Justin Gaethje: Ilia Topuria ‘didn’t quit on the stool’ at UFC White House
MMA Fighting • • sports
Key Points:
- Justin Gaethje clarified that Ilia Topuria did not quit on the stool after their UFC lightweight title fight; rather, Topuria's coaches stopped the fight due to his compromised condition.
- Topuria has accused Gaethje of loading his gloves before their bout, a claim Gaethje dismisses as part of the internet culture of clickbait and engagement.
- Gaethje expressed frustration with the online reaction but acknowledged the necessity of navigating the digital landscape while staying true to himself.
- Despite calls for an immediate rematch with Topuria, Gaethje has not yet decided on his next fight but believes Arman Tsarukyan, who recently secured a significant win, deserves the next title shot.
- Gaethje emphasized that Tsarukyan is the natural next contender and implied that any opponent other than Tsarukyan would be a disservice to the division.
