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Dustin Poirier 'blown away' by UFC retirement fight setup: 'I didn't think they would entertain that idea'


Published on 2025-04-28 18:04:04 - Uncrowned
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  • Dustin Poirier is finally ready to call it a career
  • and will do so in his home state of Louisiana at UFC 318.

Dustin Poirier expressed his surprise and gratitude towards the UFC for setting up his desired retirement fight against Benoit Saint-Denis at UFC 299 in Miami. Poirier, who had been vocal about wanting this matchup, did not expect the UFC to entertain the idea, especially given Saint-Denis's rising star status and his own position outside the top five rankings. He praised the UFC for making the fight happen, highlighting the significance of the event taking place in his hometown and the challenge posed by facing a formidable opponent like Saint-Denis, who is on a five-fight winning streak. Poirier sees this fight as a perfect opportunity to end his career on a high note, regardless of the outcome.

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