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Dustin Poirier posts gruesome photo of Johnny Eblen’s cut following Bellator 299

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Those who watched the Bellator 299 main event between Johnny Eblen and Fabian Edwards knew that the cut …read more

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Eddie Alvarez expresses interest in trilogy fight with Dustin Poirier following recent Twitter exchange: “I out dogged you the first match”

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Eddie Alvarez challenges Dustin Poirier to UFC trilogy fight: ‘I out dogged you in the first match’

Having twice shared the Octagon with former interim lightweight champion, Dustin Poirier, former undisputed division best, Eddie Alvarez has claimed if he was booked to fight the Lafayette striker in …read more

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Alvarez Vs. Poirier 3?! ‘Underground King’ Would ‘Out Dog’ The ‘Diamond’

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Eddie Alvarez likes the sound of a third clash with Dustin Poirier.
The “Underground King” has been absent from mixed martial …read more

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Jorge Masvidal confident Dustin Poirier is still ‘better’ than Justin Gaethje despite BMF knockout loss

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When Jorge Masvidal won the BMF title against Nate Diaz at …read more

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Gilbert Burns argues case for UFC clash with Dustin Poirier next: ‘It makes sense, he’s moving up’

Former welterweight title challenger, Gilbert Burns has once more argued his case for a divisional showdown against former interim lightweight champion, Dustin Poirier if the Lafayette native make a climb …read more

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Gilbert Burns believes he ‘makes sense’ as first opponent for Dustin Poirier at welterweight

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If Dustin Poirier moves to welterweight next, Gilbert Burns …read more

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Rafael dos Anjos calls out Dustin Poirier for UFC 295 clash at MSG: ‘This fight would get me fired up’

Having faced the who’s who of the lightweight division, former undisputed division champion, Rafael dos Anjos has called for a fresh pairing against former interim gold holder, Dustin Poirier …read more

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Dustin Poirier opens as massive betting favorite to defeat Nate Diaz in potential UFC grudge fight

Chomping at the bit for a second Octagon walk this year, former interim UFC lightweight champion, Dustin Poirier has opened as a significant betting favorite to defeat Nate Diaz if …read more

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Former opponent offers Dustin Poirier late 2023 rematch: “I’m up one!”

Unlikely Rematch? …read more

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Dustin Poirier plans lightweight stay, UFC return before year’s end: ‘I’m going to fight again this year’

Despite drawing links to a welterweight division move in his Octagon return, former interim lightweight champion, Dustin Poirier has claimed he wants to make a comeback to active competition before …read more

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Brazilian favorite Gilbert Burns calls out Ex-UFC champion Dustin Poirier amid links to welterweight move

Former UFC welterweight champion, Gilbert Burns, throws his hat in the ring for a potential Dustin Poirier fight. 

Following his brutal knockout loss to Justin Gaethje last month, Poirier now finds …read more

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Dustin Poirier calls for New Orleans trilogy bout with Justin Gaethje next: ‘I did the first fight where he’s from’

Off the back of a shocking knockout loss to two-time foe and fellow former interim lightweight champion, Justin Gaethje at UFC 291 last month, Dustin Poirier has suggested a trilogy …read more

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Michael Chandler warns Dustin Poirier of potential welterweight move: “It’s not smart”

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Dustin Poirier calls for USADA abolishment if Conor McGregor lands exemption: ‘Just remove it completely’

Former interim lightweight champion, Dustin Poirier has called for anti-doping agency, USADA (United States Anti-Doping Agency) to be abolished, if rumors come to fruition regarding a potential exemption offered to …read more

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Vicente Luque calls out Dustin Poirier following decision win at UFC Vegas 78

Following his decision victory over, former lightweight champion Rafael dos Anjos (33-15-1 MMA) in the UFC Vegas 78 main event, Vicente Luque (22-9-1 MMA) knows exactly who he wants next …read more

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Vicente Luque ‘would love to welcome’ Dustin Poirier to welterweight for next fight

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After taking out former lightweight champion in Rafael dos Anjos in the UFC Vegas 78 main event, …read more

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Poirier Teased Jump To 170 — Shavkat Answered

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“Nomad” with a Saitama-esque reply. Dustin Poirier was hoping to welcome Nate Diaz back to UFC later this year, operating …read more

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Dustin Poirier teases move up to welterweight, receives immediate callout from undefeated contender

Moving up? …read more

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Dustin Poirier announces plans for welterweight move after KO loss at UFC 291: ‘Ok, I’ll move up’

Former interim lightweight champion, Dustin Poirier has seemingly announced plans to make a move to the welterweight limit for the first time in his professional career in his return to …read more

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Henry Cejudo: 'Steroids or not,' Justin Gaethje stops Conor McGregor in first two minutes

