Justin Gaethje Predicts Ilia Topuria Gets Stripped If He Denies White House Fight

5 months ago

Justin Gaethje Predicts Ilia Topuria Gets Stripped If He Denies White House Fight

“Can’t wait. It’s what I got here for,” Gaethje said when asked about lightweight champion Topuria next. He predicted the unbeaten champ gets stripped if he can’t make UFC’s June 14 White House card, adding he’d fight for the undisputed belt there. The two-time interim champ called it “destiny,” but said he must trust the preparation and coaches this time.

By Afnan Chougle

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5 months ago

Demetrious Johnson Stunned Paddy Pimblett Didn’t Wrestle Justin Gaethje

The former UFC champion questioned Pimblett’s approach after the UFC 324 loss, saying he was “shocked” no takedowns came early. He argued Pimblett held a grappling edge but couldn’t force it, adding he tried to “fight a bull.” Johnson said Pimblett shot only when hurt, not fresh, praising toughness but criticizing strategy against Gaethje’s power and balance over five hard rounds.

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Killer Kelly Confirms TNA Exit, Says TV Return Is Coming Soon

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Killer Kelly Confirms TNA Exit, Says TV Return Is Coming Soon

On Jan. 25, Kelly announced her TNA deal expired, and she’s moving on after an extension offer. “A contract extension was offered… we’ve decided not to go that route,” she wrote. She cited making history in TNA’s first women’s Dog Collar match and returning seven months postpartum for a Chain Match. “You’ll definitely see me on TV soon.”

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Matt Frevola Leaks UFC Bonus Slip After Dana White’s $100K Bonus Claims

5 months ago

Matt Frevola Leaks UFC Bonus Slip After Dana White’s $100K Bonus Claims

Frevola posted his bonus slip from 2025 after White said fighters long received discretionary checks depending on their performance. The lightweight showed a $3,000 bonus despite a decision loss, captioning, “Thanks, boss.” At UFC 324 last Saturday, the UFC CEO doubled bonuses to $100K and introduced a new $25K finish bonus, replacing smaller discretionary payouts from the old PPV-era system.

By Afnan Chougle

5 months ago

Justin Gaethje Fires Back at Paddy Pimblett Over Face Talk After UFC 324

Gaethje laughed off Pimblett’s pre-fight claim that his own face would look “exactly the same.” After the bout, Gaethje said he clapped back immediately: “Look at your f**ing face, m*********r.” The exchange capped a bruising UFC 324 war, where Gaethje’s pressure and experience showed, adding edge to their buildup and aftermath. Gaethje scored: 48-47, 49-46, and 49-46 unanimous decision.

By Afnan Chougle

5 months ago

Justin Gaethje Calls Max Holloway KO a “Blessing,” Says It Fuels His Legacy

Gaethje reframed his loss in 2024 as motivation, saying, “Getting knocked out by Max was a blessing in disguise.” He added it will make “the story that I’m trying to write… that much more special.” Gaethje bounced back with Rafael Fiziev win in 2025 and at UFC 324 won the interim lightweight gold, keeping his title path alive despite late-career doubts.

By Afnan Chougle

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