Where do you fall on this Justin Gaethje issue? [18][19] Gaethje also played football and baseball in high school. I make money. Fiziev is currently ranked No. You want to clinch with him? It's just didn't matter. [22] As a freshman, Gaethje had an 189 record, including a third-place finish at the Oregon Wrestling Classic. [21] He initially applied to a small college in Arizona as he wanted to stay close to his family, but instead accepted an offer from the NCAA Division I program at the University of Northern Colorado. PROTIP: Oliveira rocked Gaethje with the first punch he threw and scored an exciting first-round finish. Justin Ray Gaethje was born on November 14, 1988, in Safford, Arizona. I just showed a picture of Justin last fight and this baby picture to my chick who has never seen a fight. Next fight, Id get paid the same. Are you saying all Russians look alike? shooting guns at the Russian Special Forces University in Chechnya, the UFC also recently came under fire after he was seen attending the UFC 280 pay-per-view alongside Khamzat Chimaev in October, Amanda Nunes Title Defense Targeted For UFC 285, Planned Opponent Revealed, Jon Jones Speaks On Francis Ngannous UFC Release, Francis Ngannou Addresses Viral PFL Shirt Picture & Speculation, Francis Ngannou Opens Up On UFC Departure, Responds To Dana White. The mere fact that the trip happened is suspicious in the eyes of many. [14] He also has a twin brother, Marcus John Gaethje, who worked at the Morenci mine for almost 10 years. I also like to shoot guns.. The news was first. However, his win didnt impress many fans and even UFC stars. By Drew Beaupr January 14, 2023 (Zuffa LLC/Associated Press) A lightweight bout between Justin Gaethje and Rafael Fiziev is close to being finalized for UFC 286 in London. [35], Gaethje was signed by the World Series of Fighting on December 2, 2012,[36] and made his debut on March 23, 2013 at WSOF 2 against Gesias Cavalcante, finishing the fight in the first round through TKO (doctor stoppage) after opening a cut above Cavalcante's left eye. Powered by. He hasnt fought in so long. Took her about a second and a half. [33] On the regional circuit in Colorado and Arizona, Gaethje compiled an undefeated 7-0 professional record, with 6 stoppage wins. Added "[74], Gaethje was scheduled to fight Al Iaquinta on August 25, 2018, at UFC Fight Night 135. Perhaps that's why he exploded as an underground, grassroots sensation on the independent circuit. Former interim lightweight champion Gaethje was last seen in action against former champion Charles Oliveira in May at UFC 274. He finished the season with a 144 record and was named to the Western Wrestling All-Conference First Team. The title fight is set and somebody needs to fight the winner of that fight. Former UFC heavyweight champion Bas Rutten revealed the advice he gave to Justin Gaethje a few years ago. That includes Khamzat Chimaev, Henry Cejudo and formerly Khabib Nurmagomedov. Gaethje was deducted one point in round 3 for an eye poke. Now he became a better fighter because of it.. Went for the kids birthday party. "This guy's worked hard, and he feels like he's in a position right now to fight lesser competition for more money. Gaethje defended his title by stopping Palomino via TKO in the third round after a combination of leg kicks and punches. [76] Gaethje rebounded from his two losses in emphatic fashion, winning the fight by knockout in the first round. Everyone wants this fight, Dana White wants this fight. With no striking background, Justin immediately went for a . Justin Gaethje discusses his May 7 matchup against lightweight champion Charles Oliveira at UFC 274 in Phoenix. Just Scrap Radio Ep. [67] Gaethje lost the competitive fight by KO in the third round, the first loss of his MMA career. Top-ranked lightweight contender Justin Gaethje discusses the recently reported title fight and his place inside the division. [39], The three stoppage victories secured Gaethje a shot at the inaugural WSOF Lightweight Championship, in the headline bout of WSOF 8 against Richard Patishnock on January 18, 2014. He currently competes in the Lightweight division in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). They'll have to run, literally run, backwards. Former UFC interim lightweight champion Justin Gaethje appears to be on a collision course with streaking Rafael Fiziev, the latter told Captain Hardcore in a recent interview.. Fiziev has been . "The Highlight" explains to Yahoo Sports' Kevin Iole why the fight versus. Recently, Ankalaev lost a championship opportunity, as his title fight at UFC 282 ended in a controversial draw. 2023 Getty Images. In response to Gaethjes