Justin Gaethje News
What's next for the stars of UFC 300?
Cole Shelton - April 15, 2024
The UFC was in Las Vegas, Nevada for a stacked UFC 300 card with two undisputed title fights on the line, as well as the BMF belt up for grabs. In the main event, Alex Pereira was looking to defend his light heavyweight title against Jamahal Hill. Zhang Weili put her strawweight title on the line against Yan Xiaonan in the co-main event. The card also saw Justin Gaethje vs. Max Holloway for the BMF title.
Referee Marc Goddard admits he ‘literally screamed’ as he stopped Max Holloway vs. Justin Gaethje at UFC 300
Curtis Calhoun - April 15, 2024
Referee Marc Goddard’s reaction to the Max Holloway vs. Justin Gaethje ending echoed that of millions around the world. The BMF title fight between Holloway and Gaethje surpassed lofty expectations at UFC 300. The two lightweight stars threw powerful blows over almost five full rounds, but Holloway dealt more damage and had a significant lead on the judges’ scorecards.
Jorge Masvidal questions Justin Gaethje’s fighting future after UFC 300 knockout loss, says fight ‘Might’ve taken a lot of years’ away from career
Curtis Calhoun - April 15, 2024
Former BMF champion Jorge Masvidal thinks Justin Gaethje’s UFC 300 knockout loss could’ve shrunk his career timeline. Gaethje lost the BMF belt to Max Holloway in a buzzer-beating knockout at UFC 300 on Saturday in Las Vegas. After Holloway lured Gaethje into a firefight in the final seconds, Gaethje got hit with a massive right hand that knocked him unconscious.
Dana White reacts to Max Holloway knocking Justin Gaethje out in buzzer-beater at UFC 300
Fernando Quiles - April 14, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White is in awe of Max Holloway’s buzzer-beater over Justin Gaethje at UFC 300. Holloway challenged Gaethje for the BMF Championship. Those who picked Gaethje to win, including myself, felt that “The Highlight’s” punching power would be enough to throw Holloway off of his rhythm. We were easily fooled, as “Blessed” showed why he’s still an elite striker in the MMA game. Holloway pieced up Gaethje before landing the knockout shot with just one second left in the fight.
Pros react after Max Holloway KO's Justin Gaethje at UFC 300
Chris Taylor - April 13, 2024
Tonight’s UFC 300 main card featured a BMF title fight between Justin Gaethje and Max Holloway. Gaethje (25-5 MMA) had of course captured the BMF belt last July at UFC 291, when he scored a thunderous head kick knockout over Dustin Poirier. That win marked ‘The Highlight’s’ second in a row, as he had previously defeated Rafael Fiziev by majority decision in a ‘FOTN’ affair at UFC 286.
UFC 300 Results: Max Holloway KO's Justin Gaethje (Video)
Chris Taylor - April 13, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC 300 results, including the BMF title bout between Justin Gaethje and Max Holloway. Gaethje (25-4 MMA) of course captured the BMF belt last July at UFC 291, where he scored a thunderous head kick knockout over Dustin Poirier. That win marked ‘The Highlight’s’ second in a row, as he had previously defeated Rafael Fiziev by majority decision in a ‘FOTN’ affair at UFC 286.
Justin Gaethje rejects future 'BMF' fight against Jorge Masvidal after UFC 300: "He can f*ck off"
Josh Evanoff - April 12, 2024
UFC lightweight contender Justin Gaethje has no intention of meeting Jorge Masvidal anytime soon. ‘The Highlight’ is currently set to make the first defense of his ceremonial ‘BMF’ title this weekend. At UFC 300, Justin Gaethje will meet former featherweight champion Max Holloway in a five-round contest. The current titleholder is hoping with a win over ‘Blessed’, he will get to face Islam Makhachev.
John McCarthy explains why Max Holloway is the “worst type of opponent” for Justin Gaethje
Harry Kettle - April 12, 2024
MMA analyst John McCarthy has given his thoughts on tomorrow night’s clash between Justin Gaethje and Max Holloway. This weekend, Justin Gaethje will defend his BMF title against Max Holloway. As you can imagine, fans are pretty excited to see how it all plays out. Both men have entertaining styles, neither man knows how to quit, and they’re willing to leave it all in the cage.
Justin Gaethje reveals severe concussion heading into Charles Oliveira fight: "I got it riding a bike"
Josh Evanoff - April 11, 2024
With a potential UFC title shot on the line this Saturday, Justin Gaethje is opening up on his last championship fight against Charles Oliveira. ‘The Highlight’ is currently slated to face Max Holloway at UFC 300 this Saturday night. The bout will be Justin Gaethje’s first, since winning the ceremonial ‘BMF’ title last July. Also featured on the card will be former lightweight champion, Charles Oliveira. ‘Do Bronx’ will fight on the main card against the rising Arman Tsarukyan.
