The loss served as instant redemption for the 36-year-old Gaethje, a former interim champion at 155 pounds, who was knocked out cold in the final seconds of his last fight against Max Holloway in their ceremonial BMF title clash at UFC 300 in April 2024.

Another Justin Gaethje-Rafael Fiziev fight, another thriller. That's what played out Saturday night as Gaethje defeated Fiziev in their hastily booked rematch, earning a hard-fought unanimous decision with scores of 29-28 from all three judges.

Justin Gaethje and Rafael Fiziev should just have a bonus check waiting for them as soon as they enter the octagon. In a rare occurrence, the lightweight fan favorites won Fight of the Night again for their rematch at UFC 313 on Saturday in Las Vegas.

The 37-year-old Brazilian has already done nearly all there is to do as a UFC fighter, including championships in two weight classes and multiple successful defenses. But octagonal boss Dana White suggests he's got even more heights to reach if he's able to turn aside top-ranked challenger Magomed Ankalaev atop the main card at Saturday's big show at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.

UFC 313 goes down tonight from Las Vegas with a massive light heavyweight title fight closing the show. Promotional superstar