Islam Makhachev successfully defends lightweight title at UFC 302
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Islam Makhachev successfully defends lightweight title at UFC 302

Al Jazeera  

The Russian defeated veteran Dustin Poirier with a fifth-round submission to defend his UFC lightweight belt in the USA. Islam Makhachev held on to his lightweight belt, getting Dustin Poirier to tap out in the fifth round of their main event bout at UFC 302 in Newark, New Jersey. Entering the fifth round on Saturday night, the Russian was sporting a substantial forehead cut as a result of repeated takedowns by Poirer, 35, in the third and fourth rounds. But it was Makhachev who turned the tables on Poirer, winning by submission at 2:42 of the final round and has now prevailed in 14 straight UFC fights, a streak that started with a victory over Chris Wade on September 17, 2016.

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From Puja Tomar’s historical win to du Plessis’ domination: Top 5 UFC fights of 2024
4 days, 16 hours ago

From Puja Tomar’s historical win to du Plessis’ domination: Top 5 UFC fights of 2024

The Hindu  

An eventful year in the Ultimate Fighting Championship came to a close on December 15, with France’s Joaquin Buckley handing welterweight veteran Colby Covington his second consecutive loss. From India’s own Puja Tomar’s historic win to Jon Jones’ victory that forced Stipe Miocic into retirement, here are the top five fights of 2024: Islam Makhachev continues domination Midway through the …

UFC 311 main cards announced: Makhachev, Dvalishvili to defend lightweight, bantamweight titles
2 weeks, 4 days ago

UFC 311 main cards announced: Makhachev, Dvalishvili to defend lightweight, bantamweight titles

The Hindu  

The first numbered event of the Ultimate Fighting Championship of 2025 will feature two title bouts, scheduled to take place on 18 January in Los Angeles. Islam Makhachev will defend his lightweight title for the fifth time when he faces Arman Tsarukyan of Armenia in the main event. Read our other UFC stories - HERE Makhachev, on the other hand, …

Dustin Poirier refuses to retire ‘on a loss’ and names ideal opponents for next UFC fight
5 months ago

Dustin Poirier refuses to retire ‘on a loss’ and names ideal opponents for next UFC fight

The Independent  

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UFC: Major twist in Conor McGregor vs Michael Chandler saga as Islam Makhachev fight is offered
5 months, 2 weeks ago

UFC: Major twist in Conor McGregor vs Michael Chandler saga as Islam Makhachev fight is offered

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Arman Tsarukyan suspended for nine months after striking fan during UFC 300 walkout
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Arman Tsarukyan suspended for nine months after striking fan during UFC 300 walkout

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UFC Fight Night: Whittaker secures first-round KO win over Aliskerov; Volkov beats Pavlovich in co-main
6 months ago

UFC Fight Night: Whittaker secures first-round KO win over Aliskerov; Volkov beats Pavlovich in co-main

The Hindu  

Robert Whittaker built upon his new found form in the middleweight division as he secured a first-round knockout win over Ikram Aliskerov in the UFC Fight Night at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh on Sunday. Read our other UFC/MMA stories - HERE Whittaker wanted to make a statement in the UFC’s maiden voyage to Kingdom Arena and he certainly did …

UFC 302 LIVE: Dustin Poirier vs Islam Makhachev fight updates and results as champion retains in final round
6 months, 3 weeks ago

UFC 302 LIVE: Dustin Poirier vs Islam Makhachev fight updates and results as champion retains in final round

The Independent  

✕ Close Conor McGregor announces UFC return Dustin Poirier was denied a fairytale ending to his story in the Octagon on Saturday, as Islam Makhachev submitted the fan favourite to retain the lightweight title at UFC 302. Poirier, 35, was fighting for the title for the third time, having previously suffered submission losses to Khabib Nurmagomedov in 2019 and Charles …

Makhachev beats Poirier by submission at UFC 302 to defend lightweight title
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Makhachev beats Poirier by submission at UFC 302 to defend lightweight title

