Justin Gaethje has congratulated rival Charles Oliveira after being choked out in the opening round of his UFC 274 title shot.
The American star was looking to become champion at 155lb at the second time of asking against Oliveira in Arizona last night. However he fell short once again after being choked out just beyond the midway point of the opening round.
Gaethje has since posted his first words since defeat on social media, tweeting: "Name of the game. Appreciate all the love. Congratulations to Charles Oliveira." The American star previously challenged for the 155lb title against Khabib Nurmagomedov in 2020 but was also by submission.