Dustin Poirier had one more chance to win the undisputed Lightweight title at UFC 302, having previously failed against Champions Khabib Nurmagomedov and Charles Oliveira. Islam Makhachev, who hadn’t lost since 2015, stood in his way, looking to notch his third title defense after back-to-back wins over Alexander Volkanovski. This would be the final time Poirier fought for a UFC title. Sean Strickland also fought Paulo Costa in the co-main event.
Canceled Fights
8 fights canceledMichelle Waterson-GomezCANCELEDGillian RobertsonReason: Bout Rescheduled
Alexander VolkovCANCELEDJailton AlmeidaReason: Volkov Rebooked
Roman DolidzeCANCELEDAnthony HernandezReason: Hernandez Hand Injury
Hyun Sung ParkCANCELEDAndre LimaReason: Park Knee Injury
Niko PriceCANCELEDJeremiah WellsReason: Wells Injury
SumudaerjiCANCELEDJoshua VanReason: Sumudaerji Withdrew
Tatsuro TairaCANCELEDJoshua VanReason: Both Fighters Rebooked
Nyamjargal TumendemberelCANCELEDAndre LimaReason: Tumendemberel Withdrew
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