Gaethje Won’t Retire Yet, Eyes Bigger Fights and Equity
TL;DR
Justin Gaethje says he’s not retiring after his fourth-round TKO of Ilia Topuria to win the undisputed lightweight title at UFC Freedom 250, though retirement was on his mind; he won’t pursue an immediate Topuria rematch and is weighing opponents like Arman Tsarukyan, a Oliveira rematch, or the McGregor–Holloway winner, while also pushing for higher pay and even UFC equity to secure his legacy.
- Justin Gaethje opts against UFC retirement, rejects Ilia Topuria rematch MMA Junkie
- UFC lightweight champion Justin Gaethje 'planning' to fight again ESPN
- Justin Gaethje has no plans to retire after beating Ilia Topuria at UFC Freedom 250 for lightweight title CBS Sports
- Justin Gaethje Makes Announcement On His Fighting Future After Win At UFC Freedom 250 Forbes
- ‘I stopped him twice that night’: Justin Gaethje doubles down on Ilia Topuria not deserving rematch after UFC White House MMA Fighting
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