Makhachev Defeats Poirier Claims Lightweight Title

UFC 302: Makhachev vs. Poirier Live from Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey

Makhachev Defeats Poirier, Claims Lightweight Title

In a highly anticipated main event, Islam Makhachev defeated Dustin Poirier via rear-naked choke in the third round to claim the UFC lightweight championship at UFC 302. Makhachev dominated the fight from the outset, taking Poirier down and controlling him on the ground. Poirier fought back valiantly, but Makhachev was ultimately too strong and skilled.

Undercard Results

In other notable fights on the card, Sean Strickland defeated Uriah Hall via unanimous decision, while Bryce Mitchell submitted Edson Barboza in the first round. Ilir Latifi also scored a first-round knockout victory over Aleksei Oleinik. The full results of UFC 302 are as follows:

• Islam Makhachev def. Dustin Poirier via rear-naked choke (Round 3)
• Sean Strickland def. Uriah Hall via unanimous decision
• Bryce Mitchell def. Edson Barboza via submission (armbar, Round 1)
• Ilir Latifi def. Aleksei Oleinik via knockout (Round 1)
• Andre Muniz def. Brendan Allen via submission (rear-naked choke, Round 1)
• Chris Barnett def. Jake Collier via technical knockout (Round 2)
• Joaquin Buckley def. Albert Duraev via knockout (Round 1)
• Manuel Torres def. Frank Camacho via unanimous decision
• Brandon Royval def. Matt Schnell via submission (guillotine choke, Round 1)
• Pannie Kianzad def. Raquel Pennington via unanimous decision

UFC 302 was a successful event that featured several exciting fights. Makhachev's victory over Poirier was a major upset and has set up a potential super-fight between Makhachev and Conor McGregor. The undercard also delivered, with several impressive performances from young fighters. Overall, UFC 302 was a night to remember for fans of MMA.