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On Sunday evening, the UFC held its “UFC Freedom 250” event on the White House lawn, with President Donald Trump in attendance. Among the several exciting finishes of the night was Sean O’Malley’s knockout victory over Aiemann Zahabi, in which O’Malley walked off following his finishing punch, as has become a signature throughout his career.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / June 15

Sean O’Malley’s Walk-Off KO Marred by 'Horrible Stoppage' Reactions at UFC White House

It’s been a while since Sean O’Malley knocked someone out. But that changed on Sunday night at the White House South Lawn. Facing No. 6 bantamweight Aiemann Zahabi, ‘Suga Sean’ surprised everyone with his return to form as he secured a second-round knockout win over the Canadian.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / June 14

Sean O'Malley Knocks Aiemann Zahabi out at UFC Freedom 250

The highest profile American fighter on Sunday's UFC Freedom 250 fight card was probably former bantamweight champion Sean O'Malley. "Suga" faced No. 6 ranked Aiemann Zahabi and hoped to build off his previous win Song Yadong.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 14

Aiemann Zahabi talks Dragon Ball Z, Naruto ahead of UFC bout

UFC bantamweight contender Aiemann Zahabi watches Dragon Ball Z and Naruto with his daughters between training camps. Zahabi sat down with MMA Fighting's José Youngs in Washington, D.C.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 14

Georges St-Pierre on Aiemann Zahabi vs Sean O'Malley strategy

Georges St-Pierre thinks Aiemann Zahabi has the tools to beat Sean O'Malley on Sunday, as long as he sticks to his game and does not overcomplicate things.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 13

Aiemann Zahabi unfazed by O'Malley striking ahead of UFC White House

Aiemann Zahabi does not care much for Sean O'Malley's standup game and plans to prove it Sunday at UFC White House. The Canadian bantamweight meets the former champion in Washington with an opportunity to extend his winning streak to eight and force his way into title contention.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 13

UFC Freedom 250 betting odds: O'Malley-Zahabi decision lock

MMA Mania is backing Sean O'Malley and Aiemann Zahabi to reach the judges' scorecards when they meet this Sunday at UFC Freedom 250, the promotion's unprecedented South Lawn showcase in Washington, D.C.

MMA News / MyMMANews.com / June 12

Aiemann Zahabi – 'My character influences how I make decisions'

Ahead of UFC Freedom 250 at the White House this Sunday, Firas Zahabi, Head Coach at Tristar Gym, and Aiemann Zahabi, talk through how they think about preparation at the elite level.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 12

Georges St. Pierre to corner Zahabi at UFC White House

Georges St. Pierre will attend UFC White House on Sunday and work the corner for Aiemann Zahabi, MMA Mania reports. The former two-division UFC champion has cornered Zahabi multiple times over the past year, including during the Canadian fighter's bout at UFC 315 in Montreal last May.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / June 11

Sean O’Malley vs. Aiemann Zahabi prediction, odds, pick for UFC Freedom 250

UFC Freedom 250: Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje continues with a fight between Sean O’Malley and Aiemann Zahabi in the bantamweight division on Sunday.

MMA News / HITC / June 6

UFC White House shocker: Aiemann Zahabi’s weird style might be Sean O’Malley’s worst nightmare

Aiemann Zahabi isn’t lacking any confidence in his stand-up skills ahead of June 14, and believes the talk around him being outgunned might be a bit off the mark.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / June 5

Sean O'Malley looking to knock Aiemann Zahabi out at the White House

Former bantamweight champion Sean O'Malley requested a fight against sixth-ranked Aiemann Zahabi for his last fight. He got Song Yadong instead. Zahabi picked up a win over former titlte challenger Marlon Vera in his last outing and called out O'Malley.

MMA News / MyMMANews.com / May 7

The Body Doesn’t Lie: How Biomarker Science Is Changing Elite Fight Camps

Ciryl Gane and Aiemann Zahabi are heading into UFC Freedom 250 with something most fighters don’t have: a window into their own physiology. There is a version of fight preparation that most fans never see.

