Justin Gaethje

Justin Gaethje, “The Highlight,” is the UFC lightweight champion and No. 3 on the men’s pound-for-pound rankings. His record is 28-5-0. UFC.com describes him as an American who debuted in the Octagon on Jul. 8, 2017. He beat Paddy Pimblett by fifth-round unanimous decision at UFC 324 on Jan. 24, 2026. He then won the lightweight title with a fourth-round KO/TKO of Ilia Topuria at UFC Freedom 250 on Jun. 14, 2026. The result card lists that stoppage at 5:00 of round 4.