UFC Fight Island: Dana White Reveals Massive News for Conor McGregor vs Dustin Poirier
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Conor McGregor’s highly anticipated return to the UFC Octagon inched towards reality as Dana White shared some positive news. The rumors about the fight between Conor McGregor and ‘The Diamond’ have been swirling around for some time now. Recent developments suggest that the fight is one signature away from being announced.
The two men have previously fought before at UFC 178. Circumstances at the time were a lot different than they are today. ‘The Notorious’ was an up-and-coming fighter looking to make his name in the UFC.
Dustin, on the other hand, was an established star in the featherweight division. McGregor’s win over ‘The Diamond’ shifted his perception from a ‘prospect’ to a bonafide star. Six years on a lot has changed; however, both men remain among the best in their new division.
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Read: Conor McGregor makes a bold prediction for Dustin Poirier rematch
Conor McGregor vs Dustin Poirier will be during UFC’s return to Fight Island
Speaking about Conor McGregor vs Dustin Poirier, White said, “Jan. 23 on Fight Island, if everything goes according to plans. There are a ton of if’s right now. I have to see where the world is at in the next couple of months.”
It is understood that Dustin Poirier has signed the agreement for the bout. The UFC sent McGregor the bout agreement on Tuesday, but he is yet to sign it.
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The fight comes a little over a year after the last time Conor fought in the octagon. He started off 2020 with a stunning 40-second knockout over ‘Cowboy’. Following his win, ‘The Notorious’ vowed to stay incredibly active in 2020.
However, the pandemic and tussles with the UFC regarding dates for his next fight frustrated McGregor, to a point where he announced his retirement from the sport once again.
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The fight against Poirier is an ideal fight for ‘The Notorious’. This is because ‘The Diamond’ is a familiar opponent and is someone who makes sense considering his pursuit of lightweight gold.
A win against Dustin Poirier would put him in prime position to fight for the title once again, subject to what the UFC and Khabib Nurmagomedov have planned next.
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Dustin, on the other hand, will have a chance to avenge his loss and face a big name in Conor which will definitely juice up his purse. A win against ‘The Notorious’ will move him to 2-0 since losing to Khabib at UFC 242.