Dustin Poirier is set for his final UFC fight, marking a full-circle moment as he faces off against Max Holloway, the fighter he first met in the UFC back in 2012. Their upcoming bout on July 18th will be their third encounter, with Poirier holding a 2-0 lead—submitting Holloway in their first match and winning a decision for the interim lightweight title in 2019. Poirier, who is retiring after UFC 318, will be fighting in his hometown of Louisiana. His last walkout will reportedly be accompanied by Louisiana legend Lil Wayne.
The UFC 318 event also features a strong card, including a middleweight clash between rising contender Roman Kopylov and former title challenger Paulo Costa, as well as welterweight fighters Kevin Holland and Daniel Rodriguez. Featherweights Patricio Pitbull, a former two-division Bellator champion, and Dan Ige will face off as Pitbull seeks his first UFC win.
The full UFC 318 fight card and current odds are as follows:
– Max Holloway (C) vs. Dustin Poirier for the BMF Lightweight Championship
– Roman Kopylov vs. Paulo Costa (middleweight)
– Kevin Holland vs. Daniel Rodriguez (welterweight)
– Dan Ige vs. Patricio Pitbull (featherweight)
– Additional bouts feature fighters across various weight classes
Event Details:
– Date: July 18th
– Venue: Smoothie King Center, New Orleans
– Start Time: 10 PM (main card)
– Broadcast: ESPN+ Pay-Per-View
Fan Take: Poirier’s retirement fight not only marks the end of an era for a beloved fighter but also adds significant emotional weight to UFC 318. It’s a poignant moment for fans and a spotlight on the evolving lightweight division, highlighting the sport’s continuous growth and the passing of the torch to new stars.
