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Justin Gaethje Makes Announcement On His Fighting Future After Win At UFC Freedom 250

Justin Gaethje is the undisputed UFC lightweight champion after defeating Ilia Topuria. Gaethje stated he does not intend to retire and expressed a desire to fight Conor McGregor after UFC 329. He maintained faith in winning the title despite previous losses to Max Holloway, Khabib, and Charles Oliveira.

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Gaethje has specifically called out Conor McGregor for a future bout.

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  1. Justin Gaethje Targets Conor McGregor Following Title Win

    Justin Gaethje is the undisputed UFC lightweight champion after defeating Ilia Topuria. Gaethje stated he does not intend to retire and expressed a desire to fight Conor McGregor after UFC 329. He maintained faith in winning the title despite previous losses to Max Holloway, Khabib, and Charles Oliveira.

    What's confirmed:

    • Justin Gaethje defeated Ilia Topuria at UFC Freedom 250 to become the undisputed UFC lightweight champion.
    • Gaethje stated he would love to punch Conor McGregor in the face.
    • Gaethje maintained hope of winning the title despite past losses to Khabib, Charles Oliveira, and Max Holloway.
    • Retirement is not currently on Gaethje's mind.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Gaethje's coach claims the fighter broke a rule regarding doing backflips off the cage during long fights.
    • Arman Tsarukyan's manager does not expect Gaethje to return to the octagon soon.
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  2. Justin Gaethje Demands UFC Equity Following Lightweight Title Win

    Justin Gaethje is the new UFC lightweight champion after defeating Ilia Topuria at UFC Freedom 250. Gaethje does not plan to retire but does not expect to fight again in 2026. He has rejected a rematch with Topuria and is now seeking equity and better compensation from the UFC.

    What's confirmed:

    • Justin Gaethje defeated Ilia Topuria to win the UFC Lightweight Championship at UFC Freedom 250.
    • The title fight took place at the White House in Washington, D.C.
    • Gaethje has declined a rematch with Topuria.
    • Gaethje does not expect to fight again in 2026.
    • Gaethje is demanding equity and better compensation from the UFC.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Gaethje claimed Topuria quit twice during their bout.
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  3. Justin Gaethje Rejects Retirement and Rematch After UFC Freedom 250

    UFC lightweight champion Justin Gaethje has stated he does not plan to retire after defeating Ilia Topuria. He has declined a rematch with Topuria, claiming the fighter quit twice during the bout. Gaethje is planning to fight again but is unlikely to return in 2026.

    What's confirmed:

    • Justin Gaethje is the UFC lightweight champion after beating Ilia Topuria at UFC Freedom 250.
    • Gaethje has no plans to retire from the UFC.
    • Gaethje has rejected an immediate rematch with Ilia Topuria.
    • Gaethje described the feeling of becoming UFC champion as "absolutely insane".

    Still unconfirmed:

    • Gaethje eyes a return to competition in 2027.
    • There is only a tiny chance Gaethje fights again in 2026.
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