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MMA News / Total Pro Sports / May 2

Sean O’Malley Drops Wild Million-Dollar Bonus Detail For White House Event

Sean O’Malley has a fight on the UFC’s most historically significant card. And he has already identified exactly what he wants to walk away from it with.

MMA News / HITC / April 22

Aiemann Zahabi says he hasn’t signed contract for Sean O’Malley fight at UFC White House

Aiemann Zahabi has said he’s yet to sign a contract for his fight at the White House. The Canadian bantamweight is set to face Sean O’Malley on a star-studded card taking place on the White House lawn in June.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / April 22

UFC White House star Aiemann Zahabi still hasn’t signed a contract for Sean O’Malley fight

Aiemann Zahabi has revealed that he is still yet to put pen to paper on a contract for his fight at the White House. The Canadian bantamweight is going to face Sean O’Malley on the star-studded and historic card on the White House lawn in June.

MMA News / Total Pro Sports / April 13

Who Is Aiemann Zahabi? Meet the Surging Contender Headlining the UFC White House Card

For years, Aiemann Zahabi floated under the radar in the bantamweight division. He was often overshadowed by bigger names. This includes his brother and renowned coach Firas Zahabi.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / March 12

UFC White House’s Aiemann Zahabi sends defiant response to Sean O’Malley mismatch claims

Aiemann Zahabi is not worried about what the odds say for his UFC White House fight. The bantamweight contender was among the more surprising names to feature when the June 14 card was unveiled during last Saturday’s UFC 326 broadcast.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / March 11

Sean O’Malley vs Aiemann Zahabi Set for Historic White House Card

Former UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley will compete on the historic White House card after all. O’Malley (19-3 MMA, 11-3 UFC) confirmed on his YouTube channel that he will face streaking contender Aiemann Zahabi at UFC Freedom 250 on June 14.

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MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 24

Aiemann Zahabi Responds to Being Mocked for His Callout, Reveals Why Sean O’Malley Should Fight Him Next

UFC No. 7-ranked bantamweight Aiemann Zahabi improved his six-fight win streak last weekend at UFC Vancouver. The 37-year-old managed to squeeze out a close split decision win over veteran Marlon ‘Chito’ Vera.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / October 23

Aiemann Zahabi Reveals Broken Forearm Suffered Mid-Fight in Win Over Marlon Vera

Fresh off the biggest win of his UFC career, Aiemann Zahabi disclosed he fought through a broken forearm to edge Marlon Vera by split decision at UFC Fight Night 262 then underwent surgery less than 48 hours later.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / October 18

Marlon ‘Chito’ Vera Admits Ego Cost Him Sean O’Malley Rematch Ahead of UFC Fight Night in Vancouver

“He’s been in a lot of wars. Chins don’t improve—they get worse over time,” Aiemann Zahabi said on Wednesday ahead of his UFC Fight Night clash in Vancouver against veteran Marlon ‘Chito’ Vera on October 18.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / October 16

Marlon Vera vs. Aiemann Zahabi prediction, odds, pick for UFC Vancouver

UFC Rio: Reinier de Ridder vs. Brendan Allen continues on the main card with a fight between Marlon Vera and Aiemann Zahabi in the bantamweight division on Saturday.

MMA News / MMA Knockout On SI / May 11, 2025

José Aldo retires following controversial UFC 315 defeat

UFC 315 marks the end of an era, all-time-great fighter José Aldo has laid down his gloves. Two-time champion, and Hall of Famer 'Junior,' put on a classic display, hurting Aiemann Zahabi in the third round and almost securing a finish, before tiring and almost forfeiting the fight.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / May 8, 2025

Jose Aldo vs. Aiemann Zahabi prediction, odds, pick for UFC 315

We’re back with another betting prediction and pick for the UFC 315 Main Card as we turn attention towards the Bantamweight (135) Division for this next bout between ranked talents.