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sports22 days ago•1 min saved

Gaethje dismisses Topuria's gloves-cheating accusation after White House bout

Justin Gaethje rejected Ilia Topuria's insinuation that he cheated to win their June UFC Freedom 250 bout on the White House lawn, with Gaethje securing the undisputed lightweight title as Topuria retired in round four due to an eye injury. Topuria later teased a return and floated the glove-cheating claim, which Gaethje dismissed as a lame excuse. A potential rematch remains possible, and there has been talk that the winner could earn a future title shot.

via BBC|

#gaethje #gloves-claim #mma

sports22 days ago•1 min saved

Gaethje shrugs off glove-claim as rematch talk swirls

Gaethje dismissed Ilia Topuria’s accusation of loaded gloves after their UFC White House win, calling it a lame excuse as rematch chatter grows. He says he’s enjoying being the champ and would consider a second fight if the UFC books it, potentially in early 2027, while Topuria recovers from facial fractures and eyes another bout.

via MMA Fighting|

#gaethje #mma #rematch

sports22 days ago•1 min saved

Gaethje Open to Topuria Rematch After Glove-Accusation Drama

Gaethje says he would entertain a rematch with Ilia Topuria after Topuria accused him of glove manipulation following their June bout. Topuria has been cleared to return from injuries, and UFC officials have floated the rematch as a strong option, with Dana White calling it a “great” possibility and Jon Anik noting internal talks about the bout.

via MMA Junkie|

#gaethje #mma #rematch

sports22 days ago•2 min saved

Topuria Accuses Gaethje of Glove Cheating After Freedom 250, Hints at Rematch

After losing to Justin Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250, Ilia Topuria accused Gaethje of glove manipulation, vowed to have gloves checked in a potential rematch, and shared a positive injury update noting facial damage including orbital bone fractures that did not require surgery.

via Bleacher Report|

#gaethje #glove-cheating #mma

sports-mma1 month ago•2 min saved

Gaethje exposes Topuria's predictable rhythm to win UFC lightweight title

Justin Gaethje defeated Ilia Topuria by fourth-round corner stoppage at UFC White House to capture the undisputed lightweight title, saying Topuria’s unchanging footwork and a prep mindset built on replicating past performances left him open to timing and disruption; Gaethje also hinted he may not fight again this year.

via MMA Fighting|

#gaethje #ilia-topuria #lightweight-title

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Anik Teases Gaethje-Topuria II as UFC Explores Rematch

UFC lead commentator Jon Anik suggested on his ANIK BROS channel that the promotion is discussing a potential Gaethje vs. Topuria rematch, a blockbuster notion after Gaethje defeated Topuria to win the undisputed lightweight title; Topuria is returning from injuries and would need a strong run to earn another title shot, while Gaethje has left retirement on the table, making the rematch far from certain but highly anticipated.

via Bloody Elbow|

#gaethje #jon-anik #rematch

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Gaethje to Sit Out 2026, Eyes 2027 Return After Hand Injuries

Gaethje says his hands are still hurting from his two 2026 wins (Pimblett and Topuria) and he won’t fight again in 2026, instead weighing options with his team and family before deciding his next move; a Topuria rematch isn’t likely immediately, and the UFC will determine his next opponent, with a potential return in 2027 depending on recovery.

via MMA Fighting|

#gaethje #injury #mma

sports1 month ago•3 min saved

Makhachev questions Topuria's pre-fight bravado after Gaethje upset

UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev questions Ilia Topuria's pre-fight celebrations before his bout with Justin Gaethje, suggesting the party the night before cost him focus and contributed to Topuria's loss in the UFC White House main event. He argues Topuria underestimated Gaethje's durability, though he also says Topuria remains a talented fighter who could rebound if he refocuses.

via MMA Fighting|

#gaethje #ilia-topuria #islam-makhachev

sports3 months ago•2 min saved

McGregor tells Gaethje to 'join the queue' as he eyes a three-division title run

At UFC 329 media day, Conor McGregor brushed off Justin Gaethje's challenge, saying he isn't prioritizing a lightweight return and hints at pursuing a 'triple crown' by capturing titles in three divisions, while set to fight Max Holloway in the main event of UFC 329.

via MMA Junkie|

#gaethje #holloway #mcgregor

sports3 months ago•3 min saved

Holloway stays focused on McGregor as Gaethje hints at future rematch

Max Holloway is focused on his July 11 title fight against Conor McGregor at UFC 329, while Justin Gaethje’s win over Ilia Topuria at UFC White House has sparked talk of a possible Holloway–Gaethje rematch; Holloway praised Gaethje’s performance, noted the complexity of ‘MMA math,’ and said he’ll pursue his own path with UFC guiding the next steps after his win.

via MMA Fighting|

#gaethje #holloway #mcgregor

sports3 months ago•2 min saved

McGregor Seeks Fast Return and Possible Title Run After UFC 329 Setback

Conor McGregor is targeting quick activity upon his return at UFC 329 against Max Holloway, signaling openness to a welterweight title run despite being a former lightweight champion. He’s not fixated on any single opponent beyond staying busy, notes that there are several potential foes, and emphasizes he has two fights left on his UFC contract as he looks to “bring it all on.”

via MMA Fighting|

#conor-mcgregor #gaethje #mma

sports3 months ago•1 min saved

UFC White House spectacle draws 34 million global viewers as Gaethje claims lightweight title

The UFC's White House event drew an estimated 34 million viewers worldwide (17 million in the US/Latin America), with more countries reporting later; Justin Gaethje defeated Ilia Topuria by knockout to become the undisputed lightweight champion.

via MMA Fighting|

#audience #gaethje #ilia-topuria

sports3 months ago•3 min saved

Gaethje blocks immediate rematch with Topuria after dominant UFC Freedom 250 win

Justin Gaethje defeated Ilia Topuria at UFC Freedom 250, forcing Topuria’s corner to stop the fight in the fifth round and becoming the undisputed lightweight champion. He ruled out an immediate rematch, accusing Topuria of quitting twice and signaling he’ll pursue top contenders like Arman Tsarukyan, while also joking about compensation and even UFC equity as part of his post‑fight plans.

via MMA Mania|

#gaethje #mma #rematch

sports3 months ago•3 min saved

Gaethje Won’t Retire Yet, Eyes Bigger Fights and Equity

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.

via MMA Junkie|

#gaethje #ilia-topuria #mma

mma3 months ago•2 min saved

Gaethje doubles down: Topuria won’t get a rematch after UFC White House stoppage

Justin Gaethje says Ilia Topuria shouldn’t earn a rematch after his corner-stoppage TKO loss in the UFC White House main event, noting he “stopped him twice” and that Topuria appeared finished as the fight ended. Gaethje teased staying active but has no definite next opponent yet, explicitly stating Topuria won’t get a rematch and suggesting he should fight someone like Paddy Pimblett instead.

via MMA Fighting|

#gaethje #ilia-topuria #lightweight