defense, however, some pointed out that attending Kadyrovs sons birthday party and interacting with him, which many perceived as a display of public support, is still worthy of the same criticism. Also, itll bring me closer to the title. They are simply fighters. Gaethje slammed Pimblett for his performance and also took a subtle dig at the Barstool Sports representatives. Would love your thoughts, please comment. When I do get hit, I feel like I'm setting myself up for big shots.". [96] After a back-and-forth fight, Gaethje won the bout via unanimous decision despite knocking Chandler down and nearly finishing him in the second round. About I'm Literally the Guy in the Pic, also known as Why Can't I Find a Guy Like This?, is a series of photoshopped tweets based off a Twitter exchange between users @reganslatic and @McCartyConnor, in which the latter claims to be a person seen in a photograph posted with the message "Why can't I find a guy like this ugh." Recommended videos Apr 15, 2021 at 06:26AM EDT A former NCAA All-American wrestler at theUniversity of Northern Colorado, Gaethje could easily take that approach too. And I was far sighted in one eye and nearsighted in another eye. A cold, deep void, bottomless and unyielding. Ataman then went on to explain why he was so interested in fighting Gaethje. 'r' So, you want to be as calm as possible. Much of the decision-making process, Gaethje said, is out of his control. I told him way before because he used to fight for the World Series of Fighting (WSOF) and I was the commentator for that. A song of violence, of blood, of danger and despair. If. Each of his World Series of Fighting bouts was a reunion of sorts for the sport's hardcore fans who saw glimpses of the familiar in his uncomplicated approach. In recent days, the two men have taken to arguing about who is the more violent fighter. There are many things which go into making Justin Gaethje perhaps the most destructive force in combat sports today. [55] However, the bout was cancelled on the day of the event as Dugulubgov was stricken with illness. Like a horror-movie villain, Gaethje thrives on this fear, stalking, ever stalking, until a man has no choice but to stand and fight. Gaethje is a flawed, reckless fighter. For now, Gaethje isnt too concerned about what the future holds. I'm 6'2 185. [73] It was revealed after the fight that Gaethje's leg kicks had caused a partial tear of Poirier's quadriceps femoris muscle. Please check your email for a confirmation. "I mean if they cover the cost of the training camp then I'm in. Replying to @Justin_Gaethje Here he broke he's leg 26 replies 102 retweets 1,465 likes Arun Sohal @arunsohal88 Jul 10 There is no irony here brotha, that is a serious injury. [72] Sherdog named Gaethje vs. Poirier as the best fight of 2018. He's what politicians feared when they banned the sport of mixed martial arts across the country in the 1990s, a man unafraid of his own potency and the potential consequences of his actions, comfortable with the problems his sledgehammer fists create every time he touches another man's body. [68] The fight also earned him his second consecutive Fight of the Night bonus award. A video of all combat sports personalities testing out guns in Chechen also went viral on the internet. Gaethje is being quiet, Ali Abdelaziz tried to say something. Subsequently, many fighters took to their official social media accounts and shared their opinion about the outcome of the fight. Taking time away to recover from a freak bicycle accident, Gaethje knows he's 'two impressive wins' away from a . Justin Gaethje has gone after Barstools Dave Portnoy after it was claimed that he visited Chechnya at the invitation of Ramzan Kadyrov. Thats the reason why I never wanted to wrestle. [13], Gaethje began wrestling at the age of four. The two knockouts Rutten references are the TKO loss to Dustin Poirier and the knockout defeat to Eddie Alvarez. Go Fuck yourself.. You need to be calm at all times. [66] The bout with Alvarez took place on December 2, 2017, at UFC 218. Wittman stated, "I asked him after those two losses, 'Is your purpose still to be the most exciting fighter in the world?' Gaethje, 34, is coming off his second UFC title fight loss when he was submitted by Charles Oliveira at UFC 274 in May 2022. I wouldnt be against it, ultimately I want to fight Khabib, I have to fight Khabib, if thats ultimately how it goes down then I will only be mad at myself if Im not ready for it.. They are still doing what theyve been doing. Justin Ray Gaethje (/ e d i /; born November 14, 1988) is an American professional mixed martial artist.He currently competes in the Lightweight division