Associated Press  

NEWARK, N.J. — Islam Makhachev had a desperate opponent in front of him and much of a sold-out crowd against him. Makhachev defended his lightweight title and extended his winning streak to 14 fights, the third longest in UFC history, by getting a submission victory over Dustin Poirier in the fifth round on Saturday night at UFC 302. Overcoming one …

Makhachev doesn’t want to retire Poirier at UFC 302, just beat him in the lightweight title clash
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Makhachev doesn’t want to retire Poirier at UFC 302, just beat him in the lightweight title clash

Associated Press  

JERSEY CITY, N.J. — Islam Makhachev understood the reasons why Dustin Poirier would consider retirement after their lightweight title clash in the main event of UFC 302. “For the legacy, it’s going to be maybe the biggest name on the list.” The 32-year-old Makhachev is set for his third title defense since winning the 155-pound belt in 2022. “I’m the …

At 35, Dustin Poirier knows time is running out to win UFC lightweight crown
6 months, 3 weeks ago

At 35, Dustin Poirier knows time is running out to win UFC lightweight crown

Associated Press  

JERSEY CITY, N.J. — Dustin Poirier was beaten up so badly in one UFC fight, he suffered a partially torn quadriceps that eventually made his leg swell so much on a flight, he compared the gnarly sight to a swollen, stuffed sausage. “It’s my dream to fight someone like Dustin, a big name in this sport,” Makhachev said. One of …

UFC 302: Conor McGregor makes bold Islam Makhachev vs Dustin Poirier prediction
7 months ago

UFC 302: Conor McGregor makes bold Islam Makhachev vs Dustin Poirier prediction

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Islam Makhachev defends title against Dustin Poirier at UFC 302; Conor McGregor returns for UFC 303
8 months, 1 week ago

Islam Makhachev defends title against Dustin Poirier at UFC 302; Conor McGregor returns for UFC 303

The Hindu  

The UFC 300 came to a close with Alex Pereira successfully defending his light heavyweight belt with a first-round knockout win over Jamahal Hill on Sunday. Just after the proceedings of the main event, UFC CEO Dana White announced two mouth-watering main event fights: UFC 302 and 303. Islam Makhachev will defend his lightweight title for the third time against …

UFC Saudi Arabia cards announced: Whittaker vs Chimaev to headline event
8 months, 3 weeks ago

UFC Saudi Arabia cards announced: Whittaker vs Chimaev to headline event

The Hindu  

Saudi Arabia’s long-awaited opportunity to host the Ultimate Fighting Championship has finally become a reality as former middleweight champion Robert Whittaker will take on Khamzat Chimaev on June 22, the promotion’s CEO Dana White announced on Thursday. Whittaker is coming off a bounce-back win over Paulo Costa at UFC 298, while Chimaev’s last outing saw him outduel former welterweight king …

UFC 295 LIVE results: Aspinall knocks out Pavlovich before Pereira stops Prochazka
1 year, 1 month ago

UFC 295 LIVE results: Aspinall knocks out Pavlovich before Pereira stops Prochazka

The Independent  

✕ Close UFC champion Alex Volkanovski opens up on mental health after loss Tom Aspinall claimed the interim UFC heavyweight title on Saturday night, knocking out Sergei Pavlovich in the first round in New York City. The main event of UFC 295 was due to see Jon Jones defend the heavyweight title against divisional great Stipe Miocic, but that bout …

UFC 295: Tom Aspinall becomes Britain’s third champion with first-round KO of Sergei Pavlovich
1 year, 1 month ago

UFC 295: Tom Aspinall becomes Britain’s third champion with first-round KO of Sergei Pavlovich

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Tom Aspinall wins UFC interim heavyweight title with 69-second knockout
1 year, 1 month ago

Tom Aspinall wins UFC interim heavyweight title with 69-second knockout

Al Jazeera  

Meanwhile, Alex Pereira was crowned light heavyweight champion at UFC 295 after he stopped Jiri Prochazka. Tom Aspinall beat Sergei Pavlovich to become the first British heavyweight to win a UFC title, while Alex Pereira used a series of elbows to Jiri Prochazka’s head to win the vacant light heavyweight championship in the UFC 295 title fights at Madison Square …

