Dustin Poirier weighs-in on if Ilia Topuria deserves title shot vs. Islam Makhachev
Perennial contender Dustin Poirier has weighed in on Ilia Topuria's lightweight move.The former UFC interim lightweight champion used to be a featherweight like Topuria, moving up to 155lbs after a 2014 loss to Conor McGregor before hitting his stride in the years that followed.
Dustin Poirier reacts to Ilia Topuria’s move to 155: ‘I would give him a crack at the lightweight title right off the bat’
Dustin Poirier gives his reaction to Ilia Topuria moving up to his division after vacating the UFC featherweight title.
Dustin Poirier believes Ilia Topuria deserves immediate lightweight title shot following UFC title vacation
Following Ilia Topuria's recent announcement that he will move up to 155lbs, Dustin Poirier has backed him to receive an immediate title shot.
Ilia Topuria Threatens to Spoil Dustin Poirier's Retirement with UFC Move
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An Ilia Topuria fight and dream lightweight scenario could delay Dustin Poirier's retirement, claims ex-UFC fighter: "Would stay at least for that"
The 36-year-old last stepped in the cage at UFC 302 last year, where he faced Islam Makhachev for the lightweight title. The pair then went to war in a back-and-forth contest, which eventually saw Makhachev submit Poirier via D'Arce choke in the fifth round.
Dustin Poirier Doesn’t Like Ilia Topuria Or Islam Makhachev’s Chances In Higher Weight Classes
Dustin Poirier discusses Islam Makhachev’s possible move to middleweight and Ilia Topuria’s lightweight ambitions, doubting the latter’s success against the champion.
UFC star Ilia Topuria reveals dream lightweight opponent
A lightweight move for Ilia Topuria might not be a matter of if, but when, and should it happen, there's one opponent for Topuria that jumps off the page. The U
"If he can make 145, I don't know how big he is" - Dustin Poirier shares alarming reality check about Ilia Topuria's lightweight ambitions
UFC veteran Dustin Poirier has weighed in on Ilia Topuria's move to the lightweight division. UFC CEO Dana White recently announced that the featherweight champion would be vacating the belt and moving up to compete at 155 pounds.
Alexander Volkanovski's coach: Ilia Topuria following Conor McGregor's path with lightweight move
Alexander Volkanovski’s coach understands why Ilia Topuria opted to vacate his UFC featherweight title. Topuria knocked out Volkanovski to claim the 145-pound title at UFC 298, then defended it successfully with a knockout of Max Holloway at UFC 308.
UFC fans concerned for Ilia Topuria and Khamzat Chimaev as shocking stat emerges
Undefeated UFC fighters are dropping like flies in 2025 and fans are taking notice. Jean Matsumoto’s defeat at UFC Seattle on Saturday marked the 11th time this year that an undefeated fighter has ...
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Dustin Poirier torn on Ilia Topuria's chances in potential Islam Makhachev superfight
Dustin Poirier believes Ilia Topuria has the skills to beat Islam Makhachev – but maybe not the size. UFC ...
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Ilia Topuria’s Next Fight: Poirier Or Oliveira
Ilia Topuria’s move up to lightweight has raised question marks over his next steps. Topuria vacated his UFC Featherweight ...
‘He’s knocking them out’ – UFC star says size won’t matter for Ilia Topuria as title decision paves way for Islam Makhachev fight
Ilia Topuria has the ability to get past Islam Makhachev and rule his lightweight division. The Spaniard vacated his ...