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Khabib Nurmagomedov believes Dustin Poirier has lost his competitive fire: “If this switch clicks once, he will never go back. I think his switch clicked.”
Susan Cox - December 27, 2021
Former UFC lightweight kingpin Khabib Nurmagomedov believes Dustin Poirier has lost his competitive fire. After Poirier’s loss to Charles Oliveira at UFC 269, Khabib commented at a recent press conference:
Justin Gaethje responds after being dubbed a fraud by Charles Oliveira: "My respect that night was just as real as my intention to take everything from you in your country"
Christopher Taylor - December 24, 2021
Justin Gaethje has issued a fiery response after being dubbed a fraud by reigning UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira. Oliveira (32-8 MMA) successfully defended his 155lbs title for the first time earlier this month at UFC 269 when he submitted Dustin Poirier with a rear-naked choke in round three (see that here).
Charles Oliveira targets return at UFC 274 in Brazil against Conor McGregor: 'I'm waiting for him'
Cole Shelton - December 22, 2021
Charles Oliveira is looking to fight Conor McGregor next. After Oliveira submitted Dustin Poirier at UFC 269 to defend his lightweight belt for the first time, it seemed certain Justin Gaethje would be next in line. Yet, ‘Do Bronx’ recently came out and said he’d let McGregor jump the line, and now it appears that is his focus as he wants to fight the Irishman next.
Justin Gaethje on his projected UFC title fight with Charles Oliveira: “If my striking isn’t way better than his then I’m f*cked”
Harry Kettle - December 22, 2021
UFC lightweight Justin Gaethje has given a frank assessment of what could happen when he meets Charles Oliveira. At UFC 269, Charles Oliveira submitted Dustin Poirier to successfully retain the UFC lightweight championship. One month prior, Justin Gaethje defeated Michael Chandler via decision at UFC 268 to cement his status as the division’s number one contender.
Justin Gaethje says he will “start throwing dollies everywhere” if Conor McGregor skips the line for a UFC title shot against Charles Oliveira
Harry Kettle - December 20, 2021
Justin Gaethje has made it clear that he won’t be happy if Conor McGregor gets a UFC lightweight title shot ahead of him. While some have started to suggest that the UFC’s bantamweight division is now stronger than what they’ve got at lightweight, it’s still a popular opinion that the 155-pounders produce the most consistent entertainment for fans on a week by week basis. The reigning champion, Charles Oliveira, helped to prove that by submitting Dustin Poirier at UFC 269 to retain the strap.
John Kavanagh reacts to potential Conor McGregor vs. Charles Oliveira fight: "That's one that's gonna get the goosebumps going"
Christopher Taylor - December 18, 2021
John Kavanagh has reacted to a potential fight between his pupil Conor McGregor and reigning UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira. Shortly after ‘Do Bronx’ earned his first career title defense with a third round submission victory over McGregor’s arch rival Dustin Poirier, ‘Notorious’ took to social media with the following question.
Kevin Lee reveals the only way he'd ever fight in the UFC again
Cole Shelton - December 16, 2021
Kevin Lee doesn’t see himself ever fighting for the UFC again unless one major thing happens. Lee was shockingly released from the UFC late last month and inked a multi-fight deal with Khabib Nurmagomedov’s Eagle FC promotion. He will be competing at 165lbs and will make his debut on March 11 and will be paid in bitcoin. Although his focus is on Eagle FC right now, many believe he still should be in the UFC, yet “The Motown Phenom” doesn’t see himself ever stepping back into the Octagon unless he gets to rematch Charles Oliveira.
Charles Oliveira explains why he'd let Conor McGregor jump the line and get the next lightweight title shot
Cole Shelton - December 15, 2021
Charles Oliveira is okay with Conor McGregor getting the next lightweight title shot. Oliveira is coming off the first title defense of his lightweight title where he submitted Dustin Poirier at UFC 269. He won the vacant belt with a KO win over Michael Chandler and now it appears his next fight will be against Justin Gaethje. However, he says he would be open to fighting McGregor next as he knows it would be a massive money fight for him.
What's next for the stars of UFC 269?
Cole Shelton - December 13, 2021
The final UFC pay-per-view of 2021 went down on Saturday as the promotion returned to the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas for a stacked UFC 269 card. The event saw two titles on the line as Charles Oliveira was defending his lightweight title against Dustin Poirier. The co-main event saw Amanda Nunes return to bantamweight to battle Julianna Pena. UFC 269 ended up being a phenomenal card as in the main event it was Oliveira winning by third-round submission after being dropped early. In the co-main event, Pena pulled off a massive upset as she submitted Nunes to dethrone the long-reigning champ. Now, after UFC 269 here is what I think should be next for the four fighters involved in the title fights.
