No matter what the UFC decides, someone’s bound to get hurt. Justin Gaethje has been a reliable and loyal part of UFC for years whenever the promotion needed him. All he wants in return is a shot at the Georgian’s lightweight title. While reports suggest ‘El Matador’ could feature atop 2026’s first card with Paramount, who his opponent will be remains a mystery. With the likes of Paddy Pimblett, Arman Tsarukyan, and Gaethje in the mix, the lightweight title picture is very intriguing as of now.

‘The Highlight’ threatened retirement if not given a shot, his manager, Ali Abdelaziz, doubled down on those claims. “I think the UFC is waiting to see what happens with Islam and [Jack Della Maddalena],” he told Submission Radio. “Also, I think the UFC is waiting to see what happens with

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