Justin Gaethje won the UFC interim lightweight title for the second time when he defeated Paddy Pimblett via unanimous decision in the main event of UFC 324 on Jan. 24 inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. It was his 10th win under the Las Vegas-based promotion since his debut in July 2017.
This latest victory has solidified Gaethje’s position as a top name in BetMGM’s online sportsbook via the UFC odds because of his exciting fighting style. What’s next for “The Highlight”?
When Is Justin Gaethje’s Next Fight?
Gaethje’s next confirmed opponent is the reigning UFC lightweight champion, Ilia Topuria, in a unification title match at the UFC Freedom 250 card on Sunday, which takes place inside the White House in Washington.
Justin Gaethje’s MMA Record and Statistics
- MMA record: 27-5
- Wins by TKO/KO: 20
- Wins by submission: 1
- Wins by decision: 6
- Striking accuracy: 60%
- Significant strikes landed per minute: 7.46
- Significant strikes absorbed: 7.85
- Takedown average per 15 minutes: 0
- Submission average per 15 minutes: 0
- Takedown accuracy: 0
- Significant strikes defense: 55%
- Takedown defense: 75%
- Knockdown average: 0.78
- Average fight time: 9:37
Justin Gaethje’s Notable Wins
Gaethje’s UFC wins include big-time names such as Michael Johnson, James Vick, Edson Barboza, Donald Cerrone, Tony Ferguson, Michael Chandler, and Dustin Poirier.
Justin Gaethje’s UFC Earnings
Gaethje’s estimated UFC career earnings have reached $8.3 million, including his base pay, pay-per-view points and performance bonuses. His biggest single-fight salary came in April 2024 when he fought Holloway and bagged $2.3 million.
Justin Gaethje’s Team and Corner
Gaethje originally trained under the Fight Elevation Team in Denver, Colorado, where Vinnie Lopez and Justin Houghton served as his striking coaches. But Gaethje decided to move under Trevor Wittman’s team, alongside Kamaru Usman and Rose Namajunas, to form ONX Sports.
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