Justin Gaethje’s Coach Reveals What Could Decide His Retirement

Justin Gaethje has done almost everything there is to do in his fighting career. He won the interim lightweight championship twice and finally became the undisputed lightweight champion this year, having faced some of the best fighters the sport has ever seen along the way.

When he stepped in against Ilia Topuria, nobody gave him a chance. But Gaethje and his coach John Wood put together a perfect game plan and ended up beating Topuria in the most decisive way possible. After that iconic win, Wood opened up about where things stand for "The Highlight."

Justin Gaethje's Coach Says He Has Nothing Left To Prove In MMA

John Wood believes Justin Gaethje has nothing left to prove in MMA. He praised Gaethje's toughness and his ability to always find a way to get the job done, saying he isn't sure there is anyone in the sport tougher than him. During his recent interview with Jake Noecker, the coach said:

“ is just a guy that always finds ways to win. I don’t know if there’s anyone in this sport that’s tougher than him. Whether or not he fights again probably is decided on dollars and cents.”

He also mentioned that the 37-year-old deserves the biggest payday of his career before retiring on his own terms. Fans are now waiting to find out who Gaethje fights next, with many pointing at Arman Tsarukyan after his recent win over Mauricio Ruffy.

Justin Gaethje Says Arman Tsarukyan Will Be His Next Opponent If He Defends His Title

Gaethje says Arman Tsarukyan would be next in line if he decides to defend his title. He also admitted he isn't sure what he wants to do yet and plans to enjoy being champion for the rest of the year.

" is the next in line. If and when I defend this championship, that will be who I fight. I just don't know right now. I'm just going to enjoy being the champion for the rest of the year," the lightweight champion said on the Flagrant podcast.

The lightweight champion has also shown interest in a rematch with Ilia Topuria, and fans have been calling for it as well. However, he added that when the time comes, he will make a decision based on both his career and his life outside of fighting.