UFC White House Official Breaks Silence After Ilia Topuria Accuses Justin Gaethje of Cheating
Andy Foster said Justin Gaethje’s gloves were inspected and fully legal after Ilia Topuria alleged they were loaded in their June title fight.
- California State Athletic Commission executive director Andy Foster dismissed Ilia Topuria's allegations that Justin Gaethje used loaded gloves during their June bout at UFC Freedom 250, confirming the equipment was inspected and fully legal.
- On Wednesday, Topuria wrote on X, "Next time I'll make sure they check Justin's gloves so he doesn't put anything weird on them," attributing severe eye bruising to alleged tampering.
- Foster explained that while foreign objects are a concern in boxing, they are impractical in MMA, noting boxing gloves range from eight to 12 ounces whereas standard MMA gloves are only four ounces.
- Observers suggest Topuria's accusations serve a strategic purpose to "get under his skin" and secure a rematch, though Gaethje has previously dismissed similar allegations as "what a compliment."
- The UFC has not announced a rematch between the two fighters, and with other contenders like Arman Tsarukyan awaiting title opportunities, Topuria's path to another shot remains uncertain.
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