He finished the season with a 144 record and was named to the Western Wrestling All-Conference First Team. Oliveira rocked Gaethje with the first punch he threw and scored an exciting first-round finish. He tore my quad. Ombliguitoo 3 yr. ago He's got that dog in him. Non-title bout; Guillard missed weight (158.8 lb). Follow us on Facebook,Twitter, YouTubeandGoogle News. But he also does a ton of things which get him into trouble and force him to fight uphill. 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. 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The Best Selling PPV of 2022", Professional MMA record for Justin Gaethje, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Justin_Gaethje&oldid=1134020511, 2011 NCAA Division I Wrestling Championship, 2010 NCAA Division I Wrestling Championship, 2009 NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships, This page was last edited on 16 January 2023, at 16:47. Instead, he's a man on a mission to deliver violence in uncomfortable proximity, a fighter who starts in your face and makes a concerted effort to never allow you to be more than a couple of steps away. [109] Despite knocking down Oliveira twice, Gaethje lost the fight via rear-naked choke submission in round one. Hes just focusing on training until an offer comes his way. [67] Gaethje lost the competitive fight by KO in the third round, the first loss of his MMA career. If. Next fight, Id get paid the same. Years before Michael Chandler vs. Justin Gaethje was even a remote possibility, the two-time Bellator lightweight champion gave an assessment of the man he's about to face at UFC 268.. As a guest . Press I was told to get ready for March. Taking time away to recover from a freak bicycle accident, Gaethje knows he's 'two impressive wins' away from a . I told him, dude, stop that fighting style. I also like to shoot guns. [68] The fight also earned him his second consecutive Fight of the Night bonus award. Gaethje is being quiet, Ali Abdelaziz tried to say something. [37], On June 14, 2013, he fought Brian Cobb at WSOF 3, eventually winning via TKO from leg kicks in the third round. Until next week. "I mean if they cover the cost of the training camp then I'm in. Gaethje won by knockout 12 seconds into the first round. Browse 1,188 justin gaethje stock photos and images available, or start a new search to explore more stock photos and images. [90] This made Gaethje the only fighter in UFC history to win at least one fight night bonus in each of his first seven appearances. Although he is still a pressure fighter, Wittman said that Gaethje now takes fewer risks and is more selective about when to trade punches. [79] He won the fight via knockout in the first round. In his immediate response, Gaethje accused Portnoy of "slander," insisting that while he attended the birthday of one of Kadyrov's son, he never met the widely criticized dictator, whose. They are simply fighters. Het ontwerp van Getty Images is een handelsmerk van Getty Images. With Conor McGregor booked to fight Donald Cerrone and UFC lightweight champ Khabib Nurmagomedov slated to defend his title against Tony Ferguson, there arent many realistic options left for Gaethje (21-2 MMA, 4-2 UFC). "A lot of people say I'm reckless and I take too many shots," he told me. 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.. I had this coach in my last fight who came to me just before the fight, I went out. "I make money. Michael Johnson, Gaethje's opponent in his first UFC fight in July, saw all the flaws in his style. However, it's nothing in comparison to the impact Ramzan Kadyrov has had on mixed martial arts. Fight of the Year (2021). People are telling me @Justin_Gaethje was recently seen hanging out with a warlord accused of brutal crimes against humanity so its hypocritical for him to say we look bad for supporting Paddy when he supports a warlord. The result saw Kadyrovs fighter (Ankalaev) denied a UFC title, which the dictator ironically blamed on politics before demanding UFC change the result pic.twitter.com/zN3LMvXgI7, Karim Zidan (@ZidanSports) December 11, 2022. [71] The fight earned Gaethje his third consecutive Fight of the Night bonus award. However, his win didnt impress many fans and even UFC stars. But he's also the past. You expected a continuation of the meme, but it was me, EruditeEbert. Those fans? Autumn Able. While Gaethje is prepared to play the waiting game and await the title fight scheduled for April 2020, he told Luke Thomas that hes willing to be a standby substitute for the title fight, if the UFC is willing to pay up and cover the cost of his training camp. ", "Bonus Show: Wrestling Observer Newsletter Awards", "February 21, 2022 Observer Newsletter: 2021 Awards