“ I Think, at His Core”- Calling Justin Gaethje a “Reckless Guy”, Dustin Poirier Claims His BMF Opponent “Wants to Brawl” at UFC 291

Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje are going to fight with each other for the second time in their careers. UFC Lightweight fighter Dustin Poirier, who was the last fight for Conor McGregor before the Irishman walked out, is easily one of the UFC Lightweight division’s best fighters. Justin Gaethje, on the other hand, was the fighter who put up a great fight against the undefeated Khabib Nurmagomedov before he retired. Gaethje lost that fight, but the bout was definitely one to not miss.

The first time Gaethje and Poirier fought was back in 2018, at UFC on Fox 29. Poirier won that fight. Now, 5 years later, an improved Justin Gaethje, and an improved Dustin Poirier are all set to fight each other again. This time, the two are fighting for the BMF title, at UFC 291, which is scheduled to be held on 29 July.

An Improved Justin Gaethje – Dustin Poirier gears up for a second but different fight

Dustin Poirier defeated Justin Gaethje, but he knows better than to take him for granted in their upcoming fight. In a recent interview with Fred Pinto, Dustin Poirier was asked about his upcoming fight against Gaethje.

The interviewer said that Justin Gaethje can be a reckless fighter, but can be nearly undefeatable when it comes to playing it safe. He then asked Dustin Poirier how he is planning on preparing for his upcoming fight against Gaethje.

“I always prepare for everything but he’s… he’s more technical now. He’s moving his feet better, he’s using his jab better. He’s uh… getting better with his defense. You know, we fought five years ago so we’re both completely different fighters now, and his last few performances – especially his last one, you know, he… he fought a lot smarter than he usually does.“, said Poirier.

Poirier is a confident fighter who doesn’t seem to be underestimating his opponent. “But I think, at his core, he’s still the reckless guy who wants to brawl and… and we’ll find out… July 29th.“, added Poirier.

The Next BMF Fight – After Masvidal, who will it be? Dustin Poirier or Justin Gaethje?

Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje have two things in common. Both fighters have faced Khabib Nurmagomedov and have lost to the Dagestani. The second thing they have in common is that both fighters are extremely technical, smart and are two of the best Lightweight fighters today.

On 29 July, Poirier and Gaethje will be fighting for the BMF title. The last time the BMF title was on the line was when Nate Diaz faced Jorge Masvidal. Masvidal won that fight and became the first fighter to win the BMF title.

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This time, Masvidal will be putting the belt around the waist of the winner of the Poirier vs. Gaethje match. UFC President Dana White has agreed to this.

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