Gaethje's Title Win Ranks Among Oldest Lightweight Championship Victories in UFC History

At 37 years, 7 months, and 2 days old, Justin Gaethje's victory over Ilia Topuria stands as the second-oldest lightweight title win in UFC history across the lower weight classes. Only Valentina Shevchenko's win over Weili Zhang at 37 years, 8 months, and 9 days surpasses it among UFC champions at 155 pounds and below.