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Breaking News: Poirier and Gaethje Agreed to Fight for UFC Lightweight Title
In a significant turn of events, Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje have reportedly agreed to fight for the vacant UFC Lightweight title. According to multiple sources, the bout is expected to take place at UFC 279 on September 10th.
Poirier is a former interim UFC Lightweight champion, while Gaethje is a former interim UFC Lightweight champion. Both fighters are coming off impressive victories, with Poirier defeating Michael Chandler at UFC 281 and Gaethje defeating Tony Ferguson at UFC 274.
The UFC Lightweight title has been vacant since Khabib Nurmagomedov retired in 2020. A number of fighters have been in contention for the belt, but Poirier and Gaethje are widely considered to be the two most deserving contenders.
Poirier vs. Gaethje: A Clash of Styles
Poirier is a well-rounded fighter with a powerful left hand and excellent submission skills. Gaethje, on the other hand, is a powerful wrestler with devastating leg kicks.
The fight between Poirier and Gaethje is expected to be a close and competitive one. Both fighters have their strengths and weaknesses, and it is difficult to predict who will come out on top.
Implications for the Lightweight Division
The winner of the Poirier vs. Gaethje fight will be crowned the new UFC Lightweight champion. This will have a significant impact on the lightweight division, as it will determine who is the best fighter in the weight class.
The winner of the fight will also be in a strong position to unify the lightweight title. Charles Oliveira, the current UFC Lightweight champion, is expected to face Islam Makhachev later this year. If the winner of Poirier vs. Gaethje can defeat Oliveira, they will become the undisputed UFC Lightweight champion.
Conclusion
The Poirier vs. Gaethje fight is one of the most anticipated fights of the year. Both fighters are elite competitors, and the winner will be crowned the new UFC Lightweight champion.
The fight has major implications for the lightweight division, and it will be interesting to see who emerges victorious.
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