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UFC 291: Dustin Poirier Set to Face Justin Gaethje for BMF Title

Get ready for an epic showdown at UFC 291 as Dustin Poirier takes on Justin Gaethje for the BMF title. Find out the odds, fight card, and more in this highly-anticipated MMA event.

UFC 291 is set to kick off this Saturday with an electrifying main card matchup featuring two of the most formidable fighters in the MMA world. In a highly anticipated showdown, Dustin Poirier will go head-to-head against Justin Gaethje for the currently vacant BMF (Baddest Motherf*****) title. This will mark the second time these UFC lightweight stars meet in the Octagon, with Poirier emerging victorious in their previous encounter.

Poirier, known for his explosive fighting style, secured a fourth-round TKO victory in their initial bout. As the odds from Caesars Sportsbook indicate, he is favored to win once again. Poirier enters the fight as a -150 favorite, while Gaethje trails closely behind at +125. This close matchup is expected to surpass the excitement of their first meeting, which took place back in 2018.

With a career record of 24-4, Gaethje presents a formidable challenge for Poirier. However, it is difficult to bet against Poirier, who has emerged victorious in four out of his last five fights. The stage is set for an enthralling clash between two elite fighters.

The highly-anticipated event will take place on Saturday, July 29 in Salt Lake City, UT. The main card is scheduled to commence at 9 p.m. on ESPN Plus/Pay Per View, following a series of undercard matches. UFC 291 promises to be an unforgettable night of intense competition.

UFC 291 Fight Card and Odds

| Main Event (Lightweight) | Dustin Poirier (-150) vs. Justin Gaethje (+125) |
| Co-main Event (Light Heavyweight) | Jan Blachowicz (-115) vs. Alex Pereira (-105) |
| Stephen Thompson (-150) vs. Michael Pereira (+125) (Welterweight) |
| Bobby Green (-400) vs. Tony Ferguson (+310) (Lightweight) |
| Kevin Holland (-150) vs. Michael Chiesa (+125) (Welterweight) |

Prelims

| C.J. Vergara (-155) vs. Vinicius Salvador (+130) (Flyweight) |
| Marcos Rogerio De Lima (-230) vs. Derrick Lewis (+190) (Heavyweight) |
| Matthew Semelsberger (-210) vs. Uros Medic (+175) (Welterweight) |