Makhachev vs. Poirier by the Numbers: This is the sixth pay-per-view event of the year and marks the 13th main event for ‘Diamond’ Poirier. After a one-week hiatus, the UFC returns to Newark, New Jersey, for UFC 302, set to take place at the Prudential Center on June 1.
Headlining the event, reigning UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev will defend his title against fan favorite Dustin Poirier. The co-main event features a middleweight bout between Sean Strickland and Paulo Costa. Before diving into the main card, let’s explore the prelim fights, the fighters competing in them, and other event details.
UFC 302 Makhachev vs. Poirier: 6th PPV of the Year, 13th Main Event for ‘Diamond,’ and More
UFC 302: Makhachev vs. Poirier marks the 692nd event in UFC history and the 22nd held in New Jersey. This is the 18th UFC event of the year and the 13th main event for Dustin Poirier, who will be headlining his 13th UFC fight.
Newark, New Jersey, will host its 10th UFC event at the Prudential Center. This is the 9th title fight of the year, including symbolic belts. This is the 6th pay-per-view event of the year and the 6th main event for Islam Makhachev, who will defend his title against Poirier.
Ensure you don’t miss any action from UFC 302 Makhachev vs. Poirier. Tune in live on ESPN+ for the event at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, on June 1, 2024.
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