Poirier vs Gaethje 2 - Car Crash For The Ages | UFC 291

Preview the UFC 291 main even matchup that has 'Fight of the Year, written all over it, featuring top ranked lightweights Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje, both vying for the rights to the BMF belt. Main card action kicks off on Saturday at 10pm ET / 7pm PT.
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[@gmodfan53]

"He beat my ass in the past, and that was a lesson I had to learn." -Gaethje 💪

[@rp-flow]

Nice words, i was surprised with It.

[@robertpetrov1343]

Gotta love Gathje man

[@dannytran1587]

@@robertpetrov1343love him so much you can’t even spell his last name properly

[@anasshahid224]

Gaethje is the man 🫡

[@Sir_Killsalot]

​@@dannytran1587🤓🤡

[@Ringmaster101]

Hell of a fight - Gaethje for the win

[@cadentheriot8043]

I can’t see Dustin losing , there’s just no way he’s letting that belt slip away again

[@PzShockz]

​@@cadentheriot8043😂😂

[@MrMASH50]

Ufc should really focus on this belt and make it special...like that it's back and hope they can build bmf fight once a year. Good hype for winner and if they won't do 165 it opens up room for 2 bangers looking for shine.

[@weshall4499]

Chill bumps for this one for sure 🔥

[@vishalyadav067]

All time my favorite fighters Dustin and Justin

[@paulsmith5611]

"It's win by any means" is, I hope, not really correct. "Win with any legal technique" is more correct, considering that Dustin has complained about Chandler and (I think) McGregor cheating in fights. Too many fighters use cage grabs, fingers in gloves, and "accidental" eye pokes and groin shots to change the direction of a fight.

[@Undisputed_X]

Damn intro

[@chasewood4105]

High level shit

[@longshlongsilver293]

Such a great fight.

[@dano1307]

2 legendary fighters. If there is ever a fight that deaerves a bmf belt its this one. Rare breed.

[@beauaIIoevv]

legendary 😂 2bums journeymen. both quitters & tap machines . ufc even brought the imaginary belt that has less value than powerslap since they can’t get a real one

[@jackblack4654]

​@@beauaIIoevvlike conman McChicken? Mctapper?

[@someguy7404]

@@beauaIIoevv Joureymen? lol

[@Fromtheave]

@@beauaIIoevvwhat’s the definition of journeymen

[@nirash8018]

@@beauaIIoevv dude thinks anyone that hasn’t been champion in their division is a journeyman 💀

[@A.K.625]

There's 0 chance for this fight to not be an exciting one. Can't wait.

[@Allan.509]

Get ready for a devastating eye poke 10 seconds in

[@Junibao]

​@@Allan.509the mma gods giveth, the mma gods taketh away

[@MuhammadUFC]

OK , be ready for a broken ankle 20 seconds in

[@SpyroTek]

There's always a chance.

[@thecasual5430]

​@@Allan.509I actually have a bad feeling that something like that might happen

[@Crispy44652]

I saw an interview where Poirier said “Justin still gets in car wrecks, he just wears a seatbelt now.” 100% chance this is banger for as long as it lasts.

[@43Disciple]

Justin had the heart to win last time but he didn’t have all the tools. Now he has all the tools, now he’s got 5 years of war wisdom under his gloves and this fight couldn’t be more evenly matched these days. Love Dustin, I know he’ll bring the smoke, Justin wants it all too. We win no matter who wins. This is my favorite fight of the year already

[@khaledalnaser9967]

What made the 1st fight competitive was Justin's recklesness, that's what you need to do against Dustin. If he goes into the rematch calm and collected, he'll get picked apart by Dustin.

[@danielatlas7059]

​@@khaledalnaser9967exactly. I was waiting for this comment, at last someone with good mma knowledge. If you be patient and let Dustin figure you out, you are in for very big trouble. Dustin eats orthodox fighters

[@leowerner4049]

This is literally a title fight for me at 155 so idgaf this will be the best fight of the year and put money on Poirier

[@karnage2948]

@@aaronpage8515I like Dustin but no point knowing it’ll end by RNC for him

[@CastedMoon]

​@@karnage2948You think this fight will end in an RNC?

[@levistern3316]

This is an absolutely legendary matchup... two of the best UFC fighters and entertainers of all time

[@kyzar1207]

Yet both super respectable, and both the inbodiments of the true warrior spirit!!!!

[@kyzar1207]

@@phyju are you trolling?

[@NazriB]

Lies again? Paramount Pictures Union Ferrari Car

[@IvoryEatsTheWorld7]

Poirier knows how to finish fights, Gaethje always gets knocked down a couple of times before he reverses it.. but you cant play that game with Dustin

[@PzShockz]

😂

[@SmittyCity15]

Poirier forsure a hall of famer

[@Stark.......]

Two hell of a fighters 🔥🔥🔥🔥. Strikers as fuck 🔥🔥 Not boring as those dagistani grapplers

[@t8506]

Dagestani's are boring but you cream your pants when Americans like Colby and Jones wrestle right?

