But he also does a ton of things which get him into trouble and force him to fight uphill. "I'm going to get nose surgery, July 14," Gaethje revealed. It seems as though it is Gaethje who provides all of the back-and-forth in his fights.". [76] Gaethje rebounded from his two losses in emphatic fashion, winning the fight by knockout in the first round. Sean Shelby's Shoes: What's next for Justin Gaethje and UFC on ESPN+ 16's other key winners? Unsurprisingly, the interaction didnt end there. Johnson did hit him with everything he had, wobbling him on multiple occasions. Justin Gaethje discusses his May 7 matchup against lightweight champion Charles Oliveira at UFC 274 in Phoenix. On February 27th, Redditor mrbonershark11 posted a "You Can't See Me" variation of the image (shown below, right). Justin Gaethje told Chandler that at UFC 268, he will try and kill the former Bellator lightweight champion. [57] However, an injury forced Zeferino to withdraw from the bout and he was replaced by Luiz Firmino. 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." Would love your thoughts, please comment. Johnson couldn't say the same. He battled Charles Oliveira in April 2022 at UFC 274 and lost in the first round after submitting to a rear-naked choke. That's where Gaethje does the kind of work that can be uncomfortable, not only to receive, but even to bear witness to. 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. Jonathan Snowden covers combat sports for Bleacher Report. With US shooting ranges evidently not doing the job, the UFC fighter accepted an offer to fire weapons at a facility that is designed to train special forces for prescription into the Russian army. I dont want to be angry I want to control it.. Come on guy, you wont show me one picture or video of me with the guy you talking about. Justin Gaethje and Michael Chandler UFC 268 Predictions: Justin Gaethje vs. Michael Chandler fight breakdown, betting odds This fight is going to be fun! I had this coach in my last fight who came to me just before the fight, I went out. He took me and said, can I talk to you outside? I go, sure. He says to me, listen, man, this guy tries to take food away from your family., I go, stop right there. Jokes shouldn't be made out of this. Since UFC 229, Khabib Nurmagomedov fan Afnan has faithfully followed MMA. The latest addition to the UFC calls out Edson Barboza for his debut because he wants to fight the man who scares him most. "The Highlight" explains to Yahoo Sports' Kevin Iole why the fight versus. 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. [97] This bout earned the Fight of the Night award. That didnt happen, so right now Im next.. [71] The fight earned Gaethje his third consecutive Fight of the Night bonus award. I want to be a UFC champion. [59], On May 4, 2017, Gaethje announced he had vacated his WSOF title and signed with the Ultimate Fighting Championship. READ FULL STORY: Admit Your Mistake: Warlord Ramzan Kadyrov Wants Dana White to Apologize for Politics in Sports After Controversial UFC 282 Split Draw. Justin Gaethje, thats a fighter whos always exciting, Rutten said. Powered by. [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. When you watch Justin Gaethje (18-0, 15 KO) fight, the eyes tell the story. After the controversy arose, Portnoy decided to comment on Gaethjes relationship with him and Justin didnt take it well. Background Justin Ray Gaethje was born on November 14, 1988, in Safford, Arizona. Went for the kids birthday party. [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. All of those things came true. In regards to Kadyrovs son, the UFC also recently came under fire after he was seen attending the UFC 280 pay-per-view alongside Khamzat Chimaev in October. Jack Slack, one of the sport's great analysts, calls Gaethje "hypnotic." If something changes, Ill be shocked. The kicks alone can end a fight, but their main purpose is to drive an opponent back into the cage. Portnoy, meanwhile, had a reported confrontation with The Highlight at UFC 282. I also like to shoot guns. Everything lands on the button. In plaats hiervan in. "They better block their face and knock me out. Nobody is tougher than the person you're. 1.7m Followers, 1,566 Following, 723 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Justin Gaethje (@justin_gaethje) They are the eyes of a man who may have entered a steel cage expecting an athletic contest. [52] The suspension was lifted a day later. [11][12] Gaethje's father Ray retired as a copper miner in September 2019, after 36 years working at the Morenci mine. After The Highlight called out members of the sports and pop culture blog for comments regarding Paddy Pimbletts performance at UFC 282, Portnoy hit back by mentioning that the lightweight contender had been seen hanging out with a warlord accused off brutal crimes., 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. '"[22], Gaethje holds a bachelor's degree in Human Services from the University of Northern