Justin Gaethje remains one of the most exciting fighters in the UFC Lightweight division. Can he secure another shot at the title?
Gaethje’s last fight at UFC 300 ended in a heartbreaking knockout loss against Max Holloway.
Before that, Gaethje defeated Rafael Fiziev at UFC 286, proving he's still among the best.
Gaethje is ranked #4 in the UFC Lightweight division. The champion, Islam Makhachev, remains dominant.
Gaethje faces Rafael Fiziev again at UFC 313 on March 8, 2025. A win could put him back in title contention.
A convincing win against Fiziev could set Gaethje up for a title eliminator or even a direct title shot.
Contenders like Charles Oliveira, Arman Tsarukyan, and Dustin Poirier make the lightweight division extremely competitive.
Gaethje’s performance at UFC 313 will determine if he gets one step closer to another title shot.
One big win could put Justin Gaethje back in the title picture. Can "The Highlight" rise again?