The UFC star famous for his electrifying fight style, Justin Gaethje, significantly influences life beyond the octagon by providing low-income students with college scholarships. Publicly, he has said he contributes a large part of his fight pay to help poor students otherwise unable to attend school. The UFC Lightweight fighter feels education might alter lives, much as sports changed his life.
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Backgrounds and Driving Power
From his background, Gaethje values learning. Raised by a teacher, his mother valued knowledge. Limited opportunities around Safford, Arizona, where he grew made wrestling an essential means for him to pay for a college education. He went on a wrestling scholarship at the University of Northern Colorado, where he did well and subsequently moved into mixed martial arts.
Gaethje stresses the need to give back in his own words: “I provide scholarships for pupils in need of what the UFC pays me”. This comment reveals his wish to relieve some of that weight as well as his knowledge of the financial difficulties several students encounter.
Community Impact
Showing his commitment to supporting children in need, Gaethje has also volunteered in other charitable activities such as clearing out lunch debts for Denver students. His charity activities emphasize a more general dedication to social responsibility and community service as well as his great amount of free will.
By means of these efforts, Justin Gaethje shows how athletes may use their success to help society by becoming not just a UFC champion but also an advocate for education and opportunity.
What is next for Justin Gaethje after UFC 313 win
Justin Gaethje has set himself up for a possible title shot in the light division following his win at UFC 313. Gaethje’s unanimous decision over Rafael Fiziev spurred him to want to fight for the title against Islam Makhachev. Through a public address to UFC President Dana White, he stressed this goal by saying,
“I won three out of my last four matches only losing in an exhibit fight. I have to battle for the belt”.
Possible Next Fights
Islam Makhachev: Gaethje wants to fight Makhachev for the lightweight championship. Javier Mendez, Makhachev’s coach, pointed out that “The Highlight” would be a perfect adversary considering his ranking and last matches. During the post-fight press conference, UFC President Dana White also recognized Gaethje’s argument for a title shot.
Rematch with Max Holloway: If Holloway does not get a bout against Dustin Poirier, who wants to retire, a fight with Holloway might also be up for Gaethje. “The Highlight” will then get an opportunity to get the BMF title back that he lost at UFC 300.
Another lightweight division challenger is Ilia Topuria, who recently moved from featherweight and could vie for the title. Topuria might need to take another bout before getting his championship shot if he is not given title priority.
Prospects for the Future
Ruling out a trilogy matchup with Dustin Poirier, Justin Gaethje says he does not think it is currently needed for either fighter. Focused on obtaining a title shot, he is willing to rush back into training to get ready for his following match. Though the timetable for Makhachev’s next fight is unknown, it could happen later this summer, hence offering Gaethje a chance to present his case in the meantime.
Justin Gaethje is actively going after a title shot against Islam Makhachev following his most recent UFC 313 victory. With contenders like Charles Oliveira and Arman Tsarukyan waiting in the queue, it might become difficult for “The Highlight” to get a lightweight title opportunity next. With all that said, the UFC officials will take the final call and we can wait for their announcement regarding same.
Aditya Khare