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Justin Gaethje Advised by Former Champ to Retire After UFC Freedom 250

Justin Gaethje Advised by Former Champ to Retire After UFC Freedom 250

Summary

Justin Gaethje won the UFC Lightweight Championship by defeating Ilia Topuria in a title unification fight at UFC Freedom 250. After the fight, former champion Demetrious Johnson advised Gaethje to retire while still at the top of his career.

Key Facts

  • Justin Gaethje beat undefeated Ilia Topuria in a UFC Lightweight Championship unification fight.
  • The fight took place outside the White House in Washington, D.C.
  • Topuria’s corner stopped the fight after the fourth round due to the damage he suffered.
  • Gaethje, age 37, became the undisputed UFC Lightweight Champion with this win.
  • Former UFC Flyweight Champion Demetrious Johnson suggested Gaethje should retire now to protect his health.
  • Gaethje has a career record of 28 wins and 5 losses, with 21 wins by knockout.
  • Gaethje declined to say whether he will retire, saying he promised to decide after the fight.
  • Johnson retired recently and will be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame in July 2024.
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