Henry Cejudo advises Justin Gaethje to go after Conor McGregor over a title fight next.
After Gaethje captured the “BMF” title with a knockout of Dustin Poirier in this past Saturday’s …read more

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Ali Abdelaziz: Conor McGregor 'using Justin Gaethje for hype,' won't ever fight him

Ali Abdelaziz won’t entertain Conor McGregor’s callout of Justin Gaethje.
After Gaethje (25-4 MMA, 8-4 UFC) claimed the “BMF” title with a head kick knockout of Dustin Poirier this past Saturday at …read more

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Video: Pros predict Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz

MMA stars such as Jorge Masvidal, Dustin Poirier, Max Holloway, Sean O’Malley, and more predict how the Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz boxing match is going to go on Saturday …read more

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Dustin Poirier weighs up Nate Diaz grudge match in UFC return: ‘He can’t get his leg high, right?’

Off the back of his stunning second round knockout loss to two-time opponent, Justin Gaethje in the main event of UFC 291 over the weekend, former interim lightweight Dustin Poirier …read more

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Dustin Poirier weighs options for what comes next after UFC 291 loss, finally facing Nate Diaz

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Dustin Poirier doesn’t know exactly what comes next, but he’s hoping it’s Nate Diaz.
At …read more

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Daniel Cormier: It should be UFC 'title fight or bust' for Justin Gaethje, not Conor McGregor

Daniel Cormier thinks Justin Gaethje should focus on the title, not Conor McGregor.
Gaethje (25-4 MMA, 8-4 UFC) caught McGregor’s attention after he knocked out Dustin Poirier and claimed the “BMF” …read more

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Jon Anik explains why Justin Gaethje defeating Dustin Poirier was the “perfect” result for Ilia Topuria

Ilia’s title dreams …read more

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MMA Junkie's Knockout of the Month for July: Justin Gaethje floors Dustin Poirier for 'BMF' belt

With another action-packed month of MMA in the books, MMA Junkie looks at the best knockouts from July 2023: Here are the five nominees, listed in chronological order, and winner …read more

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Ex-UFC ref ‘Big’ John McCarthy comments on legality of Justin Gaethje’s brutal head kick KO at UFC 291

Former referee ‘Big’ John McCarthy has weighed in on the legality of Justin Gaethje’s stunning second-round head kick KO against Dustin Poirier at UFC 291.

On Saturday night, Gaethje gave fans …read more

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Conor McGregor sour then sweet in since-deleted Tweets on Dustin Poirier's UFC Hall of Fame status

Conor McGregor seems to have mixed feelings about a potential spot in the UFC’s Hall of Fame for rival Dustin Poirier.
McGregor took to Twitter on Tuesday to say there was …read more

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Conor McGregor dismisses future Hall of Fame entry for UFC foe Dustin Poirier: ‘He’s done f*ck all’

Former two-weight champion, Conor McGregor has dismissed suggestion that three-time opponent and recent UFC 291 headliner, Dustin Poirier should land a future induction into the promotion’s Hall of Fame, claiming …read more

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Conor McGregor rips Dustin Poirier’s resume as he claims ‘The Diamond’ isn’t a Hall of Famer: “He’s done f**k all”

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Daniel Cormier unsure of Dustin Poirier's future after UFC 291 loss, but hopes he doesn't walk away

Daniel Cormier thinks Dustin Poirier still has a lot more to give.
Poirier (29-8 MMA, 21-7 UFC) was knocked out by Justin Gaethje (25-4 MMA, 8-4 UFC) in this past Saturday’s “BMF” …read more

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Donald Trump called Justin Gaethje after UFC 291 knockout win

Justin Gaethje received a phone call from former president Donald Trump after his knockout win over Dustin Poirier at UFC 291, the top lightweight contender told TMZ Sports.
“I got a call …read more

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What’s next for Justin Gaethje and Dustin Poirier after UFC 291?

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Trilogy? ‘I Feel Like I’m The Better Fighter’

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The series is officially 1-1 between top Lightweight contenders, Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje.
UFC 291 was a night full of …read more

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Dustin Poirier explains why he‘s frustrated following knockout loss at UFC 291: “I lost to somebody I think I’m better than”

‘I’m better’ …read more

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Dustin Poirier ‘heartbroken’ over loss to Justin Gaethje at UFC 291: ‘I feel like I’m the better fighter’

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Dustin Poirier still believes he’s a better fighter than Justin Gaethje.
On Saturday, Poirier and …read more

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Dustin Poirier weighs in on Conor McGregor’s ongoing issues with USADA: “If we change the rules for him to sell some PPV’s, we make a mockery of all this”

Rivalry Reignited …read more

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Dustin Poirier coy after KO loss to Justin Gaethje at UFC 291: ‘I lost to somebody I think I’m better than’