Conor McGregor calls for lightweight title fight against Charles Oliveira
Susan Cox - December 13, 2021
Conor McGregor has his sights set on a lightweight title fight with Charles Oliveira for his Octagon return. McGregor (22-6 MMA) has been on the sidelines ever since suffering a broken leg in his trilogy fight with Dustin Poirier at UFC 264.
Dustin Poirier releases statement following UFC 269 loss to Charles Oliveira
Susan Cox - December 13, 2021
Dustin Poirier has released a statement following his third round submission loss to Charles Oliveira at Saturday night’s UFC 269 event. Poirier (28-7 MMA) and Oliveira (32-8 MMA) collided in the headliner of last weekend’s pay-per-view event at T-Mobile Arena.
Charles Oliveira vs. Justin Gaethje betting odds released
Adam Martin - December 12, 2021
The opening betting odds have been released for a future UFC lightweight title fight between champion Charles Oliveira and Justin Gaethje. Oliveira submitted Dustin Poirier in the third round of their lightweight title main event that headlined this past Saturday’s UFC 269 card. It was the 10th straight win for Oliveira, who had beaten Michael Chandler by stoppage back at UFC 262 earlier this year to win the vacant title. With former UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov now retired, Oliveira is the clear top dog in the world at 155lbs. ‘Do Bronx’ has shown he is an improved version of himself, and that makes him one of the most dangerous finishers in the UFC.
Charles Oliveira issues statement following submission win over Dustin Poirier at UFC 269
Adam Martin - December 12, 2021
UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira issued a statement following his submission win over Dustin Poirier at UFC 269. Oliveira submitted Poirier in the third round with a rear-naked choke in a back-and-forth fight that headlined the UFC 269 pay-per-view. For Oliveira, he had to survive a tough first round where Poirier dropped him to the mat and nearly finished him with strikes. After losing the first round, Oliveira was able to use his grappling skills to win the second round. In the third round, Oliveira was able to get Poirier next to the cage, and then he was able to take his back skillfully and then tap him out with a rear-naked choke. It was an absolutely phenomenal win by Oliveira, who proved once again he’s the best at 155lbs.
Dustin Poirier reacts following loss to Charles Oliveira at UFC 269: "I got choked out again. I’m just heartbroken."
Christopher Taylor - December 12, 2021
Dustin Poirier is not sure if he wants to claw and climb his way back to a title shot following his loss to Charles Oliveira at UFC 269. Poirier (28-7 MMA) and Oliveira (32-8 MMA) collided in the headliner of this evenings pay-per-view event at T-Mobile Arena.
Michael Chandler suggests Dustin Poirier "quit" against Charles Oliveira at UFC 269
Christopher Taylor - December 12, 2021
Michael Chandler believes Dustin Poirier “quit” in his fight with UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira on Saturday night at UFC 269. Poirier (28-7 MMA) and Oliveira (32-8 MMA) collided in the headliner of tonight’s pay-per-view event in Las Vegas.
UFC 269 Bonus Report: Kai Kara-France earns 'POTN' for KO of Cody Garbrandt
Chris Taylor - December 11, 2021
The Octagon remained in Nevada for tonight’s UFC 269 event, a fourteen-bout fight card headlined by Charles Oliveira vs. Dustin Poirier. The highly anticipated lightweight title fight produced one of the craziest opening rounds in UFC history. Dustin Poirier was able to drop Charles Oliveira on two occasions and appeared to be cruising towards his much desired title win. However, in round two ‘Do Bronx’ was able to score an early takedown and road out the round on top while dropping elbows. Then, in round three, Oliveira was able to take the back of ‘The Diamond’ and promptly locked in a rear-naked choke to finish the contest (see that here).
Pros react after Charles Oliveira stops Dustin Poirier at UFC 269
Chris Taylor - December 11, 2021
Tonight’s UFC 269 event was headlined by a lightweight title fight featuring Charles Oliveira taking on challenger Dustin Poirier. Oliveira (32-8 MMA) had captured the promotions vacant 155lbs title back in May, when he stopped Michael Chandler with a TKO in the second round. That win marked ‘Do Bronx’ ninth in a row, with eight of those respective victories coming by finish.
UFC 269 Results: Charles Oliveira stops Dustin Poirier (Video)
Chris Taylor - December 11, 2021
Tonight’s UFC 269 event is headlined by a lightweight title fight featuring Charles Oliveira taking on challenger Dustin Poirier. Oliveira (31-8 MMA) captured the promotions vacant 155lbs title back in May, when he stopped Michael Chandler with a TKO in the second round. That win marked ‘Do Bronx’ ninth in a row, with eight of those respective victories coming by finish.