Gaethje celebrates victory in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC
The 'King' of the lightweight division (up to 70,3 kg), Justin Gaethje, once again provoked Ilia Topuria after the Georgian lost his title. The American, who defeated the former champion at UFC Casa Branca in June, did not hold back in his criticism of the former titleholder's behavior.
In an interview with the YouTube channel 'Flagrant', available this Wednesday (23), Gaethje recalled the moment experienced by Topuria before the defeat and pointed out a difference in the rival's posture after the setback. The current champion also questioned the image built by the Georgian throughout his rise in the UFC.
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“I think he created a false world, believing he was invincible, unbeatable. That’s not possible. Nobody is invincible. Throwing parties, updating his biography – it’s practically the same thing, only now as a loser,” said Justin Gaethje.
Gaethje's career in MMA
Gaethje promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC
At 37 years old, Justin Gaethje is the current undisputed lightweight champion and one of the most popular fighters in the organization. The American has a professional record of 28 wins and five losses, with 20 wins by knockout and two by submission, numbers that solidify his reputation as one of the most aggressive strikers in MMA history.
A two-time former interim champion in the division, 'The Highlight' is experiencing one of the best moments of his career after unifying the belt by defeating Ilia Topuria at UFC Casa Branca , expanding his legacy and reinforcing his status among the greatest lightweights of all time.
Topuria's career path in MMA.
Ilia Topuria promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/X/UFC
At 29 years old, Ilia Topuria is one of the leading names in the UFC and one of the most successful fighters of his generation. A professional since 2015, the Spaniard has a record of 17 wins and one loss, with seven wins by knockout and eight by submission. A former featherweight (up to 65,8 kg) and lightweight champion, he has achieved notable victories over Alexander Volkanovski , Max Holloway , Charles Oliveira , and Josh Emmett.
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