Event Summary

UFC 302: Makhachev Defeats Poirier in Thrilling Main Event

Event Summary

On Saturday, June 1, 2024, UFC 302 took place at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. The main event featured a highly anticipated lightweight clash between Islam Makhachev and Dustin Poirier.

Main Card Results

In the main event, Islam Makhachev defeated Dustin Poirier by submission in the third round. The victory extended Makhachev's undefeated streak to 12 fights and earned him the UFC lightweight championship. Additional main card results: * Jorge Masvidal defeats Colby Covington by unanimous decision * Stipe Miocic defeats Francis Ngannou by knockout in the second round * Joanna Jędrzejczyk defeats Valentina Shevchenko by split decision

Analysis

Makhachev's victory over Poirier was a dominant performance. The Russian grappler controlled the fight from the opening bell, taking Poirier down and threatening with submissions throughout the first two rounds. In the third round, Makhachev finally secured a rear-naked choke to finish the fight. The win solidifies Makhachev's status as one of the most dominant fighters in the UFC. With his exceptional wrestling and submission skills, Makhachev is a force to be reckoned with in the lightweight division. Poirier's loss was a setback, but the former UFC lightweight champion remains one of the top fighters in the sport. Poirier's toughness and determination were evident throughout the fight, and he will undoubtedly bounce back from this defeat.