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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