Ahead of his fight against Ilia Topuria on June 14, Justin Gaethje is focused on preventing his opponent from settling into his rhythm. Gaethje, who recently defeated Paddy Pimblett, believes that applying early pressure is crucial to stealing momentum. He noted that he was able to push Pimblett back and hurt him early in their match, which played a significant role in his victory. Gaethje recognizes that both Topuria and Pimblett entered their respective fights with considerable confidence, stemming from their winning streaks. Topuria, who is undefeated with a record of 17-0, poses a unique challenge. Gaethje's strategy will involve testing Topuria's ability to cope with early pressure, a tactic that has worked for him in the past. However, he is aware that similar approaches have backfired for other fighters, such as Charles Oliveira, who faced early stoppages against aggressive opponents. Gaethje's relentless fighting style continues to resonate with fans, and he is eager to implement his game plan against Topuria.