Beneil Dariush has seemingly heard something about Dustin Poirier’s spectacular farewell to his UFC career.
Poirier, who last fought in a title bout against Islam Makhachev at UFC 302, had been contemplating retirement in the aftermath of his latest setback but recently confirmed his intention to return for one final fight.
With 40 professional bouts under his belt, Poirier has hinted at a set date and an “incredible” location for his farewell appearance, likely being in his home state of Louisiana.
However, he has remained secretive about his opponent, revealing only that it will be a “legends only” matchup.
And the bout Dariush suggested is in the works during a recent appearance on Submission Radio would certainly fit that billing.
“Right now, my understanding is Dustin Poirier and Max Holloway are going to fight,” Dariush said. “I don’t know if it’s 100 percent sealed and done, but that’s what I am hearing.”
Holloway, who last fought in October, is looking to rebound from his first career knockout loss against Ilia Topuria. Despite that setback, he remains the reigning BMF champion, a symbolic title he claimed with a stunning knockout victory over Justin Gaethje at UFC 300 in April 2024.
In their initial encounter at UFC 143 in January 2012, a young Holloway, making his UFC debut at just 20 years old, faced a tough introduction to the octagon. His more experienced opponent, holding an 11-1 record, quickly secured a submission victory, highlighting the significant experience gap between the two fighters.
