Justin Gaethje and Rafael Fiziev meet in the new co-main event of UFC 313. But should another lightweight contender have gotten the call?
Following the announcement that Dan Hooker was forced to withdraw from his scheduled fight with Gaethje, Fiziev has been brought in to take on “The Highlight” in a rematch of their UFC 286 encounter that Gaethje won via majority decision. That was a Fight of the Night-winning contest and the stylistic matchup looks great on paper, but fans are mixed on whether running it back was the best option or if someone else deserved the opportunity.
Two other major matchups were announced Wednesday, with featherweight knockout artist Jean Silva getting his wish and fighting Bryce Mitchell at UFC 314, and light heavyweight contenders Jamahal Hill and Khalil Rountree Jr. settling unfinished business in the main event of UFC Kansas City.
Check out reader reactions to Gaethje vs. Fiziev 2 and the other new fights below.
‘Another rematch no fans asked for:’ Fans react to Justin Gaethje vs. Rafael Fiziev 2, new fight announcements
