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Dana White Approves Volkanovski vs. Gaethje Lightweight Title Fight, Cites Potential Roadblock

Dana White Approves Volkanovski vs. Gaethje Lightweight Title Fight, Cites Potential Roadblock
World Sports · 19:24:48 - Friday, 6 November 2026

UFC President Dana White has approved a lightweight title bout between featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski and former interim lightweight champion Justin Gaethje, according to a report from NY Fights. White indicated that the matchup is being targeted, though he also revealed a potential obstacle that could delay or prevent the fight from being finalized. Further details regarding the roadblock were not disclosed.

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