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TweetPinShareWhite House card next? By Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com LAS VEGAS – After a brutal five-round war, Safford’s own Justin “The Highlight” Gaethje defeated Paddy “The Baddy” Pimblett via unanimous decision …
Gaethje defeats Pimblett for Interim Lightweight Championship Read More
TweetPinShareBy Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com LAS VEGAS – The wait is nearly over as Fight Week for UFC 324 has commenced for the first event partnered with Paramount+. The inaugural event …
UFC Fight Week: Championship or swan song for Gaethje? Read More
TweetPinShareBy Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com LAS VEGAS – He ain’t done yet. On Thanksgiving, UFC CEO Dana White announced that Safford native No. 4-ranked Justin “The Highlight” Gaethje (27-5) will fight …
Justin Gaethje to fight for Interim Lightweight Championship Read More
TweetPinShareStaff Reports The UFC’s lightweight division, once a bastion of relentless wars and star power, is teetering on the edge of unprecedented drama. With Ilia Topuria firmly entrenched as the …
Chaos in the Lightweight Division: Gaethje’s retirement threat looms as Topuria eyes historic third belt chase Read More
TweetPinShareStaff Reports SAFFORD – Under sunny skies at the picturesque Mount Graham Golf Club, UFC lightweight sensation Justin “The Highlight” Gaethje traded his octagon gloves for golf clubs today, headlining …
UFC Star Justin “The Highlight” Gaethje tees off for local youth on his birthday at Swing for the Kids Golf Tournament Read More
TweetPinShareBy Jon Johnson jonjohnsonnews@gmail.com LAS VEGAS – UFC 317 at T-Mobile Arena saw a record-breaking performance as former Featherweight Champion Ilia Topuria (17-0) became the first undefeated UFC Champion in …
Paddy jumps into ring and jumps Gaethje for title shot against Topuria Read More
TweetPinShareJon Johnson File Photo/Gila Herald: Justin Gaethje addresses the media after defeating Dustin Poirier at UFC 291 in Salt Lake City. Gaethje will be the Grand Marshal in the city …
Justin “The Highlight Gaethje” to serve as Safford’s Grand Marshal in the 4th of July Parade Read More
TweetPinShareContributed Article/Courtesy UFC LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – UFC® today announced a charitable partnership with Phoenix Suns Charities to launch an online 50/50 raffle campaign that will run throughout this fight week and will …
UFC and Phoenix Suns charities launch online 50/50 charity raffle for UFC 274: Oliveria vs. Gaethje Read More
TweetPinShareContributed Photo: Justin Gaethje last defeated Michael Chandler in a three-round unanimous decision in what was heralded as the “fight of the year.” Now the Safford native has his title …
Safford native son Justin Gaethje fighting for UFC Championship Read More
TweetPinShareSafford native Justin “The Highlight” Gaethje will return to Safford to host a workout at the Graham County Fairgrounds on Saturday, May 22, from 9 – 11 a.m. Staff Reports …
Work out with MMA standout Justin “The Highlight” Gaethje Read More