Justin Gaethje is set to face Ilia Topuria on June 14, with the goal of ending Topuria's undefeated record of 17-0 and claiming the undisputed lightweight title. Gaethje, known for his striking prowess, is aware of the challenge posed by Topuria, who has achieved notable knockouts against fighters like Alexander Volkanovski, Max Holloway, and Charles Oliveira. To avoid falling victim to Topuria's knockout power, Gaethje plans to focus on his positioning and control of the fight's distance. In an interview, he stated, "Positioning is going to be the biggest factor in this fight," emphasizing the need to manage space effectively and win the angle battle. This fight represents a significant opportunity for Gaethje, who has previously fallen short in title bouts against Oliveira and Khabib Nurmagomedov. With this being potentially his last chance to secure the lightweight title, Gaethje is determined to implement his strategies successfully against Topuria, who is seen as one of the toughest opponents he has faced.