Dustin Poirier and Islam Makhachev: Most people consider Islam Makhachev to be one of the UFC’s best prospects. His victories over Alexander Volkanovski and Charles Oliveira to win titles have added to his growing stature on the squad.
Although the Russian fighter has a strong winning record and has given standout performances, it has not participated in the cage in a long time. Islam has become a fan favorite in recent years thanks to his exciting performances inside the cage.
The Russian mixed martial artist was originally supposed to square off against the victors of the lightweight divisions at UFC 300. The outcome of the bouts between Charles Oliveira and Arman Tsarukiyan and Justin Gaethje and Max Holloway was anticipated to determine Makhachev’s next opponent. But according to recent remarks made by a well-known UFC manager, things might be shifting.
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Dustin Poirier Vs Islam Makhachev: Will it happen?
A match between Poirier and Makhachev seems like a lot of fun on paper. Regretfully, for fans of the UFC, it is now extremely unlikely to occur. Many competitors are in line to compete for Dustin Poirier’s belt, so he can bypass them. The next contender for the title will probably be the victor of Tsarukyan vs. Oliveira.
Furthermore, contenders for the crown such as Justin Gaethje also have a compelling case. As a result, it is quite doubtful that Dustin Poirier will be allowed to defend the title by the UFC. Before he has a third chance to win the title, “The Diamond” needs to achieve at least one or two more victories.
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Following his thrilling triumph, professional American mixed martial artist Dustin Poirier was full of energy and motivation. He wasted no time in tagging the winner, Islam Makhachev, on social media last night with the message “Islam in June.”
The winner of Dagestan, Islam Makhachev, had already congratulated Dustin after the bout. He reacted fast, reposting the message from his potential opponent along with some sword emoticons and two hands shaking hands.
Dustin Poirier appears to have picked June on purpose to issue Makhachev with a challenge to a duel. MMA fighters rarely compete during Ramadan, and Makhachev is presently fasting during this time. Poirier believes that by holding the bout in June, Islam will have the time to heal and prepare for the fight.
It is claimed that Dustin Poirier and Islam Makhachev will face off after UFC 300.
There seems to be more to the reports that Makhachev will face the UFC 300 victors than just that.
‘The Diamond’ and Islam Makhachev’s manager, Ali Abdelaziz, were seen talking about a possible fight backstage at UFC 299 between Dustin Poirier and the Russian.