Conor McGregor tipped to fight Khabib Nurmagomedov protege Islam Makhachev next
1 year, 1 month ago

Conor McGregor tipped to fight Khabib Nurmagomedov protege Islam Makhachev next

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UFC 294 LIVE: Volkanovski vs Makhachev and Chimaev vs Usman – fight results
1 year, 2 months ago

UFC 294 LIVE: Volkanovski vs Makhachev and Chimaev vs Usman – fight results

The Independent  

✕ Close Jake Paul mocks KSI after loss to Tommy Fury Islam Makhachev stunned Alexander Volkanovski with a first-round knockout on Saturday, retaining the lightweight title in their rematch at UFC 294. In February, Makhachev outpointed Volkanovski – who holds the featherweight belt – in the latter’s native Australia, in a competitive clash that left many fans desiring a rematch. …

Khabib explains why he wasn’t in Islam Makhachev’s corner at UFC 294
1 year, 2 months ago

Khabib explains why he wasn’t in Islam Makhachev’s corner at UFC 294

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UFC 294: Islam Makhachev stuns Alexander Volkanovski with head-kick KO in first round
1 year, 2 months ago

UFC 294: Islam Makhachev stuns Alexander Volkanovski with head-kick KO in first round

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Makhachev stops Volkanovski in first round to retain UFC lightweight crown
1 year, 2 months ago

Makhachev stops Volkanovski in first round to retain UFC lightweight crown

Al Jazeera  

Lightweight champion Islam Makhachev has retained his title with a first-round stoppage of Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 294, an Ultimate Fighting Championship event in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Featherweight champion Volkanovski of Australia, taking the fight on just 11 days’ notice, moved up to the 155-pound limit to be a replacement for former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira, who suffered …

Islam Makhachev KNOCKS OUT Alexander Volkanovski after landing stunning head kick at UFC 294, with Russian defending his title in emphatic style following Khamzat Chimaev's win over Kamaru Usman in co
1 year, 2 months ago

Islam Makhachev KNOCKS OUT Alexander Volkanovski after landing stunning head kick at UFC 294, with Russian defending his title in emphatic style following Khamzat Chimaev's win over Kamaru Usman in co

Daily Mail  

Islam Makhachev delivered a spectacular head kick to extinguish Alexander Volkanovski's dream of becoming a two-weight champion at UFC 294. Islam Makhachev landed this head kick and it was the telling blow, leading to the first round finish at UFC 294. The Russian put a finger to his lips as he walked cooly away with his opponent receiving treatment Makhachev …

UFC 294: Islam Makhachev KOs Alexander Volkanovski to retain lightweight belt
1 year, 2 months ago

UFC 294: Islam Makhachev KOs Alexander Volkanovski to retain lightweight belt

The Hindu  

Russia’s Islam Makhachev scored a stunning first-round knockout victory over Alexander Volkanovski to retain his lightweight title at Saturday’s UFC 294 event in Abu Dhabi, handing the Australian his first KO loss in over a decade. Reigning featherweight champ Volkanovski stepped up a division to fight Makhachev for the lightweight title in February and lost by decision, and when Makhachev’s …

UFC 294 - Makhachev vs Volkanovski: Lightweight title LIVE streaming details, full fight cards, stats
1 year, 2 months ago

UFC 294 - Makhachev vs Volkanovski: Lightweight title LIVE streaming details, full fight cards, stats

The Hindu  

The UFC 294 main event features a highly anticipated rematch for the UFC lightweight title with Islam Makhachev defending his title against Alexander Volkanovski for a second consecutive fight. FOLLOW | UFC 294 Makhachev vs Volkanovski LIVE Key stats: Islam Makhachev Alexander Volkanovski Age 31 35 Height/weight 178cm/70.3kg 168cm/70.08 Reach 179.1cm 181.6cm Record 24-1-0 26-2-0 Recent form W-W-W-W-W W-L-W-W-W The …

