UFC adds Josh Hokit vs. Derrick Lewis to Freedom 250 event at White House in June
Dana White made the announcement on Saturday night shortly after Hokit's win over Curtis Blaydes at UFC 327
franchisebaseball5.cbssports.comHere’s the latest I can share based on the most recent reporting:
- Josh Hokit vs Derrick Lewis was booked for UFC Freedom 250, described as a White House event in June 2026, following Hokit’s win over Curtis Blaydes at UFC 327.[2][3][5]
- The matchup was framed as a quick turnaround for Hokit (about two months after UFC 327) and a rebound opportunity for Lewis after a knockout defeat earlier in the year.[3][2]
- A number of outlets and reports confirmed the bout and noted the event would feature seven fights on the White House lawn, with Dana White announcing the booking around the time of UFC 327’s broadcast.[5][7][2]
Illustrative note:
- If you’re planning to follow it live, look for updates around the official UFC White House card announcements and post-fight press conferences for any changes to the lineup or venue logistics (as such event cards can shift in the run-up to the date).[7]
Would you like a concise timeline of the event, or a shortlist of sources to verify each claim? I can assemble that with direct quotes and dates.[2][3][7]