J. Gaethje (right) defeated M. Chandler (left) in the UFC 268. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
One of the biggest names in recent history in the UFC lightweight division (up to 70,3kg), Justin gaethje surprised by signaling when he intends to retire from MMA. At 34 years old, the fighter admitted that he does not want to extend his stay in the sport. Former interim Ultimate champion, the fighter spoke about his plans for the future.
“I would say that, at around 37, I no longer intend to fight. Now, I'm 34. I have two or three years left. It's too much. However, within the fight scenario, it's not much. I've been competing for 12 or 13 years, so now I'm heading towards the end of my career in the sport,” said Gaethje, in an interview with 'MMA fighting'.
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A standout in the UFC's lightweight division, Gaethje remains a star in one of the most competitive categories in MMA today. Today, the fighter occupies third place in the group led by Islam makhachev.
A reference in the division, Justin has a date and opponent for his second commitment in the 2023 season. UFC 291, the athlete stars in the show alongside Dustin poirier. The fighters compete for the vacant 'BMF' belt, the recently retired fighter's former title Jorge masvidal.
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