Former interim lightweight champion, Dustin Poirier has claimed that despite his earth-shattering second round KO loss to fellow former interim gold holder, Justin Gaethje in the pair’s rematch, he thinks …read more

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Daniel Cormier weighs in on Dustin Poirier’s knockout loss to Justin Gaethje: “I hope he doesn’t walk away”

More to accomplish …read more

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Jorge Masvidal unloads on “midget” Conor McGregor after the Irishman took shots at Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje following UFC 291

Shots fired …read more

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Dwyane Johnson praises Dustin Poirier for the way he handled UFC 291 loss: “Love this perspective so much”

Massive Respect …read more

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Jorge Masvidal rips Conor McGregor following UFC 291 call out: ‘Shut your mouth you pissing hot midget’

Former two-time welterweight title challenger, Jorge Masvidal has hit out at long-time rival, former two-weight titleholder, Conor McGregor – after the Dubliner poked fun at Dustin Poirier after his BMF …read more

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Hot Tweets: UFC 291 aftermath, Justin Gaethje becomes the new BMF, where Dustin Poirier goes from here

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UFC 291 is in the books and it was a doozy. Unlike the …read more

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UFC 291: Dustin Poirier vs. Justin Gaethje Highlights Video

Watch the UFC 291 fight highlights video and recap from Saturday’s main event match between former lightweight champions Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje, as they battle for the UFC’s promotional …read more

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Jorge Masvidal claims he lost $100K when Justin Gaethje knocked out Dustin Poirier at UFC 291

“Kids, I’m sorry” …read more

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Jorge Masvidal lost $100K betting on Dustin Poirier at UFC 291: ‘Kids I’m sorry, you’ve got to go to public school now’

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Jorge Masvidal fulfilled his duties handing Justin Gaethje the “BMF’ title after his win at UFC 291 …read more

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Jorge Masvidal says he lost $100,000 betting on Dustin Poirier to beat Justin Gaethje at UFC 291

Jorge Masvidal lost a lot of money betting on Dustin Poirier to beat Justin Gaethje at UFC 291.
Poirier (29-8 MMA, 21-7 UFC) was knocked out by Gaethje (25-4 MMA, 8-4 UFC) …read more

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Burning MMA questions: What's next for Dustin Poirier? How good is Alex Pereira at 205?

After the crowning of a new BMF champion and witnessing a rising star at light heavyweight, we examine the emerging storylines in MMA. …read more

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Gaethje Underdog Against Islam, Favorite Over McGregor

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Justin Gaethje avenged his loss to Dustin Poirier and captured the “BMF” belt with a thrilling, second-round knockout victory over …read more

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Justin Gaethje wants Charles Oliveira rematch over Islam Makhachev fight: ‘I’d prefer him because he beat me’

UFC lightweight Justin Gaethje wants Charles Oliveira to defeat Islam Mahkahcev to step up the perfect chance of redemption.

Last nights clash between Gaethje and Dustin Poirier did not disappoint the …read more

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Video | Justin Gaethje and Dustin Poirier share wholesome moment following BMF title fight at UFC 291

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UFC 291 PHOTO GALLERY: Gaethje vs Poirier 2 | Prelims Card

UFC 291 was a spectacle that fans will remember for years to come. The main card, headlined by the highly anticipated bout between Justin Gaethje and Dustin Poirier for the …read more

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Chael Sonnen claims Justin Gaethje should fight Islam Makhachev at UFC 294: ‘He’s ready to go’

Chael Sonnen is very impressed with Justin Gaethje’s recent performance over Dustin Poirier and is fully convinced that Gaethje is not only ready for UFC 294, but that Gaethje should …read more

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Video: Kamaru Usman erupts in riotous celebration after Justin Gaethje knocks out Dustin Poirier at UFC 291

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To say Kamaru Usman was happy to see his friend and teammate Justin Gaethje score a knockout …read more

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Sean Shelby's Shoes: What's next for Dustin Poirier after UFC 291 'BMF' title loss?

(ALSO SEE: Sean Shelby’s Shoes: What’s next for Justin Gaethje after UFC 291 ‘BMF’ title win?)
Dustin Poirier lost a rematch for the first time in his career on Saturday when …read more

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Sean Shelby's Shoes: What's next for Justin Gaethje after UFC 291 'BMF' title win?

