The highly anticipated UFC 302 pay-per-view event is scheduled for Sat., June 1, 2024, at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. The headline fight will showcase lightweight champion Islam Makhachev taking on former interim titleholder Dustin Poirier.
Makhachev exudes confidence for the upcoming bout, labeling it as a straightforward challenge.
Fans are rallying behind the champion following a video that showcased his remarkable strength as he dominated a punch machine. While Makhachev is recognized for his wrestling prowess, he has also notched three knockouts in his UFC career, with a memorable win over Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 294.
Meanwhile, Poirier is gearing up to deliver his best performance in the octagon. During an interview on The MMA Hour, he conveyed his determination to triumph over Makhachev and highlighted his unwavering confidence in his fighting skills. Poirier is laser-focused on clinching a victory in what he regards as his final shot at claiming the title.
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