How Tall is Justin Gaethje?

Last Modified Mar 4, 2025 05:23 GMT
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Justin Ray Gaethje is an American professional MMA fighter who competes in the lightweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He previously held the Interim UFC Lightweight Championship and is currently ranked No. 3 in the UFC lightweight rankings as of March 2025.

Gaethje was born in Safford, Arizona, and began his wrestling journey at the young age of four. He achieved notable success as a wrestler at Safford High School, winning the Arizona state championship twice. During his time at the University of Northern Colorado, Gaethje further established himself as an accomplished athlete, earning the distinction of an NCAA Division I All-American. While still in college, Gaethje ventured into amateur mixed martial arts (MMA) and transitioned to the professional circuit in 2011. Gaethje became the lightweight champion after joining the World Series of Fighting (WSOF) in 2013. Gaethje successfully defended his WSOF belt on five occasions before deciding to join the UFC in 2017, relinquishing his WSOF title in the process.

Justin Gaethje's height

Justin Gaethje stands 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) tall. The average height of a UFC lightweight competitor is 5 feet 10 inches (1.70 m), and Gaethje falls just above the norm.

How much does Justin Gaetje weigh?

Justin Gaethje, being a lightweight contender, weighs 155 lbs (70 kg). He has a reach of 70 inches and fights out of Arvada, Colorado, USA.

Justin Gaethje's record

Justin Gaethje has a professional mixed martial arts record of 25 wins and 5 losses as of March 2025.

29 matches25 wins5 losses
By knockout203
By submission12
By decision40

Related: How old is Justin Gaethje?

FAQs on Justin Gaethje

A. Justin Gaethje stands 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m) tall.

A. Justin Gaethje holds a professional MMA record of 25 wins and 5 losses, as of March 2025.

A. Gaethje acquired his nickname, "The Highlight," as a result of his ability to effortlessly lift individuals and forcefully bring them down, according to his own explanation.

A. He is 36 years old.

A. He competes in the lightweight division of the UFC.

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