UFC lightweight Rafael Fiziev, ranked 11th, will face off against 3rd-ranked Justin Gaethje in a rematch as part of the co-main event at UFC 313. The tournament is scheduled for March 9 in Las Vegas, USA.
Initially, Gaethje was set to compete against Dan Hooker, but Hooker withdrew due to a broken arm sustained during training.
The first fight between Gaethje and Fiziev took place in March 2023 at UFC 286, with Justin winning by majority decision.
Fiziev last stepped into the octagon in September 2023 at UFC Fight Night 228, where he lost to Mateusz Gamrot by technical knockout in the second round. His record currently stands at 12 wins and 3 losses.
Justin Gaethje last fought in April 2024 at UFC 300, where he suffered a knockout defeat to Max Holloway in the fifth round. His career record is 25 wins and 5 losses.
