Get ready for a clash of titans – UFC 302 Makhachev vs Poirier

NEWARK: Get ready for clash of the titans at Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) 302, where Islam Makhachev will go head-to-head against Dustin Poirier in an eagerly awaited lightweight title bout on Sunday (today).

The action-packed clash will unfold at the Prudential Center in Newark, United States.

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In the octagon, Islam Makhachev is the reigning UFC lightweight champion. He will defend his title against Dustin Poirier, a formidable opponent known for his strength.

Makhachev eagerly agreed to challenge Poirier, riding high on a 13-fight win streak. Meanwhile, Poirier has his sights set on clinching another championship title for his collection.

Hailing from the same region as mixed martial arts (MMA) legend Khabib Nurmagomedov, Makhachev is determined to extend his winning streak and solidify his status as one of the most formidable fighters in the sport. He has faced tough opponents the likes of Alexander Volkanovski and Charles Oliveira.

Meanwhile, Dustin Poirier is a seasoned fighter who has faced off against the likes of Conor McGregor, demonstrating his skill in the octagon.

In addition to the main event, former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland will square off against Paulo Costa in the co-main event. Other matchups will feature Kevin Holland facing Michal Oleksiejczuk, Niko Price against Alex Morono, and Randy Brown versus Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos.

Here are the key details about the main fighters:

Islam Makhachev, 32 years old, stands at a height of 5 feet 8 inches and weighs 70.3 kilograms. His reach extends up to 5 feet 9 inches.

Dustin Poirier, aged 35, has a height of 5 feet 7 inches and weighs 70.3 kilograms. His reach measures an impressive 6 feet!

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Get ready for an epic showdown as two MMA legends go head-to-head. Catch the match airing at 5:00 pm Pakistan Standard Time on Sunday.