UFC fighter Dustin Poirier has emerged unscathed from his recent bout at UFC 299 and is already teasing a quick return to the octagon for a title fight against Islam Makhachev.
Poirier, who defeated Conor McGregor in their highly anticipated trilogy fight at UFC 264, has wasted no time in setting his sights on the lightweight title. In a recent interview, he expressed his desire to face Makhachev, who is currently ranked #5 in the division.
The 32-year-old fighter from Louisiana is known for his impressive record of 28 wins and 6 losses in his professional MMA career. He has proven himself to be a formidable opponent in the lightweight division, with notable wins over top contenders such as Max Holloway, Justin Gaethje, and Eddie Alvarez.
Poirier’s victory over McGregor at UFC 264 was a major turning point in his career, solidifying his position as one of the top fighters in the division. However, he is not content with just one win and is eager to continue his winning streak by taking on Makhachev.
Makhachev, a 29-year-old fighter from Russia, is also on a winning streak with 9 consecutive victories in the UFC. He has been making a name for himself in the lightweight division and has his sights set on the title as well.
Poirier and Makhachev have yet to face each other in the octagon, but their potential matchup has already generated a lot of buzz among MMA fans. Both fighters possess impressive skills and have proven themselves to be top contenders in the division.
While there is no official confirmation of a title fight between Poirier and Makhachev, Poirier’s quick return to the octagon after his recent win has certainly sparked speculation. Fans are eagerly waiting to see if this highly anticipated matchup will come to fruition.
In the meantime, Poirier continues to train and prepare for his next fight, keeping his eyes firmly on the prize – the UFC lightweight title. With his determination and skill, he is sure to put up a tough fight against whoever stands in his way.
As the MMA world eagerly awaits the announcement of Poirier’s next opponent, one thing is for sure – the lightweight division is heating up and Poirier is at the center of it all.