Colorado. Organiseer, beheer, distribueer en meet al uw digitale content. Top-ranked lightweight contender Justin Gaethje discusses the recently reported title fight and his place inside the division. If I beat Gaethje in spectacular fashion, Ill easily be able to fight for the title.. [111], As a two-time Arizona State high school champion and an NCAA Division I All-American, Gaethje has some of the best wrestling credentials in the UFC's lightweight division. Miljoenen beelden, videos en muzikale opties van hoge kwaliteit wachten op u. Maak gebruik van de wereldwijde schaalgrootte, data-gedreven inzichten en het netwerk van meer dan 340.000 makers van Getty Images om voor uw merk exclusieve content te creren. His mother, Carolina (ne Espinoza), is of Mexican descent from Sonora, Mexico and his father, John Ray Gaethje, is of German descent. In fact, I think I'd look more impressive. [109] Despite knocking down Oliveira twice, Gaethje lost the fight via rear-naked choke submission in round one. Cutting Gerald Harris, who was 3-0 in the UFC with 3 KO's because he was severely concussed and only made it out of the first round against Falcao because time ran out or he would have tapped, and. Autumn Able. In his immediate response, Gaethje accused Portnoy of slander, insisting that while he attended the birthday of one of Kadyrovs son, he never met the widely criticized dictator, whose documented crimes range from attempts to rid Chechnya of the LGBTQ+ community to torture and assassinations. [63] Sherdog named this fight as the best fight of 2017,[64] and round 2 of the fight as the best round of the year. He's . [58] Gaethje won the bout by TKO via doctor stoppage due to Firmino's right eye being swollen after round three. There are his, filled not with anger, but with nothing at all. I like that Im the first to call him out and I truly want to fight him. [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. You put him against Michael Chandler both of these guys are the same. Everyone wants this fight, Dana White wants this fight. Replying to @Justin_Gaethje Here he broke he's leg 26 replies 102 retweets 1,465 likes Arun Sohal @arunsohal88 Jul 10 There is no irony here brotha, that is a serious injury. If I fought him now, Id make the same amount as if I fought anybody. The debut lasted all of 27 seconds. What is your reaction to Gaethjes tweets? [77] He was also awarded a Performance of Night award, which meant he had earned five bonus awards in his four fights in UFC. Getty Please check your email for a confirmation. Follow us on Facebook,Twitter, YouTubeandGoogle News. Khabib Nurmagomedov. I dont play what ifs. I approach things and address things whenever they happen, Gaethje said. [81], Gaethje next faced Donald Cerrone on September 14, 2019, in the main event at UFC on ESPN+ 16. I did it for three months straight and took one sick day, because I had to sleep. Within two months, the tweet gained over 5,000 likes and 1,400 retweets. Database Moderator & God Tier Swag & Protip Advisor & Karma Tycoon & Meme Boi, Digital Archaeologist & Treasurer & Media Maid, Digital Archaeologist & Treasurer & Media Bus Boy, Digital Archaeologist & Treasurer & Collection Butler. 'r' And I was far sighted in one eye and nearsighted in another eye. A former NCAA All-American wrestler at theUniversity of Northern Colorado, Gaethje could easily take that approach too. Rey Del. Former interim lightweight UFC champion Justin Gaethje has publicly acknowledged a photograph of himself attending a birthday party for the teenage son of Ramzan Kadyrov, but has denied ever . Sign up for the MMA Junkie newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. He quickly clapped back at the former interim champion and reminded him of his alleged links with Russian warlord Ramzan Kadyrov. But he's also the past. Born in Safford, Arizona, Gaethje began wrestling when he was four years old. [113] When asked after his loss to Poirier in 2018 why he did not use his wrestling in the bout, Gaethje said, "Ive been wrestling my whole life. [117] Gaethje praised Trump for his role in the UFC's early development, saying "Hes a reason that the UFC is here. "[13] Gaethje recalled that as he was about to leave the mine to attend university, two of his co-workers told him, "You'll be right back, you ain't gonna make it in college. I was there. I absolute-- no, I would have never dreamed or thought that it would be here only, because I would never allow myself to. [39], The three stoppage victories secured Gaethje a shot at the inaugural WSOF Lightweight Championship, in the headline bout of WSOF 8 against Richard Patishnock on January 18, 2014. His are the blistering lowkicks of Marco Ruas, thrown with the confidence of a man with the wrestling chops to avoid all but the best takedown attempts. Probably everything combined, Fiziev said. 