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Justin Gaethje Talks Potential Options If Ilia Topuria Moves Up to Welterweight

Justin Gaethje has given his thoughts on the most probable matchups and positives for him if Ilia Topuria moves up to welterweight.

Gaethje will take on Paddy Pimblett next at UFC 324 with the interim 155-pound championship up for grabs. The winner of this fight will fight Topuria when the latter returns from his hiatus.

Justin Gaethje recently discussed the positives if Topuria moves up to the 170-pound division for a third belt. The Highlight’ says he will be the UFC’s 155-pound champion if ‘El Matador’ vacates, after which he will look to run it back with Charles Oliveira and also take on Max Holloway in a rematch for the BMF strap.