Justin Gaethje, a two-time interim UFC lightweight champion, is gearing up for a pivotal fight against Ilia Topuria on June 14 at UFC White House in Washington D.C. Gaethje, who previously lost title bouts to Khabib Nurmagomedov and Charles Oliveira, is determined to make this opportunity count. He earned his shot against Topuria after defeating Paddy Pimblett at UFC 324. Despite being the underdog, Gaethje is confident that he can be the first to defeat Topuria, who has built an impressive resume by knocking out elite fighters like Charles Oliveira, Max Holloway, and Alexander Volkanovski. In a recent interview, Gaethje emphasized his fighting spirit, stating, 'I am here because I am one of the best in the world,' and expressed his intent to inflict damage, saying, 'I’m gonna change his face, just like I always do to all my opponents.' A win for Gaethje would not only be a personal triumph but also a significant upset in the lightweight division.