UFC 294: Charles Oliveira replaced by Alexander Volkanovski in Islam Makhachev fight
1 year, 2 months ago

UFC 294: Charles Oliveira replaced by Alexander Volkanovski in Islam Makhachev fight

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Justin Gaethje knocks out Dustin Poirier in second round to win UFC 291 lightweight bout
1 year, 4 months ago

Justin Gaethje knocks out Dustin Poirier in second round to win UFC 291 lightweight bout

The Hindu  

Justin Gaethje knocked out Dustin Poirier with a head kick one minute into the second round to win the main event lightweight bout at UFC 291 on Saturday night. UFC 291 HIGHLIGHTS It was Gaethje’s 20th win by knockout or TKO and his seventh victory in his last nine fights. Alex Pereira defeated Jan Blachowicz by split decision in a …

UFC 287: How did Alex Pereira become middleweight champion beating Adesanya within four fights in the Octagon?
1 year, 8 months ago

UFC 287: How did Alex Pereira become middleweight champion beating Adesanya within four fights in the Octagon?

The Hindu  

Alex Pereira’s thumping win at UFC 281 in November 2022 flared up the middleweight division as he ended Israel Adesanya’s near-three-year dominance in the Octagon. Adesanya’s middleweight record, however, remained unblemished until the Brazilian Pereira emerged to subdue the champion in a five-round clash that almost lasted the distance. Staying true to his nickname ‘Poatan’, which translates to ‘Stone Hands’ …

UFC 284: Islam Makhachev beats Alexander Volkanovski to defend lightweight title
1 year, 10 months ago

UFC 284: Islam Makhachev beats Alexander Volkanovski to defend lightweight title

The Hindu  

Islam Makhachev defied a rowdy crowd and a sustained challenge from Alexander Volkanovski on Sunday to cement his supremacy in the UFC lightweight division in a grueling fight in Perth, Western Australia. In the main event of UFC 284, Makhachev defended his 155-pound belt with an unanimous decision and claimed the title of best pound-for-pound fighter from featherweight champion Australian …

UFC 284 LIVE results, updates: Makhachev retains lightweight title; Rodriguez beats Emmett to clinch featherweight belt
1 year, 10 months ago

UFC 284 LIVE results, updates: Makhachev retains lightweight title; Rodriguez beats Emmett to clinch featherweight belt

The Hindu  

Hello and welcome to Sportstar’s highlights of the Ultimate Fighting Championship 284. Islam Makhachev vs Alexander Volkanovski - Stat sheet Islam Makhachev Record: 23-1-0 Height: 177.8 cm Weight: 70.31 kg Reach: 70” Last five results: W-W-W-W-W 4 wins by knockout, nil by submission Debut: 2010 Defending lightweight champion Alexander Volkanovski Record: 25 - 1 - 0 Height: 167.64 cm Weight: …

Islam Makhachev vs Alexander Volkanosvski - UFC 284: Date, start time, channel, stream, undercard
1 year, 10 months ago

Islam Makhachev vs Alexander Volkanosvski - UFC 284: Date, start time, channel, stream, undercard

Daily Mail  

Islam Makhachev will defend his UFC lightweight title for the first time in enemy territory when he faces Alexander Volkanovski in Australia at UFC 284. Islam Makhachev will fight Alexander Volkanovski this weekend in Perth Conor McGregor was the first fighter in the history of the UFC to win two belts simultaneously With Volkanovski moving up to lightweight, the featherweight …

UFC 284: Alex Volkanovski outlines key to victory over Islam Makhachev
1 year, 10 months ago

UFC 284: Alex Volkanovski outlines key to victory over Islam Makhachev

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Israel Adesanya vs Alex Pereira - UFC 281 LIVE: Stream, latest updates and results tonight
2 years, 1 month ago

Israel Adesanya vs Alex Pereira - UFC 281 LIVE: Stream, latest updates and results tonight

