Unstoppable Freight Train Rolls On

Islam Makhachev Defeats Dustin Poirier, Retains Lightweight Title

Unstoppable Freight Train Rolls On

Islam Makhachev has defended his UFC lightweight title against Dustin Poirier in a brutal battle. The champ was pushed to his limits but ultimately emerged victorious via D'Arce choke in the fifth round.

A Fight for the Ages

The fight was a back-and-forth affair, with both fighters having their moments. Poirier started strong but Makhachev eventually took control on the ground and began to wear down his opponent.

In the fifth round, Makhachev finally locked in a D'Arce choke and forced Poirier to tap out. The win cements Makhachev's status as one of the best lightweights in the world.

Don't miss a moment of the UFC 302 Makhachev vs Poirier live from Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey.