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J. Gaethje (photo) is a former UFC interim lightweight champion. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
One of the most popular and tenacious fighters in the entire history of MMA, the trajectory of Justin gaethje It seems to be coming to an end. At 37 years old, the former interim lightweight champion (up to 70,3 kg) has the opportunity to reclaim the title when he faces... Paddy Pimblett in the main fight of UFC 324 Perhaps to fulfill the dream of unifying the titles with Ilia Topuria and become the world's top fighter in the category. For him, the fight against the Briton could be his last chance to rise to the top of the division.
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The fighter spoke about the subject in a video published on his official YouTube account this Monday (15). While driving, he acknowledged that the journey in one of the world's most brutal sports is in its final days, and winning the title of the world's largest MMA organization in the process would be a way to end his career on a high note.
“It would be foolish of me to think this is just the beginning of my career. This is my last chance, and the opportunity to end it the way I want is all I could wish for,” stated the fighter, who has victories against Dustin poirier, Edson Barboza e Tony Ferguson.
Justin gaethje says this is his last chance and he plans to finish his career the right way
"I'd be foolish to think this is the beginning of my career. This is my last chance, and this opportunity to finish my career off the way I want to is everything I could ask for.
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— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA) December 15, 2025
Gaethje's concern seems to be justified. Coming off a victory against Raphael FizievThe American avoided non-title fights and even stated that he would retire if he didn't get another opportunity. Part of the UFC since 2017, he competed for the undisputed title on two occasions, being submitted by... Khabib Nurmagomedov e Charles of the Bronx.
More recently, Ilia Topuria went so far as to say that even a victory for the former interim champion against Paddy Pimblett That might not be enough to guarantee unification.
Gaethje wants to confront Topuria in the White House.
J. Gaethje after UFC victory. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
At the same time, the fighter reflected on strategies to be followed throughout the fight and the possibilities that victory could bring to his career. Born in Arizona and an All-American in wrestling, he also expressed a desire to face Topuria at the White House.
“It’s impossible to be perfect all the time, and the challenge now is to be perfect for 25 minutes. When I fight perfectly, you need a lot of luck to beat me. I need to be perfect that night to knock out Paddy and secure my title shot at the White House event. That’s the best way to end my career.”
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