When Is Justin Gaethje’s Next Fight?

Justin Gaethje returned to the win column after beating Rafeal Fiziev in the main co-main event of UFC 313 on March 8 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. It was his ninth win under the Las Vegas-based promotion since his debut in July 2017.

This latest victory has solidified Gaethje’s position as a top name in BetMGM’s online sportsbook via the UFC odds because of his exciting fighting style. What’s next for the “The Highlight?”

When Is Justin Gaethje’s Next Fight?

Gaethje’s next confirmed opponent is Paddy Pimblett, whom he’ll face in the main event of UFC 324 on January 25 inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas for the UFC interim lightweight title.

Justin Gaethje’s MMA Record and Statistics

• MMA record: 26-5
• Wins by TKO/KO: 20
• Wins by submission: 1
• Wins by decision: 5
• Striking accuracy: 60%
• Significant strikes landed per minute: 7.46
• Significant strikes absorbed: 7.85
• Takedown average per 15 minutes: 0
• Submission average per 15 minutes: 0
• Takedown accuracy: 0
• Significant strikes defense: 55%
• Takedown defense: 75%
• Knockdown average: 0.78
• Average fight time: 9:37

Justin Gaethje’s Notable Wins

Gaethje’s UFC wins include big-time names such as Michael Johnson, James Vick, Edson Barboza, Donald Cerrone, Tony Ferguson, Michael Chandler, and Dustin Poirier.

Justin Gaethje’s UFC Earnings

Gaethje’s estimated UFC career earnings have reached $8.3 million, including his base pay, pay-per-view points and performance bonuses. His biggest single-fight salary came in April 2024 when he fought Holloway and bagged $2.3 million.

Justin Gaethje’s Team and Corner

Gaethje originally trained under Fight Elevation Team in Denver, Colorado, where Vinnie Lopez and Justin Houghton became his striking coaches. But Gaethje decided to move under Trevor Wittman’s team, alongside Kamaru Usman and Rose Namajunas, to form ONX Sports.