UFC 300 | Pro fighters make their picks for Justin Gaethje vs. Max Holloway BMF title fight
Cole Shelton - April 11, 2024
On the main card of UFC 300, Justin Gaethje looks to defend his BMF title for the first time as he takes on Max Holloway. Heading into the fight, Gaethje is a -178 favorite while the Hawaiian is a +138 underdog on FanDuel. Ahead of the scrap, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro fighters to make their picks for the BMF title fight. The pros are expecting Gaethje to get his hand raised in a highly-anticipated fight, as they think the size will play a factor.
Justin Gaethje isn’t looking past UFC 300: “I don't usually plan on being alive the day after my fights”
Harry Kettle - April 11, 2024
UFC star and BMF champion Justin Gaethje has made it crystal clear that he isn’t looking beyond UFC 300. On Saturday night, Justin Gaethje will defend his BMF title against Max Holloway. As you can imagine, there’s a great deal of anticipation in the air when it comes to what this bout could look like. Both men are incredibly talented and their fight styles should ensure this is one to remember.
Israel Adesanya advises Max Holloway on how to upset Justin Gaethje at UFC 300
Curtis Calhoun - April 9, 2024
Israel Adesanya has revealed a clear path to victory for Max Holloway against BMF titleholder Justin Gaethje at UFC 300. Holloway will challenge Gaethje in a five-round main card bout at UFC 300 this weekend in Las Vegas. It’ll be Holloway’s second UFC lightweight appearance after falling short against Dustin Poirier in his lightweight debut at UFC 236.
Max Holloway predicts his UFC 300 bout against Justin Gaethje will be a "Hall of Fame fight"
Cole Shelton - April 9, 2024
Max Holloway is expecting his UFC 300 fight against Justin Gaethje to be entertaining from start to finish. Holloway is set to face Gaethje for the BMF title on the main card of UFC 300 in a highly anticipated bout. The Hawaiian is moving up to lightweight for the second time as he previously dropped a decision to Dustin Poirier in 2019 for the interim lightweight title.
Alexander Volkanovski backs Max Holloway to defeat Justin Gaethje at UFC 300
Harry Kettle - April 9, 2024
Alexander Volkanovski has backed Max Holloway to get the job done and defeat Justin Gaethje at UFC 300. This weekend, Max Holloway and Justin Gaethje will collide for the BMF championship. The expectation, as you can imagine, is that these two men will give everything they’ve got in an absolute barnburner. The winner, if convincing enough, may even be able to earn themselves a shot at the lightweight crown.
Justin Gaethje agrees with Max Holloway's UFC 300 pitch with Mark Coleman, says he's better than 'f*cking loser' Jorge Masvidal being involved
Josh Evanoff - April 8, 2024
Justin Gaethje loves the idea of Mark Coleman being involved in his fight at UFC 300 with Max Holloway. ‘The Highlight’ is currently set to face ‘Blessed’ at the milestone event this Saturday night. The bout will be a rare lightweight appearance for Max Holloway, who is riding a two-fight winning streak. The Hawaiian will attempt to take Justin Gaethje’s ‘BMF’ title that he won last July against Dustin Poirier.
Justin Gaethje rules out potential quick turnaround to fight Islam Makhachev at UFC 302: “We’ll see if Oliveira sh*ts the bed again”
Harry Kettle - April 8, 2024
Justin Gaethje has ruled out the idea of a quick turnaround to battle Islam Makhachev if he can get past Max Holloway. For the longest time now, Justin Gaethje has been recognized as one of the best fighters in the UFC. He’s incredibly entertaining, he has a list of highlight reel finishes, and he doesn’t know when to quit. At UFC 300, he will defend his BMF title for the first time when he takes on Max Holloway.
Max Holloway ready to prove the "naysayers" wrong at UFC 300 against Justin Gaethje: "One for the history books"
Cole Shelton - April 2, 2024
Max Holloway is eager to silence a lot of doubters against Justin Gaethje at UFC 300. Holloway is set to take on Gaethje for the BMF belt at UFC 300 next weekend in Las Vegas. It’s a highly anticipated bout, and heading into the fight, Gaethje is the betting favorite, as many seem to think the size and power of ‘The Highlight’ will be too much for ‘Blessed’.
Justin Gaethje expecting a doctor stoppage against Max Holloway at UFC 300: "A violent picture"
Cole Shelton - April 2, 2024
Justin Gaethje thinks Max Holloway will be too tough for his own good at UFC 300. Holloway is moving back up to lightweight to face Gaethje for the BMF title. It’s a highly-anticipated bout as Holloway, who has never been dropped or knocked out in his entire MMA career faces a knockout artist in Gaethje.