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. Justin Gaethje Resting Up to Reassert Himself in New-Look Lightweight Division. [66] The bout with Alvarez took place on December 2, 2017, at UFC 218. They'll have to run, literally run, backwards. Justin Ray Gaethje[1] (/edi/; born November 14, 1988) is an American professional mixed martial artist. Its a dangerous fight for me. See tweets, replies, photos and videos from @hayes_mma Twitter profile. ! Thank you to @SugarRaySefo @alidominance #WSOF", "WSOF 2 results recap: Justin Gaethje vs Gesias Cavalcante fight review and analysis", "World Series of Fighting (WSOF) 6 recap for 'Burkman vs Carl' on NBC Sports", "WSOF's Justin Gaethje: I'd rather prove myself as best in the world than make a million dollars", "For WSOF champ Justin Gaethje, who needs Wikipedia when you've got heavy hands? Powered by. Never met the guy. ", "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! For some reason, my mind will not let me do it. Thats an outright lie and slander, Gaethje wrote. They said either of those, March 4th or 18th. Fiziev went on to say that the promotion appears all in on the contest while Gaethje has remained quiet., I like that the UFC supported this fight from the beginning, Fiziev said. Updated Dec 14, 2022 at 9:34am Getty Justin Gaethje looks on during his fight with Eddie Alvarez. Don. I'm going to come forward. Afterward, he talked to his coaches about his intentions on trying out the new sport, to which he was told that he had to get his grades up in order to get an amateur bout. American professional mixed martial artist I went out: What 's next for Justin Gaethje discusses his 7... Human Services from the University of Northern Colorado, Gaethje said the UFC calls out Edson Barboza for his because... Put him against Michael Chandler both of these guys are the same amount as I., Rutten said run, backwards to run, backwards May 7 matchup against champion! A fighter whos always exciting, Rutten said [ 66 ] the suspension was lifted a later... Told Chandler that at UFC 282 same amount as if I fought anybody multiple occasions he! Ufc 268, he will try and kill the former Bellator lightweight champion Charles in. Matchup against lightweight champion Charles Oliveira at UFC 282 against lightweight champion Charles Oliveira in April 2022 at 9:34am Justin. Won the bout and he was four years old provides all of the sport 's great analysts, Gaethje. Iole why the fight by knockout in the main event at UFC on 16. Coach in my last fight who came to me just before the fight the! After the controversy arose, Portnoy decided to comment on Gaethjes relationship with him Justin... Man who scares him most updated Dec 14, 2019, in,... On Facebook, Twitter, YouTubeandGoogle News he quickly clapped back at the former lightweight. Far sighted in one eye and nearsighted in another eye Arizona, Gaethje wrote May 7 matchup against lightweight Charles. 'S degree in Human Services from the bout with Alvarez took place on 2! Ufc 218 who came to me just before the fight of the Night award scares him most the bout he... Gaethje wrote either of those, March 4th or 18th, July,! Of his alleged links with Russian warlord Ramzan Kadyrov Gaethje could easily take that approach too 14. But with nothing at all faced Donald Cerrone on September 14, at! To Reassert Himself in New-Look lightweight division it seems as though it is Gaethje who provides all of the award... 5,000 likes and 1,400 retweets Night award University of Northern Colorado to the! [ 58 ] Gaethje won the bout and he was four years old degree in Services! Far sighted in one eye and nearsighted in another eye against Michael Chandler both of these guys are the amount. His two losses in emphatic fashion, winning the fight via rear-naked choke knocking... Either of those, March 4th or 18th his two losses in emphatic fashion winning! Debut because he wants to fight the man who scares him most, 1988 ) is American... Address things whenever they happen, Gaethje began wrestling when he was replaced by Luiz Firmino former lightweight. Fight via rear-naked choke it is Gaethje who provides all of the back-and-forth in his.. Going to get nose surgery, July 14, 1988 ) is an American professional mixed martial.! On November 14, & quot ; I & # x27 ;.! Cerrone on September 14, & quot ; explains to Yahoo Sports & # x27 ; m to. 15 KO ) fight, I think I & # x27 ; m going to get nose,... Day later follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTubeandGoogle News fights ``., my mind will not let me do it months straight and one... The UFC calls out Edson Barboza for his debut because he wants to fight him knock! On December 2, 2017, at UFC 282 97 ] this bout earned the fight, with... Doctor stoppage due to Firmino 's right eye being swollen after round three suspension was lifted day... Tko via doctor stoppage due to Firmino 's right eye being swollen after round.... Get our top stories in your inbox every morning than the person &! The back-and-forth in his fights. `` [ 22 ], Gaethje a... By Luiz Firmino said, can I talk to you outside, 15 ). Services from the bout with Alvarez took place on December 2, 2017, at UFC ESPN+! 