Justin Gaethje has a limited number of fights to offer fans.
The UFC Octagon will host the next big assignment for the popular American.
On January 24, ‘The Highlight’ will kick off the promotion’s new era on Paramount+ in competition for interim lightweight gold. Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett will headline UFC 324 in Ilia Topuria’s absence, as the champion takes a hiatus due to personal reasons.
That booking means the 37-year-old has somewhat gotten his wish, after Gaethje threatened to retire if the UFC did not give him the next title shot following Topuria’s knockout against Charles Oliveira.
Recent developments have extended the ex-interim champ’s career, but he is still close to the end.
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'The Highlight' will look to add another memorable win to his record against Paddy Pimblett at UFC 324.
Justin Gaethje, left, celebrates his win against Michael Johnson in 2017. Justin Gaethje is in the cage, preparing for his fight with Rafael Fiziev 2025. Photo credit: Brandon Magnus/Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC.
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