“Islam Makhachev maintains his lightweight championship title following a successful bout against Dustin Poirier at UFC 302. While the event faced criticism for being lackluster, Makhachev received accolades for his technical prowess and adaptability during the match. Poirier’s standing among elite fighters who have not clinched an undisputed title has sparked debates, with many ranking him in the top 5. However, opinions on this matter vary, leaving room for other deserving contenders to be considered. Speculation surrounding Makhachev’s performance has questioned if he showed vulnerabilities in the fight, though the difficulty of consistently defending a title was underscored as a significant challenge. Makhachev’s display of both grappling and striking skills was lauded as a testament to his improvement in those areas. Moreover, deliberations on fighters pursuing multiple championships concurrently raised doubts about the feasibility of such endeavors within the UFC.”
Dustin Poirier: A Highly Regarded Fighter Yet to Secure an Undisputed Title
