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New UFC champ Gaethje 'planning' to fight again

Justin Gaethje, who upset Ilia Topuria last week to win the UFC's lightweight title, says he's "planning" on fighting again, tempering talk of his possible retirement, at least for the time being.

Published June 21, 2026, 12:20 AM
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New UFC champ Gaethje 'planning' to fight again

Justin Gaethje, who upset Ilia Topuria last week to win the UFC's lightweight title, says he's "planning" on fighting again, tempering talk of his possible retirement, at least for the time being.

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