When is Justin Gaethje’s Next Fight?

Justin Gaethje reminded the MMA world that he is one of the most exciting lightweight fighters after beating fellow top contender Rafael Fiziev in the co-main event of UFC 286 via majority decision. The pair put on a spectacular fight, earning them an additional bonus as it was hailed as the fight of the night.

No doubt about it 🔥

💸 @Justin_Gaethje & @RafaelFiziev are taking home FOTN honors!

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— UFC (@ufc) March 19, 2023

This latest triumph cements Gaethje’s name as a perpetual favorite in BetMGM’s online sportsbook via the UFC odds because of his exciting fighting style, which lives up to his moniker of “The Highlight.” Additionally, he is a top contender in the stacked UFC lightweight division. The question now is, when will Gaethje be back inside the Octagon? And who will he face next?

When is Justin Gaethje’s Next Fight?

There is no name rumored next opponent for Justin Gaethje, but just like he stated in the post-fight interview, he is gunning for another title run. Gaethje’s next possible opponents could feature him in a rematch with two of his former tormentors, Dustin Poirier and Charles Oliveira.

Justin Gaethje MMA Record and Statistics

• MMA record: 24-4
• Wins by TKO/KO: 19
• Wins by submission: 1
• Wins by decision: 4
• 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 Notable Wins

Justin Gaethje’s UFC wins include big-time names such as Michael Johnson, James Vick, Edson Barboza, Donald Cerrone, Tony Ferguson and Michael Chandler.

Justin Gaethje UFC Earnings

Justin Gaethje’s estimated UFC career earnings have reached $4.7 million, including his base pay, pay-per-view points and performance bonuses. His biggest single-fight salary came in October 2020 when he fought Khabib Nurmagomedov and bagged $1.1 million.

Justin Gaethje Team and Corner

Justin Gaethje originally trained under Fight Elevation Team in Denver, Colorado, where Vinnie Lopez and Justin Houghton became his striking coach. But Gaethje decided to move under Trevor Wittman’s team, alongside Kamaru Usman and Rose Namajunas, to form ONX Sports.