Gaethje doesn't know who will win the Makhachev vs. Puryear fight
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Justin Gaethje, former BMF belt holder, spoke out about the recently announced fight between UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev and Dustin Porier. Gatji was unable to name a favorite in this confrontation.
"I don't know who's going to win. Obviously, Makhachev should win. But Porye is a fighter. You know, fights are such a crazy subject where anything can happen," stated Gatji.
The fight between Makhachev and Puryear will take place June 1 in Newark as part of UFC 302. For Makhachev this fight will be the third defense of the championship belt.
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Earlier, Gatji made a statement about his future career, promising in the future to again organize bright, memorable fights.