Speaking with ESPN’s Brett Okamoto ahead of his UFC 268 bout against former title challenger Michael Chandler, Gaethje revealed that he isn’t pleased with the recent developments at the top of his division. ‘The Highlight’ said:
The former 155-pound interim titleholder also claimed that Chandler and Charles Oliveira – the two contenders who ended up fighting for the vacant championship belt – did nothing to restore the division’s reputation.
The UFC 262 main event bout between Oliveira and Chandler has been criticized by many, given that Chandler only had one fight in the octagon prior to the title fight. Top-ranked lightweight Dustin Poirier notably opted to fight Conor McGregor for a third time instead of pursuing the strap.
No love lost between Justin Gaethje and Michael Chandler
Justin Gaethje will finally return to action at UFC 268 on November 6 against fellow top contender Michael Chandler. It will be the first time Gaethje will see action in the octagon since losing to Nurmagomedov in October 2020.
‘The Highlight’ is clearly unhappy with how his opponent was given the golden opportunity ahead of him. According to Gaethje, he’ll use his ill feelings towards Chandler as motivation come fight night.
Watch Justin Gaethje’s interview with Brett Okamoto below:
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