“And I know he made his father very proud” damn dude respect.

I love this guy. Still smiling, still positive, and praising his opponent. A true example

Humble enough to be called a Gentleman, Gaethje. His parents brought him up well. Good luck future champ.

He knows he lost to a better fighter. No excuses, no bulshit, he's just a grateful, virtuous and humble guy. I really like him even more now.

This guy literally went to sleep like 2 minutes before that interview, absolute madman standing there and smiling like he just came home from a walk😂😂😂

I'm a fan of khabib equally for Justin too I thought if they both could have won But man you earned millions respect

Khabib’s speech after the fight, translation from Russian: “and now for my fans, and it would not be quite right to say ‘to my fans from Russia’, so let’s say ‘to all Russian speakers’, thank you so much, when I started all of this in 2008, and when I signed up for UFC and had the first fight in 2012, many didn’t believe in me, many thought it would be impossible. I’m a simple guy from a regular village in the mountain of Dagestan, who came over here. Just yesterday my brother told me: ‘according to Google, you’re the most discussed person on the planet’, I simply couldn’t believe it, because if you can imagine, I never had any of this on my mind, it was just my father and I dreaming of becoming a champion one day. I could never have imagined so much could happen to me. If you have parents, be close to them, and that’s it. I have only one parent left, my mother. I would like to dedicate more time to her”.

Khabib didn't want to punish him on the ground and went straight for the submission, that was pure class.

Justin the type of guy who wakes from being choked and the first thing he does is comforting the opponent who choked him.

this guy is respectful, legit and just loves to fight. plain simple.

Khabib's wrestling is such a huge threat that people are afraid to actually go hard with their standup.

Gaethje is a true honorable warrior. He doesnt hide after a loss like many others. He will come back for sure.

This guy is just a great person. Great sport. I really wish him the very best of luck and I hope he becomes the next champ.

I cried when Khabib broke down. It was evident he had put a lid on his emotions for a long time as he prepared for what only he knew would be his last fight. The death of his father affected him more than we will ever know. Nothing but respect for you, sir, and I'm almost twice your age. You are an incredible human being. Thank you for the memories. I wish you good health and long life as you embark on a new journey.

Such as class act. Even though he lost he was smiling ear to ear because he got to experience what it’s like fighting the best in the world. I like him more and more every time I watch him

Gaethje and Poirier gained so much respect after their Khabib fights. Khabib brought out the best of their character for the world to see.

Khabib broke his foot 3weeks ago and never said a word to anyone... He lost is father (may he rest in peace) and still showed up. Just imagine all the emotions he was dealing with. He stayed humble before the fight and after the fight. Every fight he's fought for the past 3-4 years most of y'all said this fights gonna be different cause this opponent had "this and that" but he always won and will forever remain a champ. You deserve to retire and you deserve to be #1 P4P champ!

Win or lose, this man is one of the hardest and most genuine men I’ve ever seen inside the octagon. Always honest, never fakes no funk, and comes in every fight with the intent to destroy. Reminds me alot of prime hendo.

"he's very strong" that explains it all.

After GOAT Retires, It Is Justin Gaethje Time 👊🔥

What an amazing class act of a man... Stuck around to praise the man who choked him out. Amazing.

"The best thing about getting choked out is there's nothing consequential to your health" Bro Gaethje is a legit madman 🤣🤣🤣

justin and his team is lowkey happy even after the loss because everybody knows he lost against an unbeatable opponent

That's the face of a man with a fantastic career ahead of him. Props to Justin for his sportsmanship. He earned a new fan.

Khabib WINS 29-0,also got a GOAT TITLE Greatest of all time, J.gaethji also Earn the respect no trash talk exchanged he accept result with sportly,thank you so much of gaethji and khabib for this,one of the bestest fight of all time.

Justin Gaethje deserved this shot and the honour to be his last fight. Great man. He will be a champion soon.

Justin is a great family man, I hope he becomes the LW champ at some point

fair play to Justin, excited to see more from him in the future

Justin took his defeat like a real man. Big respect !!!