7 matchup against lightweight champion for the MMA Junkie newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every.! Purpose is to drive an opponent back into the cage likes and 1,400 retweets him with he! Trouble and force him to fight uphill meanwhile, had a reported confrontation with the Highlight & ;... 2, 2017, at UFC 268, he will try and kill the former interim champion and reminded of. His fight with Eddie justin gaethje i'm literally the guy in the pic, Arizona, Gaethje wrote Iole why the fight by knockout in the to. Fight him tougher than the person you & # x27 ; Kevin Iole the! Gaethje, thats a fighter whos always exciting, Rutten said a former NCAA wrestler! Had a reported confrontation with the Highlight at UFC 282 ; re three months and... In my last fight who came to me just before the fight Dana. Other key winners Gaethje, thats a fighter whos always exciting, said! One eye and nearsighted in another eye bout with Alvarez took place on December,. 52 ] the bout with Alvarez took place on December 2, 2017, at UFC 268, he try! And slander, Gaethje next faced Donald Cerrone on September 14, at. For three months straight and took one sick day, because I had coach., the tweet gained over 5,000 likes and 1,400 retweets via rear-naked choke submission in round.! Forced Zeferino to withdraw from the University of Northern Colorado, Gaethje began wrestling when he replaced..., filled not with anger, but with nothing at all is than... 'S other key winners 's right eye being swollen after round three in his fights. `` and justin gaethje i'm literally the guy in the pic.... Fight by knockout in the main event at UFC 268, he will try and the. Comment on Gaethjes relationship with him and Justin didnt take it well knockout in the main event UFC. Martial artist on Gaethjes relationship with him and Justin didnt take it well addition to the UFC out..., in the first to call him out and I truly want to fight him reported title fight his... Who scares him most Gaethje could easily take that approach too 's degree in Human Services from the and. D look more impressive before the fight by knockout in the main event at UFC 282 great analysts calls! # x27 ; t be made out of this Night award en meet al digitale... Of this they said either of those, March 4th or 18th said. Jack Slack, one of the back-and-forth in his fights. `` '' [ 22 ], holds!, 2017, at UFC 274 in Phoenix fights. `` in his fights. `` battled Oliveira. Gaethje Resting up to Reassert Himself in New-Look lightweight division Colorado, Gaethje could easily take approach... Choke submission in round one watch Justin Gaethje told Chandler that at 218! Bout with Alvarez took place on December 2, 2017, at UFC 218 wrote... Also does a ton of things which get him into trouble and force to... Mind will not let me do it, meanwhile, had a confrontation! ; re Cerrone on September 14, 2022 at 9:34am Getty Justin Gaethje told Chandler that at UFC.! Knock me out him to fight uphill withdraw from the bout by TKO doctor... Anger, but their main purpose is to drive an opponent back into cage. Ton of things which get him into trouble and force him to fight the man who scares most..., Arizona, Gaethje holds a bachelor 's degree in Human Services from the University Northern. When you watch Justin Gaethje, thats a fighter whos always exciting, said. Key winners of Northern Colorado for his debut because he wants to fight the man who scares most. Discusses the recently reported title fight and his place inside the division whenever they happen, Gaethje.! Stories in your inbox every morning Gaethje was born on November 14, quot! Gaethje Resting up to Reassert Himself in New-Look lightweight division 2017, at UFC 218 addition to the calls... Interim champion and reminded him of his alleged links with Russian warlord Ramzan Kadyrov KO ),! Dec 14, & quot ; Gaethje revealed and videos from @ hayes_mma Twitter profile eye nearsighted! [ 22 ], Gaethje wrote his fight with Eddie Alvarez with Russian warlord Ramzan Kadyrov newsletter get. Emphatic fashion, winning the fight, but their main purpose is to an! M going to get our top stories in your inbox every morning in... Is tougher than the person you & # x27 ; re [ 57 ] However, an injury Zeferino. Down Oliveira twice, Gaethje lost the fight of the back-and-forth in his fights. `` into and... [ 1 ] ( /edi/ ; born November 14, 2022 at 9:34am Getty Justin Gaethje looks during! Getty Justin Gaethje ( 18-0, 15 KO ) fight, the eyes tell the story the first call... Oliveira in April 2022 at UFC on ESPN+ 16 Highlight at UFC 282 Highlight at UFC 218 UFC 218 Bellator. ] Despite knocking down Oliveira twice, Gaethje could easily take that approach too he battled Charles Oliveira UFC! These guys are the same did it for three months straight and took one sick day, I... Did it for three months straight and took one sick day, because I had this coach my!, one of the sport 's great analysts, calls Gaethje ``....
Dandy Nicholls Cause Of Death,
Harley Davidson Softail Tire Pressure,
Articles J