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Justin Gaethje screamed at referee for late stoppage after battering UFC Hall of Famer to KO win

Fans are accustomed to seeing Justin Gaethje backflipping off the Octagon after his UFC wins. ‘The Highlight’ went airborne after picking up a decision victory of Rafael Fiziev at UFC 313 last month.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / March 16

Justin Gaethje 'ideal' next matchup for Islam Makhachev, says coach

Islam Makhachev will defend his lightweight title against Justin Gaethje next, if his coach Javier Mendez has any say in the matter. The Dagestani is hoping to continue his reign of terror in the lightweight division and has several options of who his next fight may be.

MMA News / MMA on SI / March 15

Justin Gaethje shows off gnarly injury a week after fighting at UFC 313

It isn't a broken nose or busted lip that Justin Gaethje is sharing on social media a week after winning at UFC 313, but a rather unconventional injury that has fans wincing.

MMA News / MMA on SI / March 13

Daniel Cormier suggests Justin Gaethje run back ‘universally praised' UFC fight

If it's not a title shot against Islam Makhachev, Daniel Cormier believes he knows who Justin Gaethje should fight next. Gaethje reinserted himself into the lightweight title picture with a win on Saturday, a repeat decision over a game Rafael Fiziev at UFC 313.

MMA News / FirstSportz / March 13

'Got sent to shadow realm' – Justin Gaethje’s case for title fight gets dismissed as Arman Tsarukyan downplays UFC 313 performance

The UFC lightweight division drama shows no signs of slowing down. Stacked with absolute killers, top lightweights are desperate to get their hands on the title.

MMA News / MMA on SI / March 12

Rafael Fiziev shows off extra bonus after UFC 313 'Fight of the Night' with Justin Gaethje

No stranger to post-fight bonuses, Rafael Fiziev grabbed some extra compensation in a unique form after meeting Justin Gaethje in the co-main event of UFC 313.

MMA News / FirstSportz / March 12

UFC 313 victor Justin Gaethje getting a title shot is NOT fair, says Arman Tsarukyan

In the co-main event of UFC 313, fans saw Justin Gaethje winning against short-notice opponent Rafael Fiziev. ‘The Highlight’ failed to get a knockout, but still looked dangerous, and won the fight via unanimous decision.

MMA News / MMA on SI / March 11

Justin Gaethje calls Max Holloway loss ‘exhibition’ in hot pursuit of UFC title

Justin Gaethje has made his case to be Islam Makhachev's next title defense. It wasn't so long ago that the former UFC interim lightweight champion was on the road to gold, putting together back-to-back victories over Rafael Fiziev and Dustin Poirier in 2023.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / March 10

After his win at UFC 313, what’s next for Justin Gaethje?

This past Saturday in the co-main event of UFC 313, we saw a big time rematch in the lightweight division. Former interim champion Justin Gaethje (26-5) took on Rafael Fiziev (12-4) for a second time.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / March 10

Justin Gaethje: 'I'm the most exciting guy that's ever stepped in there'

The UFC 313 co-main event rematch between No. 3 ranked lightweight Justin Gaethje and No. 11 ranked Rafael Fiziev earned 'Fight of the Night' honors and largely lived up to the hype. Gaethje was originally scheduled to faced Dan Hooker but a hand injury forced Hooker out of the fight.

MMA News / MMA on SI / March 9

Justin Gaethje silences doubters, wins lightweight war in UFC 313 co-main event

Top lightweights Justin Gaethje and Rafael Fiziev met in a short-notice fight in the co-main event of UFC 313. Headlined by a light heavyweight title bout between Alex Pereira and Magomed Ankalaev, UFC 313 was also originally supposed to feature a matchup between Gaethje and #6-ranked lightweight contender Dan Hooker.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / March 9

UFC 313 Results: Justin Gaethje wins action-packed rematch against Rafael Fiziev

Tonight in the co-main event of UFC 313, we are going to see a rematch between two top ten lightweight contenders. Former interim lightweight and BMF champion Justin Gaethje (25-5) will take on a familiar foe in the returning Rafael Fiziev (12-3).

