Former UFC heavyweight Brendan Schaub predicts the outcome of the UFC 291 headliner rematch between Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje. Find out his surprising method of victory and get the latest updates on the event.
UFC 291 Headliner: Poirier vs. Gaethje Rematch
In a highly anticipated rematch, former interim UFC lightweight champions Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje will face off in the main event of UFC 291. Brendan Schaub, a former UFC heavyweight, shares his predictions for the fight.
The first encounter between Poirier and Gaethje took place in 2018, with Poirier emerging victorious via a fourth-round TKO finish. This time, they will be competing for the symbolic BMF Championship, a title that has not been up for grabs since Jorge Masvidal’s win over Nate Diaz in 2019.
According to Schaub, Poirier has the advantage when it comes to grappling and jiu-jitsu. He predicts that Poirier will initiate more grappling exchanges in this fight, especially if Gaethje’s leg kicks prove to be successful early on. Schaub even envisions a potential submission victory for Poirier.
The UFC 291 card promises to be an action-packed event, featuring other exciting fights. Stay tuned for live results and video highlights from the event, including the undisputed welterweight boxing title fight between Errol Spence Jr. and Terence Crawford.
Please note that all quotes in this article are sourced from MMAKnockout.com.
UFC 291 Fight Card
| Fight | Result |
|---|---|
| Dustin Poirier vs. Justin Gaethje | TBD |
Summary
- Former UFC heavyweight Brendan Schaub predicts a victory for Dustin Poirier in the UFC 291 headliner against Justin Gaethje.
- Poirier and Gaethje previously fought in 2018, with Poirier winning via TKO.
- The rematch will be contested for the symbolic BMF Championship.
- Schaub believes Poirier will utilize his grappling advantage and potentially win by submission.
