Dustin Poirier, Islam Makhachev and The Bat

Dustin Poirier weighs-in on if Ilia Topuria deserves title shot vs. Islam Makhachev
Perennial contender Dustin Poirier has weighed in on Ilia Topuria's lightweight move. The former UFC interim lightweight champion used to be a featherweight like Topuria, moving up to 155lbs after a 2014 loss to Conor McGregor before hitting his stride in the years that followed.
Dustin Poirier Backs Ilia Topuria For ‘Right Off The Bat’ Title Shot Against Islam Makhachev
Dustin Poirier believes Ilia Topuria should fight champion Islam Makhachev for the lightweight title immediately after vacating his featherweight belt.
Dustin Poirier reacts to Ilia Topuria’s move to 155: ‘I would give him a crack at the lightweight title right off the bat’
Dustin Poirier gives his reaction to Ilia Topuria moving up to his division after vacating the UFC featherweight title.
Dustin Poirier doesn’t like Islam Makhachev’s chances at middleweight, same for Ilia Topuria at lightweight
Dustin Poirier says Islam Makhachev could make a lot of noise at welterweight but not so much going all the way up to 185 pounds and the same goes for Ilia Topuria trying to claim the lightweight titl
Dustin Poirier Doesn’t Like Ilia Topuria Or Islam Makhachev’s Chances In Higher Weight Classes
Dustin Poirier discusses Islam Makhachev’s possible move to middleweight and Ilia Topuria’s lightweight ambitions, doubting the latter’s success against the champion.
Dustin Poirier believes Ilia Topuria deserves immediate lightweight title shot following UFC title vacation
Following Ilia Topuria's recent announcement that he will move up to 155lbs, Dustin Poirier has backed him to receive an immediate title shot.
Dustin Poirier torn on Ilia Topuria's chances in potential Islam Makhachev superfight
Dustin Poirier believes Ilia Topuria has the skills to beat Islam Makhachev – but maybe not the size. UFC featherweight champion Topuria (16-0 MMA, 8-0 UFC) is eager to move up a weight class and challenge lightweight champ Makhachev (27-1 MMA,
Ilia Topuria Threatens to Spoil Dustin Poirier's Retirement with UFC Move
UFC head honcho Dana White, in his signature no-nonsense style, sent shockwaves through the MMA world during his latest Instagram Live session, announcing a seismic shake-up in the promotion’s most electrifying division.
Islam Makhachev’s coach takes clear stance on potential Ilia Topuria fight
Javier Mendez says Islam Makhachev welcomes all challengers, and that includes UFC Featherweight Champion Ilia Topuria.
Islam Makhachev's manager: Ilia Topuria needs 'to prove he's legit' at lightweight before title shot
Islam Makhachev’s manager would like to see Ilia Topuria earn his title shot at lightweight. Topuria vacated his UFC featherweight title for a move up to 155 pounds. Lightweight champion Makhachev (27-1 MMA,
Islam Makhachev coach welcomes Ilia Topuria fight: ‘He’s not going to say no’
Coach Javier Mendez looks forward to a potential matchup between UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria.
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Dustin Poirier reveals likely date and ‘incredible’ location for UFC retirement fight
‘The Diamond’ has been flirting with retirement since getting choked out by lightweight champion Islam Makhachev at UFC 302 last June. Dustin Poirier has now committed to ‘one last dance’ before ...
Israel Adesanya pays respect to retiring Dustin Poirier for legendary feat
Dustin Poirier lost to the undefeated Khabib Nurmagomedov for the undisputed title after winning the interim belt against ...
UFC fans concerned for Ilia Topuria and Khamzat Chimaev as shocking stat emerges
Undefeated UFC fighters are dropping like flies in 2025 and fans are taking notice. Jean Matsumoto’s defeat at UFC Seattle on Saturday marked the 11th time this year that an undefeated fighter has ...