(ALSO SEE: Sean Shelby’s Shoes: What’s next for Dustin Poirier after UFC 291 ‘BMF’ title loss?)
Justin Gaethje’s coronation as the “BMF” champion came in the most violent of fashions Saturday …read more

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Dustin Poirier remains positive following UFC 291 loss to Justin Gaethje: “My life is good”

Onward …read more

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Dustin Poirier reacts to shocking knockout loss to Justin Gaethje at UFC 291: ‘I got hit with a shot I just didn’t see’

Dustin Poirier has dealt with triumph far more than tragedy during his career but the sting of defeat will always hurt no matter how it happens.
At UFC 291, he suffered …read more

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Dustin Poirier takes UFC 291 knockout loss in stride: 'We're not at a funeral ... I've won life'

SALT LAKE CITY – Dustin Poirier is making no excuses for his brutal knockout loss to Justin Gaethje in their “BMF” title fight at UFC 291.
Poirier (29-8 MMA, 21-7 UFC) …read more

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Justin Gaethje responds to Conor McGregor: ‘I’m not going to fight someone on steroids’

Justin Gaethje initially responded with snark when asked about Conor McGregor’s reaction to his incredible UFC 291 knockout of Dustin Poirier.
“I think he’s turned me down six times,” Gaethje told …read more

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Dustin Poirier optimistic after stunning KO loss at UFC 291: ‘We’re not at a funeral here, I’ve already won’

Suffering a spectacular second round high-kick knockout loss to fellow former interim lightweight champion, Justin Gaethje last night, Dustin Poirier admits that while he is upset to miss out on …read more

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UFC 291 was a spectacle that fans will remember for years to come. The main card, headlined by the highly anticipated bout between Justin Gaethje and Dustin Poirier for the …read more

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Dustin Poirier heartbroken, searching following UFC 291 loss to Justin Gaethje

Dustin Poirier readily admits that he has already won at life. He has nothing to be ashamed of and keeps his career in perspective. But following his loss to Justin …read more

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Dustin Poirier reacts following knockout loss to Justin Gaethje at UFC 291

I’m good …read more

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Bonuses! Lewis, Holland Bank $50K For Impressive Finishes

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Justin Gaethje got his revenge on fellow lightweight standout Dustin Poirier last night (Sat., July 29, 2023) …read more

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UFC 291 results: Justin Gaethje knocks out Dustin Poirier with a BMF-worthy head kick

In what was tapped as a fight between two of the sport’s most violent professionals, Justin Gaethje showed why he’s the baddest.
At UFC 291, Gaethje (25-4 MMA, 8-4 UFC) knocked …read more

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Twitter reacts to Justin Gaethje's insane KO of Dustin Poirier to win 'BMF' title at UFC 291

Justin Gaethje added another accolade to his legendary resume on Saturday when he claimed the “BMF” title against Dustin Poirier in the UFC 291 main event.
After suffering a fourth-round TKO …read more

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Justin Gaethje wins BMF title, shocks Dustin Poirier with brutal high kick KO in rematch – UFC 291 Highlights

In an astonishing finish, Justin Gaethje can be minted as the new, symbolic BMF champion, Justin Gaethje avenges a prior 2018 TKO loss to fellow former interim lightweight champion, Dustin …read more

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Pros react after Justin Gaethje KO’s Dustin Poirier at UFC 291

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Justin Gaethje vs. Dustin Poirier 2 full fight video highlights

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Watch Justin Gaethje vs. Dustin Poirier 2 full fight video highlights from the main event of UFC …read more

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Gaethje gets revenge with brutal KO of Poirier

Justin Gaethje got revenge and did so in spectacular fashion, scoring a brutal head-kick knockout of Dustin Poirier on Saturday night to claim the BMF title at UFC 291. …read more

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UFC 291 Bonus Report: Derrick Lewis one of four POTN winners

The Octagon returned to Salt Lake City for tonight’s UFC 291 event, an eleven-bout fight card headlined by Dustin Poirier vs. Justin Gaethje 2. The highly anticipated BMF title fight …read more

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Justin Gaethje flattens Dustin Poirier with vicious head kick knockout to claim ‘BMF’ title in UFC 291 main event

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Justin Gaethje got his revenge and a ‘BMF’ title belt after scoring arguably the knockout of the …read more

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Twitter reacts to insane Justin Gaethje headkick KO of Dustin Poirier

The BMF title is officially bestowed on a new man. 
On Saturday night the UFC crowned a new Baddest MotherF—ker when Justin Gaethje knocked out Dustin Poirier with a massive head kick …read more

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UFC 291 Results: Justin Gaethje is the BMF, knocks out Dustin Poirier

If there was ever a stamp to be put on the UFC’s promotional Baddest Motherf**ker title, Justin Gaethje did so at UFC 291 on Saturday night at the Delta Center …read more

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‘Justin, I’ll slap you around‘: Conor McGregor, fighters react to Justin Gaethje’s UFC 291 knockout of Dustin Poirier

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Justin Gaethje is the second BMF champion in UFC history after a highlight-reel head-kick knockout of Dustin …read more

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UFC 291 live blog: Dustin Poirier vs. Justin Gaethje 2

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This is the UFC 291 live blog for Dustin …read more

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