Gaethje is so positive, huge respect for this man.

this guy is pure class i really hope he gets a shot at the belt

I don’t cry a a lot but damn it khabib you got me. The man lost his father stepped into the octagon and did what father wanted him to do😢. He has nothing more to prove he can truly ride off into the sunset and be at peace. 🙏🏾🙏🏾

Herzog is usually on point, bad stoppage IMO. Pulling a Mario Yamasaki XD

I need a friend like Gaethje in my life... man, what an amazing guy

Absolutely no shame in losing this fight whatsoever.

Khabib fan here. Lots of respect for Justin . He's the future LW champ.

I still respecting Justin. True warrior. Hope he fights someone good.

Much respect to both these men.

I was sad when he lost. However, I predict he’ll be a future champ. You’re the man Justin hope to meet you someday!

Justin Gaethje is a good human being.... You should respect your opponent. Losing or winning the fight doesn't matter. Now when KHABIB has declared his retirement so now I want to see Justin as new champion cause he deserves.

end of first round gaethje look like he just Finished a marathon.. khabib is like he want Finished this fight like 100m dash, no smash,no bullshit,fast takedown and quick looking for submission,its look like he don't want make gaethje to suffer..

"I said that I've five wars left and I haven't had one since I said that". Those words are that of a true warrior. Hope he becomes the next champ.

It s like man beating a child on the ground ..khabib is legend

the crazy thing is khabib tells his opponents what he is gonna do to them and they still can't do nothing against it.. what a legend.

*What blew my mind the most in this fight was Khabibs UNBELIEVABLE forward pressure. Goddamn it. He seemed like he had the energy and power of a bull. Did you even see how overwhelmed Gaethje was after the first round? I have never seen anyone breathe that heavy, and Khabib was just normal. Khabib has insane aggression. Insane. Almost superhuman. Im sure Gaethje, behind closed doors, praised Khabib to his coach Trevor Whitman, and how he's never seen anyone like him*

He’ll be back, probably future Lightweight champ now that khabib retired.

"He's stronger than I ever expected" -Justin to his coach after round 1

Win or lose, Justin is an explosive fighter. I will watch all his fights.

0:10 oh my God 💪🏼 u can see *the effect* of *Khabib the Eagle's left jab*

0:41 justin : I FIGHT FOR A LIVING that was brute reality

My heart was pounding never like this before! The whole scenery was intensed and entertaining. Khabib - I've got nothing to say but respect. Salutes to Khabib. Justin is an amazjng as well

UFC will not be the same without Khabib🙁

Justin is a really nice guy. Shame to see him get absolutely smoked like that 🦅

23. And your Lord has decreed that you worship none but Him. And that you be dutiful to your parents. If one of them or both of them attain old age in your life, say not to them a word of disrespect, nor shout at them but address them in terms of honour. 24. And lower unto them the wing of submission and humility through mercy, and say: "My Lord! Bestow on them Your Mercy as they did bring me up when I was small." 25. Your Lord knows best what is in your inner-selves. If you are righteous, then, verily, He is Ever Most Forgiving to those who turn unto Him again and again in obedience, and in repentance. Surah Al-Isra' (The Journey by Night)

Justin is very humble person He never talk trash May God continue to bless him He shows good example He is a true warrior

McGregor creaming his pants upon hearing there's a vacant belt now lmao

Even when he loses I love him pause.

Still a bad ass, cant wait to see him again

I love Justin . He is so humble and kind but khabib will always be in my heart.

Ughhhh how can you not just absolutely admire this man!!?? Fuck !! What an American 🇺🇸

Justin after round 1: ”Coach, he’s a lot stronger than i cud imagine.”

The big question before the fight was if Justin's wrestling was good enough to defend Khabib's takedowns. The answer was a resounding no. Khabib made him look like an amateur when he took it to the ground. Total domination.