issue, Cody and Brandi Rhodes leave AEW", https://nwhof.org/NCAA-Brackets/PDF/NCAA-2011.pdf, https://nwhof.org/NCAA-Brackets/PDF/NCAA-2010.pdf, https://nwhof.org/NCAA-Brackets/PDF/NCAA%202009.pdf, "UFC 249 generates over 700,000 PPV buys on ESPN+", "UFC 254: Khabib vs. Gaethje reportedly sells 500K pay-per-view buys in the U.S.", "Midnight Mania! I'm more jacked than Justin although I'm sure I stand no chance against him in a 5 min sparring round where he was blindfolded. A leading source for MMA News since 2002. Gaethje himself spent a long summer there. He looks the exact same. Despite that, Gaethje defended his visit to the region ruled by the warlord on the grounds that he likes to shoot guns. Both sets of his grandparents for more than 50. Jim Miller hurt my calf really good, but nothing like that. Justin Gaethje (@Justin_Gaethje) December 12, 2022. [17] He still holds the seventh-most near falls (218) and the ninth-most team points scored (1057.5) in the history of the state as a wrestler. Haha so well said, and isnt this Kadyrovs son? In his sophomore season, he qualified for the 2009 NCAA Division I 157 lb Championship, where he posted a 02 record. [53][54], Gaethje was expected to defend the WSOF Lightweight Championship against Ozzy Dugulubgov at WSOF 33 on October 7, 2016. Do you believe hes telling the truth? I've never not wanted to win a belt, but I wanted to make money, and the surest way to make money in this sport was to be exciting." A fight with Gaethje doesn't look like anything else you'll see on a UFC card. [69] At the World MMA Awards, it was named the fight of the year. Ataman earned the biggest win of his career in July 2022 when he took out ex-lightweight king Rafael dos Anjos via fifth-round KO. [70] Gaethje said after the loss, "It was the time of my life. You're going in with Jon Jones, the best of all time." 152 [deleted] 3 yr. ago some people never age smh 30 MartyLakeBoozeMan 3 yr. ago Bout to take his bro to some dark places. Hes a strong fighter, its also something very interesting for me, something that brings me joy and makes me energetic. So tickets . He suffered a broken nose in the fight and after. British UFC fighter Paddy Pimblett recently bagged his fourth straight victory in the promotion at UFC 282 last weekend. I was there. I've gotten opportunities on the biggest stages because of the way I fight. He hasnt fought in so long. Its a dangerous fight for me. ALSO READ: VIDEO: Rare Joe Rogan in Cage Reaction to Paddy Pimbletts Controversial Win at UFC 282. Ive never seen anyone call out Gaethje. [88][89] He also continued his bonus award streak, earning the Fight of the Night and Performance of the Night awards. [92][93] He lost the fight via technical submission due to triangle choke in the second round, marking the first submission loss in his mixed martial arts career. Justin Ray Gaethje[1] (/edi/; born November 14, 1988) is an American professional mixed martial artist. [10][11] His mother was a postmaster while his father was a copper miner, as were both of his grandfathers. Hey, it's Michael. I think that equally skilled fighter, the guy with the more control is always going to win.. "[74], Gaethje was scheduled to fight Al Iaquinta on August 25, 2018, at UFC Fight Night 135. . [87] Gaethje dominated the fight, stopping Ferguson via TKO in the fifth round, and thus ending Ferguson's record of 12 wins in a row. UFC lightweight Justin Gaethje has defended himself after coming under fire for his recent trip to Chechnya, which reportedly came at the invitation of the republics dictator Ramzan Kaydrov. Gaethje dispatched Patishnock in the first round via TKO to become the WSOF Lightweight Champion. Im the guy waiting for the title shot, I got the winner of the fight in April as far as Im concerned. There's different ways to alleviate some of the force of a punch besides just getting out of the way. [77] He was also awarded a Performance of Night award, which meant he had earned five bonus awards in his four fights in UFC. He could use his grappling acumen to ensure he remains in control, piling up points carefully, striking only when expedient and safe. [78], Gaethje faced Edson Barboza on March 30, 2019, at UFC on ESPN 2. Come see me perform. "I take shots on the forehead. I don't absorb every single bit of the punch. With no striking background, Justin immediately went for a . He boasts a professional mixed martial arts record of 12-1, which includes eight wins via KO/TKO. Jokes shouldn't be made out of this. Honestly, being in front of that many people, being able to put my skills on the line at the highest level on a pay-per-view, all of those things, it was a dream come true for me. Fight of the Year (2017). to view the image gallery, 