheduled to compete for the Women’s Flyweight Title at the event.
Trump's association with the UFC dates back to 2001, when the now-closed Trump Taj Mahal hosted UFC 30 and 31. Trump has attended several UFC events, including UFC 316 in New Jersey in June.
Sean O'Malley and Cory Sandhagen are also scheduled to compete at the UFC White House card. The co-main event of the card will feature Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler.
Dana White has not ruled out the possibility of McGregor and Jones both competing at the White House.
In summary, while the official UFC White House card remains unannounced, the event promises to be a historic one, with high-profile fighters and a unique setting. Stay tuned for more updates as the event approaches.
[1] UFC White House Card 2026: Rumors, Potential Lineup, and Updates
[2] UFC to Make History with White House Event in 2026
[3] UFC White House Card: Who Could Headline or Feature Prominently?
[4] Jon Jones Eyes White House Event Return Despite Dana White's Reservations
- Despite football not being mentioned in the text, it could be a fascinating contrast to have the UFC White House card in 2026, with the White House and Washington Monument as backdrop, followed by the Super Bowl the following weekend, showcasing two completely different yet popular sports.
- While the UFC White House card is making headlines, other major sports like the F1, MLB, MMA (specifically, boxing), and NFL are also progressing, with their own exciting events and developments.
- If Ronda Rousey decides to make a comeback, it would be an unprecedented event, similar to the time when Trump was associated with the UFC, as he hosted UFC 30 and 31, marking a notable interweaving of celebrities and sports.