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / March 8

Gaethje Vs. Fiziev Predictions – ‘He Can Test The Chin’

Justin Gaethje takes on Rafael Fiziev in their lightweight rematch at UFC 313, as MMA insiders gave their take on the fight. Gaethje was forced to change his plans after his original opponent, Dan Hooker, pulled out of the fight due to a hand injury.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / March 7

UFC 313 Co-Main Event Preview and Prediction: Justin Gaethje – Rafael Fiziev 2

Tomorrow night in the co-main event of UFC 313, we are going to see a rematch between two top ten lightweight contenders. Former interim lightweight and BMF champion Justin Gaethje (25-5) will take on a familiar foe in the returning Rafael Fiziev (12-3).

MMA News / FirstSportz / March 7

Justin Gaethje retirement: ‘The Highlight’ hints at hanging gloves in UFC 313 lead up

Justin Gaethje is one of the most entertaining fighters on the current UFC roster with a massive fan following. ‘The Highlight’ has been part of several wars and never has boring fights.

MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / March 6

Justin Gaethje’s net worth in 2025

Justin Gaethje’s net worth in 2024 is $5 million. Gaethje is a professional mixed martial arts fighter in the UFC. He is a former UFC Interim Lightweight champion and a former UFC BMF title holder.

MMA News / FirstSportz / March 6

Justin Gaethje bashes ‘serial cheater’ Michael Chandler ahead of UFC 313

The UFC lightweight division is filled with absolute killers who are all fighting for the gold. There are veterans like Michael Chandler and Justin Gaethje, who have already fought each other.

MMA News / MMA on SI / March 5

Justin Gaethje names major mistake in Max Holloway KO at UFC 300

Justin Gaethje pinpoints what went wrong against Max Holloway. A lightweight gladiator known for throwing caution to the wind, Gaethje's had a more measured approach as of late.

MMA News / FirstSportz / March 5

Insider information on Justin Gaethje’s mindset after KO loss gets revealed ahead of UFC 313

Justin Gaethje is gearing up for his comeback that will take place this Saturday at the co-main event of UFC 313. The former lightweight title contender will take on an old rival, Rafael Fiziev, for three rounds and the hype is huge.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / March 4

Justin Gaethje willing to train FBI agents

Earlier this week, newly confirmed FBI Director Kash Patel stated that he'd like to call on the UFC to assist in training agents. Former interim lightweight champion and onetime 'BMF' titleholder Justin Gaethje is willing to step up to the call.

MMA News / MMA on SI / February 28

UFC star Justin Gaethje seeking 'huge win' in UFC 313 lightweight title shot push

It isn't too difficult to get former interim UFC lightweight and 'BMF' Champion Justin Gaethje fired up. Upon accepting a short-notice rematch in a three-round

MMA News / FirstSportz / February 28

Justin Gaethje makes demands clear after saving UFC 313 with short notice fight

Former BMF champion Justin Gaethje is all set to make his octagon return at the co-main event of UFC 313. Initially, the UFC booked him to face Dan Hooker, but Rafael Fiziev replaced the Kiwi fighter to face the ‘Highlight.’ Gaethje is confident about the fight and is already looking towards his future fight.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / February 26

UFC 313: Justin Gaethje now faces Rafael Fiziev in the co-main event

UFC 313 goes down next week from Las Vegas and the event has a new co-main event. Former interim champion Justin Gaethje (25-5) was supposed to face Dan Hooker (24-12) in a five-round co-main event.

MMA News / Field Level Media / February 25

Dan Hooker (hand) WDs from UFC 313 bout vs. Justin Gaethje

Dan Hooker has withdrawn from next month's UFC 313 lightweight fight against Justin Gaethje. Hooker disclosed a hand injury in a video with his daughter posted Tuesday on YouTube.

MMA News / Total Apex Sports / September 14

Justin Gaethje Predicts Career Finish After UFC 300 KO

Before UFC 300, Justin Gaethje was a BMF Champion of UFC. The contender of the main event was Max Holloway against Gaethje and at the end of the fight in a few seconds, Holloway knocked out Gaethje and earned his BMF Championship title along with lightweight contender No 1.

MMA News / Ringside Intel / September 14

Justin Gaethje ‘Itching’ to Return for One More Title Run

Justin Gaethje has earned his reputation for entertaining slugfests. But “The Highlight” knows that the end is approaching. While addressing the media