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. Making an appearance on The Luke Thomas Show on Sirius XMs Fight Nation, Gaethje said his place is being the guy waiting for the lightweight title shot while others fight for their spot within the division. Gaethje is the #2 ranked lightweight. His paternal grandfather boxed while serving in the United States Army. [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. Wittman stated, "I asked him after those two losses, 'Is your purpose still to be the most exciting fighter in the world?' I also like to shoot guns. [30], Gaethje first came into contact with mixed martial arts (MMA) as a freshman at the University of Northern Colorado, when he wrestled Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) fighters such as Georges St-Pierre, Clay Guida and future opponent Donald Cerrone. With MMA, there are egos involved. [76] Gaethje rebounded from his two losses in emphatic fashion, winning the fight by knockout in the first round. The latest addition to the UFC calls out Edson Barboza for his debut because he wants to fight the man who scares him most. [60] It was announced on May 12 that he would make his debut against the veteran Michael Johnson on July 7, at The Ultimate Fighter: Redemption Finale. 'r' In fact, I think I'd look more impressive. I think Im the next guy in line. Only when an opponent gets tired, impatient or sloppy do the modern greats strike. "He hasn't been with the bright lights, he's great at what he does, but he might be out of his league on this one.". I dont know nothing about it. On the other end, Gaethje (23-4) is coming off his second failed attempt at hoisting undisputed UFC lightweight gold. All rights reserved. The news was first. Gaethje won the fight in the first round via KO due to a slam after Croom attempted a submission. His mother was a postmaster while his father was a copper miner, as were both of his grandfathers. "When I take a right hand, I roll with it. He said to Brett Okamoto of ESPN in 2020, "I worked seven days a week, 12 hours every day. According to White, "The Predator," one of the fiercest heavyweights in UFC history, simply wants easier fights for more money. Are you saying all Russians look alike? [61] Gaethje won the back-and-forth fight via TKO in the second round through a combination of punches and knees. As of May 9, 2022, he is #3 in the UFC lightweight rankings.[8]. [45], He then went on to fight Luis Palomino at WSOF 19 on March 28, 2015. This article first appeared on BJPenn.com on 12/2/2019, Tony Ferguson and Khabib Nurmagomedov being booked for April 2020, Dustin Poirier believes Gaethje is the biggest threat, Corey Anderson vs. Jan Blachowicz headlines UFC New Mexico, Aniah Blanchard, daughter of Walt Harris, was shot to death, prosecutors seeking death penalty. Justin Gaethje. Justin Gaethje, thats a fighter whos always exciting, Rutten said. However, Gaethjes words didnt sit well with the Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy. Go F*ck Yourself." However, previously it was reported by the Bloody Elbow journalist that Justin Gaethje, Kamaru Usman, and Henry Cejudo met the warlord during their visit to Chechen. And I was far sighted in one eye and nearsighted in another eye. I had horrible vision. Subsequently, many fighters took to their official social media accounts and shared their opinion about the outcome of the fight. He battled Charles Oliveira in April 2022 at UFC 274 and lost in the first round after submitting to a rear-naked choke. When asked about the athletes who may perform better when angry, Rutten highlighted the fighting style of Wanderlei Silva. Jonathan Snowden covers combat sports for Bleacher Report. GAETHJE'S FIRST MMA contest was an amateur bout in August 2008, in an outdoor boxing ring in Denver.. Afnan has written over 900 articles about combat sports before joining The SportsRush. Let us know your thoughts on this down in the comments, BJPENN Nation! I have a fight on my contract. When I do get hit, I feel like I'm setting myself up for big shots.". "This guy's worked hard, and he feels like he's in a position right now to fight lesser competition for more money. There are his, filled not with anger, but with nothing at all. Ataman then went on to explain why he was so interested in fighting Gaethje. As one of the most decorated fighters, Rutten understands what it takes to be at the top. When I take it, it's on my gloves. WASHINGTON Despite the current circumstances at the top of the lightweight division, Justin Gaethje doesnt feel like the odd man out. Thats the reason why I never wanted to wrestle. Season, he qualified for the 2009 NCAA Division I 157 lb Championship, where he a. 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