Justin Gaethje discusses reputation and recent title win in UFC
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 12:02 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
UFC lightweight champion Justin Gaethje spoke with Joe Rogan about his reputation throughout his career. Gaethje recently won the lightweight championship at UFC Freedom 250, defeating Ilia Topuria in Washington. He reflected on past matches, especially against Michael Chandler, where he expressed frustrations regarding referee communications. Gaethje has achieved 28 wins in 33 professional fights and highlighted instances in his career that have reinforced his reputation with referees.
- •Justin Gaethje won the lightweight title at UFC Freedom 250.
- •He defeated Ilia Topuria, who suffered his first professional loss.
- •Gaethje discussed refereeing issues from his fight against Michael Chandler.
- •He has 28 wins in 33 professional fights.
- •Gaethje's comments add depth to discussions on referee accountability.
- 12:02 PMYahoo Sports — Justin Gaethje admits having a very specific reputation during his UFC career
"UFC lightweight champion Justin Gaethje has spoken to Joe Rogan about a reputation he’s kept during his time with Dana White’s MMA organisation. Gaethje stepped back into the octagon earlier this month and, at 37 years old, left UFC Freedom 250 as the new lightweight champion.
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