Explore the possibility of Dustin Poirier moving to welterweight to take on Colby Covington after his recent loss in the lightweight division. Will this potential matchup reignite Poirier’s career?
Former UFC title challenger Chael Sonnen suggests that Dustin Poirier might be considering a move away from the lightweight division following his defeat against Islam Makhachev. Sonnen hints at a potential matchup between Poirier and Colby Covington at welterweight, reigniting their long-standing rivalry. The prospect of facing Covington at 170 pounds could be the driving force keeping Poirier in the fight game.
Former UFC title challenger Chael Sonnen believes Dustin Poirier might be bidding farewell to the lightweight division after his recent loss against Islam Makhachev. Poirier, known as ‘The Diamond,’ faced Makhachev at UFC 302 but fell short once again in his quest for the championship. Sonnen, in a video on his YouTube channel, hinted at Poirier’s potential move to welterweight, specifically to face off against Colby Covington. The rivalry between Poirier and Covington has been brewing for years, and fans might finally see them settle their differences inside the octagon. While Poirier’s future in MMA remains uncertain, a showdown at 170 pounds could be the spark that keeps him in the fight game.
