Dustin Poirier's UFC Retirement Showdown Against Max Holloway
Dustin Poirier will face Max Holloway in his UFC retirement fight on 19 July.




Dustin Poirier, aged 36, is set to confront Max Holloway on 19 July in a trilogy bout that marks the conclusion of his UFC career. This highly anticipated lightweight contest will take place in Poirier's hometown of New Orleans and is for the ceremonial BMF title. Poirier has two prior wins over Holloway, in 2012 and 2019. Despite never claiming a full UFC title, he holds a significant fan following and an impressive record with 23 stoppages from 30 wins. Holloway, 33, won the belt at UFC 300 in 2024 with a memorable last-minute knockout.