Get ready for the UFC 313 main event featuring a lightweight clash between Justin Gaethje and Rafael Fiziev. This rematch is scheduled for Saturday at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Gaethje is currently ranked No. 5 in the 155-pound division. Fiziev is ranked No. 11 as he enters his first fight since September 2023.
Originally, Gaethje was supposed to face Dan Hooker, but Hooker withdrew due to a hand injury and was replaced by Fiziev on short notice. Gaethje and Fiziev previously fought at UFC 286, where Gaethje secured a majority decision victory in a thrilling three-round fight. Gaethje, with a record of 25-5, is looking to bounce back from a knockout loss to Max Holloway at UFC 300 and solidify his position as a top contender.
Fiziev, holding a 12-3 record, has been seeking a high-profile opponent for his return and will be eager to face Gaethje. In his last fight, Fiziev suffered a knee injury against Mateusz Gamrot and has been recovering for the past year and a half. He aims to avenge his prior defeat to Gaethje and break into the top 5 rankings.
