What happened: The medical suspensions for UFC Freedom 250 have been released, with headliners Ilia Topuria and Alex Pereira both facing potential 180-day layoffs. Both fighters require facial clearance from specialists before returning to the Octagon following their respective TKO losses on the South Lawn.

Why it matters: These suspensions could significantly delay the return of two of the UFC's biggest draws, particularly Topuria, who lost his undisputed lightweight title to Justin Gaethje. Pereira’s loss to Ciryl Gane also leaves the heavyweight title picture in flux as he recovers from facial trauma.

What to watch: Both fighters will undergo specialist evaluations in the coming weeks to determine if they can return sooner than the six-month maximum.