If Dustin Poirier is one factor, he’s definitely constant in the case of his combating future heading into his UFC 302 title shot.
Poirier challenges Islam Makhachev in the principle occasion of the June 1 pay-per-view occasion. All through the construct to the combat — and former bouts — Poirier has consistently been requested about retirement, and whether or not or not his upcoming combat might be his final. Talking to CBS Sports activities, Poirier, as soon as once more, stated that it’s one thing he’s definitely contemplating, however a last choice hasn’t been made.
“I’m able to something,” Poirier stated. “I can climb again to this spot and combat once more for the world title. I can do something. I can grind again to it, I do know I can. It’s simply that I don’t have it in me, and I’m not going to do it once more.
“I’m not going to climb the ladder once more. I’ve been doing this a very long time. It is a very egocentric sport. I’m able to be a father, and be a husband, and be residence, and be in a routine. I wouldn’t say I can’t do it once more, I can do it once more. It’s simply, that is it for me.”
“The Diamond” relayed comparable sentiments in a current look on The MMA Hour — going again to the start of his combating profession and setting a aim that he’d be achieved combating on the age of 35. Poirier additionally stated he’s financially safe, most notably after two large wins over Conor McGregor in 2021. Successful the undisputed light-weight title can be the cherry on prime of the sundae that’s Poirier’s 38-fight profession, which incorporates an interim title win in opposition to Max Holloway at UFC 236 in 2019.
Poirier stated on The MMA Hour that he is aware of it’s his “final shot” at changing into champion, however continues to be mum on the retirement choice simply days earlier than his combat with Makhachev.
“I’m nonetheless on the fence, win or lose,” Poirier stated. “I simply wish to be content material with my profession.”