in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). What is your reaction to Gaethjes tweets? I have a fight on my contract. The UFC has two scheduled pay-per-view events for March. He said to Brett Okamoto of ESPN in 2020, "I worked seven days a week, 12 hours every day. I had horrible vision. It's from that acceptance that greatness springs, allowing him the freedom to throw himself into harm's way, betting big that he will finish you before you can end him. They said either of those, March 4th or 18th. Fiziev went on to say that the promotion appears all in on the contest while Gaethje has remained quiet., I like that the UFC supported this fight from the beginning, Fiziev said. The sport as it exists in 2017 is mostly a 25-minute exercise in avoiding problems. Were waiting for the contract to make it official. You know what it is, financially its commitment, train for a fight, especially a fight like that. #daveyhighroad https://t.co/TiuBhAnnrp. Fight of the Year (2021). Thats my job now.. 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In an appearance on the PBD Podcast, Rutten opened up on urging the human Highlight reel to change his aggressive fighting style before he made his way to the UFC. Former UFC heavyweight champion Bas Rutten revealed the advice he gave to Justin Gaethje a. He scaled at 158.8 lbs, nearly 4 lbs over the 155 lb limit, and 50% of his purse went to Gaethje. A former NCAA All-American wrestler at the, "When you fight me, you aren't going to be able to be so careful," he told me in a, In a sense, Johnson was exactly right. 105 with Julian Erosa, David Feldman, Cody Brundage, Bryan Battle, Journey Newson, and Saidyokub Kakhramonov, Dana White implores fans to call the commission over concerns that the Paddy Pimblett vs Jared Gordon fight was rigged. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. You want to be able to talk to your kids once you have kids. "[116], Gaethjealong with UFC President Dana White, fighters Colby Covington and Henry Cejudo, and manager Ali Abdelazizattended a rally for President Donald Trump in September 2020, with the fighters being acknowledged by the President. You'll be right back here." Never heard Im glad its at 170. Powered by. [83] The win also earned Gaethje his third Performance of the Night bonus award. [114], Gaethje underwent a photorefractive keratectomy in 2016 to correct his eyesight. He'll need all of them. [23][24][25] Gaethje dropped down to the 149 lb division for his senior year, but had struggles with weight cutting. UFC 274: Justin Gaethje's path to becoming one of UFC's iconic fighters. His mother, Carolina (ne Espinoza), is of Mexican descent from Sonora, Mexico and his father, John Ray Gaethje, is of German descent. Stipe Miocic Open To Francis Ngannou Trilogy In Boxing, UFC 283 Media Day: Teixeira/Hill, Figueiredo/Moreno Face Off, UFC Vegas 283 Sleeper Scrap: Gregory Rodrigues vs. Brunno Ferreira, Bo Nickals UFC Debut Now Set For UFC 285, Report: Valentina Shevchenkos Return Set For UFC 285. But he also does a ton of things which get him into trouble and force him to fight uphill. He has stated his intention to do social work with at-risk youth. The warlord also demanded an apology from the UFC president in a telegram post. Usman otoh looks how I would look if I worked out like a pro athlete (everyday, eat right, have trainers, etc). Come on guy, you wont show me one picture or video of me with the guy you taking about. [31] After improving his grades, Gaethje made his amateur debut during the pre-season of his sophomore year (08'-09') on August 2, 2008, where he scored a slam knockout on his opponent. A man of Gaethje's ability who fought more conservatively might not get the knockouts, but he would be cruising past the competition with little difficulty. Ombliguitoo 3 yr. ago He's got that dog in him. Within two months, the tweet gained over 5,000 likes and 1,400 retweets. @Justin_Gaethje discusses where he fits into the UFC lightweight landscape and his conditions for being a backup for Khabib vs Ferguson #TLTS@lthomasnews pic.twitter.com/6lK65IySbe, MMA on SiriusXM (@MMAonSiriusXM) December 3, 2019. There's different ways to alleviate some of the force of a punch besides just getting out of the way. One more thing. "[118], UFC interim Lightweight Champion and further title contention, Oliveira missed weight (155.5 lb) and was stripped of the. On September 6th, 2016, Twitter user @McCartyConnor[3] replied to the tweet with "hey," @reganslatic replied with "no" and @McCartyConnor responded, "I'm literally the guy in the pic" (shown below). pic.twitter.com/4ITwLdCk73. 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