In a highly anticipated showdown, Dustin Poirier is gearing up for his third attempt at claiming the undisputed lightweight championship title in the UFC 301 main event against Islam Makhachev this Saturday.
Poirier’s first shot at the belt came five years ago against Khabib Nurmagomedov, where he fell short due to Nurmagomedov’s grappling dominance. Now, Poirier faces a new challenge in Makhachev, who is often compared to Nurmagomedov due to their similar ground-heavy styles.
Despite the comparisons, Poirier’s coach, Mike Brown, emphasizes the differences in their techniques and striking abilities. Brown believes that Poirier is well-prepared to face Makhachev and is confident in his fighter’s skills and conditioning.
With two previous unsuccessful attempts at the title, many believe this could be Poirier’s last chance to claim UFC gold, especially as he approaches his 36th birthday. However, Poirier’s impressive track record in the lightweight division, including numerous post-fight bonuses and headlining events, showcases his resilience and determination.
Brown expresses his belief in Poirier’s readiness for the upcoming fight, highlighting his experience and conditioning as key factors in his potential success. As Poirier gears up for the bout, Brown remains optimistic that this could finally be the moment for Poirier to achieve his long-awaited goal of becoming the undisputed UFC champion.
With the fight just around the corner, fans eagerly await to see if Poirier can overcome the challenges posed by Makhachev and secure the championship title that has eluded him in the past.