Discover the latest updates in the fighting sports world. Joe Rogan’s response, Usyk vacates IBF heavyweight title, and Dustin Poirier joins UFC 303 analyst desk. Exciting details inside!
Joe Rogan shuts down a guest’s insensitive impression, Usyk gifts IBF title, and Poirier transitions to UFC 303 desk. The article covers these recent developments in the fighting sports world.
Joe Rogan Shuts Down Actor’s Impression
Joe Rogan recently had to shut down a podcast guest for making an insensitive impression of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. On a recent episode of The Joe Rogan Experience, stand-up comedian Tyler Fischer attempted an impression of Kennedy Jr.’s voice, who suffers from spasmodic dysphonia. Rogan immediately intervened, saying, ‘Don’t do that.’
Usyk Vacates IBF Heavyweight Title
Oleksandr Usyk, the undisputed heavyweight champion, announced that he has officially vacated his IBF heavyweight title. Usyk referred to it as a ‘gift’ for Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois, who are expected to fight for the title on September 21, 2024.
Dustin Poirier Joins UFC 303 Analyst Desk
Despite uncertainties about his fighting future, Dustin Poirier has taken a new role. He will be joining the analyst desk for UFC 303, scheduled for June 29 in Las Vegas. Poirier will be alongside Chael Sonnen, Teddy Atlas, and Brendan Fitzgerald, marking a shift in his career after a recent defeat at UFC 302.