Walks away with nothing else left to prove. Truly the goat of light weight. Thank you khabib

Even in loss he acts like a winner✨. I hope he becomes the next champion🔥

How can u not love this guy? Big Respect for both Fighters!!!

After this fight, people should realize how tiring it is to always anticipate a takedown. Khabib renders elite strikers into being mediocre. I still maintain, Tony Ferguson has the only realistic chance, stylistically speaking. Tony's whole game plan is literally not giving a *#$@ about being taken down. His retirement is a dagger to my heart.

*People* Before fight: Justin is a D1 wrestler he will not get taken down. After fight: Khabibs wrestling is something different nobody can match him.

I think he is more honoured that he could fight the GOAT once in his life than losing this match...

When u hear from your opponent he's very strong... that means alottt We will miss khabib #legend

he handled that loss like ive never seen anyone take a loss before.. seemed so genuine and real and happy for khabib

Justin now knows that Khabib is on a different level like when he said all Khabib's opponents were not strong..He is now another number easily added to Khabib's resume.

I'm glad he took this loss well. I know he'll learn from this and be an even better fighter. I believe him and Dustin are the future of this division.

It is the most unique fight I have ever seen. High level of respect, great performance of champion and retirement. And Justin... He is a true warrior... Unique emotions after this. I don't even know should I cry or smile...

Hated seeing him go to sleep when he had already tapped.

This Dude Totally Destroyed And ate Tony Ferguson and Khabib Beats Him Like Nothing.👊👑🔥

Khabib's jaw has been tested again, His jaw is really good, Stop doubting him.

Leg kick opened up the take down and looked like it angered khabib a bit. That was a dominant submission.

My adrenaline was on another level watching this fight.

Man.. Justin I got huge respect for u for not being like Mc Gregor ..huge respect bro💪💪 And I wish my brother khabib a good life ahead ..May Allah's blessings be with u ..

Gaethje actually had an absolute W here in that he got to fight the goat ufc fighter in his final fight and most likely gets to fight for the championship in his next fight anyways

So nice to see all the Class & Respect coming from both sides. #TrueMartialArtist

Congratulations to the Champ and respect for Gaethje!

He'll be the champion for sure! He's the best man after khabib

Lovely guy, wanna see him & Tony rematch for the vacant title. Tony earned his title shot years ago, & he deserves a full training camp for it

You are the gentleman..huge respect. Your parent must be really proud of u too..good family raised a good gentleman..wish you become a champion really soon.

Seeing him smile even after he lost is so emotional we love you Justin and believe me when i say this keep your head up man you will be back victorious even without Khabib even you wanted to beat him so bad but there is no problem for that the man is a monster..you are still a dangerous 155er that will be appreciated forever

U gonna be the next champ Justin, much respect 👏👏

Pound for pound most entertaining fighter

So humble, so authentic, how can you not be a fan!!!

Justin u showed that u r a professional fightr,, Khabib's retirement is full of emotions tears cannot be stopped

After the first round " They don't Believe "

We must all appreciate Justin as well, good man. He is the next champ :-)

Since the the GOAT Khabib retired, from now on I support Justin Gaethje. He is a realy humble man and I would love to see him fight Conor McGregor.

Real characters show in hard moments, when we lose. Respect and admiration, Justin.

I'm a fan of Khabib but I have respect for Gaethje even though he lost the fight he showed good sportsmanship when he consoled Khabib after the fight I hope he does well in the next match!

Justin Gaethje during the fight: Fall asleep Justin Gaethje after the fight: " I Felt Alive"

Thank you, Justin. Great guy. Good luck in your further career.

I love his mindset so much!!

Khabib, Gaethje, Tony, Al Laquinta.. These are the people you look up to in the lightweight division.. Humble, hard-working and respectful.. Living legends..

I remember the first time I seen him fight was at WSOF. The first 15 seconds he made me a fan. If your in to any kind of combat sport how can you not love this guy. I knew Khabib was going to win but I love Justin’s attitude. I hope he gets to fight Conor.