Dustin Poirier has scheduled his final fight.
On Friday`s episode of The Pat McAfee Show, “The Diamond” revealed his final opponent will be long-standing rival Max Holloway. They are set for a trilogy fight, headlining UFC 318 on July 19 in New Orleans, Louisiana – Poirier`s home state. Holloway`s “BMF” title will be contested.
This upcoming bout marks their third encounter, with Poirier currently holding a 2-0 advantage. Their first fight was in February 2012 during Holloway`s UFC debut, where Poirier won via triangle armbar submission. Seven years later, at UFC 236, they fought again for an interim lightweight belt. Poirier secured another victory after a five-round war, a fight often hailed as one of the best championship bouts in UFC history.
Overall, the reaction to this pairing of future legends has been largely positive, with fans and fellow fighters anticipating Poirier concluding his unique career with an exciting fight. Nevertheless, some individuals are questioning the necessity of a third fight and whether it signifies a potential endpoint not only for Poirier but possibly for Holloway and the “BMF” title as well.
