When it comes to rivalries in the UFC, there are plenty to mention. Among the current rivalries, the one between Dustin Poirier and Conor McGregor stands out as one of the most exciting. Poirier has competed in the UFC since 2010. He has proven to be a valuable asset to the company. Poirier recently faced the lightweight champion, Islam Makhachev, and suffered a tough defeat.
Many fans and experts think Poirier might retire as he will not fight for a title anytime soon. Moreover, the lightweight veteran said he wouldn’t call Dana White for a fight. However, Poirier might have altered the plans. Just last night, he took to social media to express his desire to fight Makhachev again for the championship belt.
If arman can’t fight let’s go again @MAKHACHEVMMA. I’m cool I don’t need the cash I just want the blood.
Dustin Poirier via X
Islam Makhachev is currently in his best shape and dominating everyone at 155. Under Khabib Nurmagomedov’s guidance, Makhachev can be seen as an impossible wall to break. Arman Tsarukyan was next in line for the champion to defend his title against. However, things took a little different turn, and the fight may not happen soon.
The Last Dance. Let em know
— The Diamond (@DustinPoirier) July 1, 2024
Tsarukyan received a nine-month suspension for the UFC 300 assault incident. He punched a fan during his walkout. The Commission will reduce it to six months if Tsarukyan complies with their terms. With Arman Tsarukyan potentially out for the time being, Poirier thinks he can fight Makhachev again. Well, what Poirier’s tweets indicate is that he wants to compete at least one more time.
Dustin Poirier wants one more shot against Conor McGregor
Poirier and McGregor’s rivalry goes way back. Both have been known to give each other a hard time in the octagon. As for their rivalry, Poirier has defeated McGregor twice. The fighters had bad blood for each other since the day they fought at UFC 264.
Dustin Poirier and Conor McGregor (Via Imago)Speaking of opportunity, who would not love to go against Conor McGregor? McGregor is all about big-money fights. Who would want to get their hands on that? Dustin Poirier teased McGregor and a potential fourth fight as well last night as well.
Hey Conor McGregor it felt so nice, I did it twice ya bumskie.
Dustin Poirier via X
This doesn’t mean that Poirier vs. McGregor will happen again. Whether it’s Poirier vs. Makhachev or Poirier vs. McGregor, any of these fights would be a treat for MMA fans. Based on the comments made, Poirier might have gotten under the skin of his fellow competitors, so watching how they respond will be fun.
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