Despite engaging in heated clashes with both Michael Chandler and Conor McGregor for the umpteenth time in his career, it would appear the future is still foggy for Dustin Poirier. The ‘Diamond’ was left questioning his future after coming up short for a third time in a title fight at UFC 302 against Islam Makhachev.
The former interim lightweight champion lost via brabo choke in the final minutes after having taken the fight to the champion. But now that some time has passed, Poirier wants back in the game. However, he is still waiting for a challenge.
Asked to name his next fight by a fan, Poirier admitted:
“I don’t have anything.”
I don’t have anything https://t.co/YBFjmkmGS1
— The Diamond (@DustinPoirier) July 14, 2024
‘The Diamond’ is at a crossroads in his career now. He is a veteran of the sport with over 20 fights in the UFC. He has fought and secured wins against the very best the sport has to offer for more than 15 years now.
However, he has always fallen short at the final hurdle. He’s had the opportunity to win the undisputed lightweight title against Khahib Nurmagomedov, Charles Oliveira and lastly Islam Makhachev but he’s always fumbled the bag.
He had even stated in his UFC 302 post fight interview that he has always been fighting with a goal to become world champion and if that goal is not on the table there is no point competing.
‘The Diamond’ had also added that he knew he had what it takes to compete and win against the up and coming fighters in the UFC, but he does not believe he will get another shot at the title.
So, where does he go next? ‘The Diamond’ has a lot left in the tank and might not want to go out on the back of a loss.
McGregor or Chandler, who wants to retire Poirier?
With McGregor and Chandler. getting into ugly spats with him online, certain expectations had been built.
However, if he really has only one fight left on his mind, then there are definitely some big fights to be made. Chief among them is a fourth fight with Conor McGregor.
Touch that pinky toe https://t.co/Mv94xlzSiS
— The Diamond (@DustinPoirier) July 11, 2024
‘The Notorious’ has been chomping at the bit to get his revenge against Poirier. In addition to this the fight will also be extremely lucrative financially for Poirier, which would be ideal for his last fight. Take the bag, block Conor on social media and move on! Perfect! But for that to happen, the Irishman will first have to survive Chandler and then have the mindset to have a go at the Poiriers again.
Another case can be made for a Chandler fight but it is unlikely that he will entertain a fight against the former Bellator champion since he has already secured a win against him and profoundly dislikes him.
That said, at this point in his career, Dustin Poirier deserves to get whatever fight he wants and so for the fans, the long night might continue.