The Independent  

✕ Close UFC women's strawweight Zhang Weili lifts heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou Israel Adesanya’s three-year reign as UFC middleweight champion came to an end on Saturday night, as he was stopped by old kickboxing rival Alex Pereira in the final round. Pereira entered New York City, Madison Square Garden, and the main event of UFC 281 with two wins over …

UFC 280 results: Islam Makhachev submits Charles Oliveira to win lightweight title
2 years, 2 months ago

UFC 280 results: Islam Makhachev submits Charles Oliveira to win lightweight title

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UFC 280 HIGHLIGHTS, results: Makhachev beats Oliveira to clinch lightweight title; Aljamain Sterling retains bantamweight belt
2 years, 2 months ago

UFC 280 HIGHLIGHTS, results: Makhachev beats Oliveira to clinch lightweight title; Aljamain Sterling retains bantamweight belt

The Hindu  

Hello and welcome to Sportstar’s Highlights of the UFC fight night 280. First round comes to an end with that Round 2: Oliveira lands a good kick to Makhachev’s face to start things off. Charles Oliveira by submission, time - 3.17, round - 2 Charles Oliveira - Key stats On a 11 match winning streak Most submissions in UFC history …

Charles Oliveira vs Islam Makhachev - UFC 280 RESULT - Russian wins lightweight title
2 years, 2 months ago

Charles Oliveira vs Islam Makhachev - UFC 280 RESULT - Russian wins lightweight title

Daily Mail  

Islam Makhachev dominated almost every exchange for as long as the UFC 280 title fight lasted The UFC has a new superstar after Islam Makhachev stepped out of Khabib Nurmagomedov's shadow to claim the UFC lightweight championship. Islam Makhachev dominated Charles Oliveira before submitting him in the second round to become champion Khabib Nurmagomedov embraced his friend and protege after …

Best fights to watch at UFC 280 outside of Islam Makhachev vs Charles Oliveira in Abu Dhabi
2 years, 2 months ago

Best fights to watch at UFC 280 outside of Islam Makhachev vs Charles Oliveira in Abu Dhabi

Daily Mail  

UFC 280 in Abu Dhabi is unquestionably the card of the year so far UFC 280 is undoubtedly the card of the year so far, stacked with eye-catching match-ups from the pre-lims onwards. Saturday night in Abu Dhabi will of course culminate with Islam Makhachev's lightweight title fight against Charles Oliveira. While Volkan Oezdemir, Belal Muhammad and Beneil Dariush also …

Islam Makhachev slams Charles Oliveira for being 'scared to fight' him
2 years, 7 months ago

Islam Makhachev slams Charles Oliveira for being 'scared to fight' him

Daily Mail  

Islam Makhachev has hit out at Charles Oliveira for chasing supposedly easier fights than him against Conor McGregor or Nate Diaz. Charles Oliveira defeated Justin Gaethje in the main event of UFC 274 on Saturday Oliveira, who was stripped of his belt for missing weight before submitting Justin Gaethje on Saturday night, mentioned McGregor by name in his post-fight interview. …

Khabib tells Dana White he 'has no choice' but to give Islam Makhachev fight vs Charles Oliveira
2 years, 7 months ago

Khabib tells Dana White he 'has no choice' but to give Islam Makhachev fight vs Charles Oliveira

Daily Mail  

Khabib Nurmagomedov thinks Makhachev must be next for Oliveira Brazilian is running out of top challengers but Islam Makhachev is an option He had his title stripped for missing weight but remains dominant in the division Charles Oliveira proved himself again as the best lightweight in the UFC Khabib Nurmagomedov is adamant that his protege Islam Makhachev must fight Charles …

UFC 271 results: Israel Adesanya overcomes rival Robert Whittaker again with narrow decision win
2 years, 10 months ago

UFC 271 results: Israel Adesanya overcomes rival Robert Whittaker again with narrow decision win

The Independent  

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UFC 269: Five fights to make after Dustin Poirier falls at final hurdle and Julianna Pena stuns Amanda Nunes
3 years ago

UFC 269: Five fights to make after Dustin Poirier falls at final hurdle and Julianna Pena stuns Amanda Nunes

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Conor McGregor reacts to Dustin Poirier’s title fight defeat by Charles Oliveira at UFC 269
3 years ago

Conor McGregor reacts to Dustin Poirier’s title fight defeat by Charles Oliveira at UFC 269

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UFC 269 results as Charles Oliveira retains lightweight title by submitting Dustin Poirier
3 years ago

UFC 269 results as Charles Oliveira retains lightweight title by submitting Dustin Poirier

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UFC 269: Charles Oliveira submits Dustin Poirier
3 years ago

UFC 269: Charles Oliveira submits Dustin Poirier

The Hindu  

Charles Oliveira's first defense of his UFC lightweight title was one to remember. The native of Brazil took on one of the sport's toughest fighters in Dustin Poirier and defeated him in a wild bout at the main event of UFC 269 in Las Vegas on Saturday night. The time of the stoppage was 1:02 of the third round as …

UFC 269: Dustin Poirier, Charles Oliveira aim to end memorable year with title – Firstpost
3 years ago

UFC 269: Dustin Poirier, Charles Oliveira aim to end memorable year with title – Firstpost

Firstpost  

Charles Oliveira takes on Poirier on Saturday night in Las Vegas to close the promotion’s final pay-per-view show of a big year for both men. “More people follow you, more sponsors come around, so I took advantage, but I always stay humble and remember where I came from.” Oliveira’s achievements are impressive: He holds the UFC record for the most …

UFC 264: Conor McGregor announces July trilogy fight against Dustin Poirier
3 years, 8 months ago

UFC 264: Conor McGregor announces July trilogy fight against Dustin Poirier

The Hindu  

Former two-weight UFC champion Conor McGregor is set for a third fight against Dustin Poirier, who became the first man to knock him out in January. McGregor quickly knocked Poirier out in a featherweight contest in 2014 during his meteoric UFC rise, but the American's savage leg kicks secured a TKO win over the Irishman when the two met again …

EXCLUSIVE | 'I used my striking game': Islam Makhachev recalls 'hard sparring' with Khabib Nurmagomedov
3 years, 9 months ago

EXCLUSIVE | 'I used my striking game': Islam Makhachev recalls 'hard sparring' with Khabib Nurmagomedov

Hindustan Times  

Islam Makhachev is making his return to the Octagon after more than a year. Makhachev has an impressive record of 18 wins and only one loss and is a former teammate of retired lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov. He has been talked highly by his peers as the likes of former heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier, celebrated MMA coach Javier Mendez and …

Conor McGregor's Viral Knockout Photo from UFC Match Unleashes Meme-fest on Internet
3 years, 10 months ago

Conor McGregor's Viral Knockout Photo from UFC Match Unleashes Meme-fest on Internet

News 18  

Last week, American Mixed Martial Arts star Dustin Poirier landed a shocking victory by knocking out Irish Conor McGregor in the second round of UFC 257 at the Etihad Arena on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. Wait till he fights the best of meThe best of Conor: #UFC257 pic.twitter.com/7BL2TAaNJp — 💯♦️🚨™️ January 24, 2021 While another UFC fan pointed out …

Dustin Poirier targets Lightweight title after shock win over Conor McGregor at UFC 257
3 years, 10 months ago

Dustin Poirier targets Lightweight title after shock win over Conor McGregor at UFC 257

The Hindu  

The experts and fans didn’t give him a chance, his opponent’s coach didn’t see him lasting long, and the betting odds were truly against him before Dustin Poirier began trading blows with Conor McGregor in the UFC octagon. Speaking to McGregor after the fight, he said he took his coach’s word seriously when he was told the scars of their …

Conor McGregor vs Dustin Poirier: UFC lightweight division left in limbo after Notorious’ shock defeat
3 years, 10 months ago

Conor McGregor vs Dustin Poirier: UFC lightweight division left in limbo after Notorious’ shock defeat

The Independent  

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