Makhachev retains lightweight title with submission win over Poirier at UFC 302, extending unbeaten streak.
Makhachev retains lightweight title with submission win over Poirier at UFC 302, extending unbeaten streak.
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Islam Makhachev faced a determined opponent and encountered significant opposition from a capacity crowd.
None of these obstacles deterred him. Nothing has in quite some time.
Makhachev successfully defended his lightweight championship and extended his winning streak to 14 fights, the third longest in UFC history, by securing a submission victory over Dustin Poirier in the fifth round on Saturday night at UFC 302.
Despite facing one of the sport’s seasoned veterans and a crowd, including former President Donald Trump, who was against him from the outset, Makhachev improved his record to 26-1 and hinted at a potential move up in weight for his next challenge.
“This is what I've always dreamed of,” Makhachev remarked.
There appears to be little remaining for the Russian in the 155-pound division, where he has now successfully defended his title for the third time, solidifying his position as the pound-for-pound best in UFC.
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Makhachev defeats Poirier by submission at UFC 302 to retain the lightweight title
June 02, 2024
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