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Justin Gaethje believes he could KO Islam Makhachev: ‘I can knock anybody out with the power I possess’

UFC lightweight, Justin Gaethje believes he could ‘knock out’ reigning champion Islam Makhachev.

Gaethje battled through a dangerous Rafael Fiziev to earn a a hard fought decision win, fending off one of lightweights new rising stars. Gaethje really began to find his timing in the final round, working an improved jab, cutting and stunning Fiziev throughout.

The win puts Gaethje in a fantastic position to mount a serious title bid ad believes he capabilities to stop the current champion, Makhachev.

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I think [Islam is] a hard fight for anybody.