[@Joe_Morello1]

Your comment reeks casual.

[@ThisOffendsMeTV]

I don’t want either of them to lose lmao I’m pretty sure they’re done. This is the 3rd run to title fight. They ain’t getting any younger.

[@austinrandall1273]

Dustin might have the best resume in the UFC.

[@anasshahid224]

Let’s go!! Dustin Poirier Vs Justin Gaethje’s first fight was a war! Excited to see them run it back at UFC 291, may the best man win 👏👏👏👏🫡

[@jabbawokie1990]

This is definitely the fight that makes more sense than any ever for the bmf belt! And that's coming from a nate diaz fan. Good luck gents we all know your gonna put a show on 😁🥳

[@ILOVEMMA_]

Always happy to be a UFC fan ❤

[@SmittyCity15]

Think Poirier knocks him out middle of 1st rd in a vicious combo.

[@nyyankeesfan9865]

I hope so.. as a DP fan my nerves will be shot

[@knalt7628]

I want a banger!!! Love both fighters !

[@Candyplastic]

no matter what, these guys go for it every time, and the clash is going to be a fight of the year contender

[@ives3572]

I feel like this rematch between Dustin and Justin will be a much more technical fight than the first one, but I believe Poirier's still gonna get the win in the end either by decision or TKO late in the fight

[@Dez_MMA]

I find that unlikely. Gaethje is wayyyy too different. I think the adjustments he made will make it so Poirier cant finish him, he will hurt him, but Gaethje was hard to put away when he wasnt trying to defend himself, Dustin isnt finishing him now, he will use footwork, and clinch, and with that granite chin he will be there for the duration. I also think gaethjes sheer damage output will make it hard to score rounds for Poirier, the late ones in particular. Poirier will be much more swollen and bloody. Could be a very close decision win for either, but if its dominate in some way, likely decision by gaethje. Very unlikely to see a finish by either.

[@tacticalmattress]

@@Dez_MMA Gaethje literally fights the same.

[@tacticalmattress]

@@Dez_MMA It's because of Trevor Whitman, I have wanted him to switch to a different striking coach/gym for a long time. Dustin will either win by TKO or Sub. *Decision as well.

[@konflict1231]

yeah for the first round lol then all bets are off

[@BOBURJONJORAYEV631]

Justin gaethji chekadi

[@bazookajoe6133]

Poirier is an animal. I fully expect him to win. Gaethje is great too though. Definitely not missing this.

[@DanAddison]

If we're gonna have this goofy BMF belt then it did indeed HAVE to be these two fighting for it. Just because they're not the absolute best of the best (couldn't beat Khabib or Charles, don't think they could beat Islam or Volk either), they deserve to be every bit as highly celebrated as those champs for their bodies of work. They've been entertaining us with incredibly consistent elite-level savagery for years. Plus they're both unusually honest and humble - I think they can afford to be vulnerable where most cannot, because no-one can doubt their toughness and heart.

[@unbecoming2007]

Gonna love this, but don't want to see either lose. Both are 100% deserving of such a title. W or L they both are BMF's. Such a close match up. Just a matter of who catches who first. LFG !

[@MrMASH50]

Two bangers 👊💥 might be only card I buy this year, BMF is here to stay just hope they can keep it for what it is, a hype tool for the stand-up game and two deserving bad asses.

[@MrMASH50]

Two bangers 👊💥 might be only card I buy this year, BMF is here to stay just hope they can keep it for what it is, a hype tool for the stand-up game and two deserving bad asses.

[@KnownProphet]

CHILLS BRUH ! CHILLS !!!!!!!!!! Hahaha, for real tho... Been waiting years for this rematch ! LFG !!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@philtaylor2577]

Cannot wait for this. Come on ‘Ustin

[@GazerPlur420]

That's what I am saying at home. As a fan, I can't lose because both ustins are so damn good

[@SuhPoon]

man.. i'm so torn this fight. both guys are just friggin amazing. hoping for a fight of the year.

[@OldManLuffy]

Love em or hate em both these guys always leave their blood sweat and tears out there on the mat every single time and you gotta respect that no matter which guy your a fan of

[@alexnico3028]

Until they start to wrestle

[@tornadotom2390]

The first fight was amazing I believe this second fight will be amazing as well. I love both of these Fighters I cheer for both of them they are two of the most deserving fighters in the UFC for a title they just haven't had enough luck to hold the belt period. Yet? I hope we have a battle and I hope neither of them gets seriously hurt and hope that they can remain friends after the fight.

[@waynelagarde7956]

This fight will be Legendary!

[@noone8118]

Chandler is in everyones highlight reel 😂

[@jamesj590]

I want Poirier to win so bad, but I feel like Gaethje might just get it this time.

[@bobbybawbager]

100%!! They are both worthy of the BMF title.

[@juniorpaulo3494]

strong contender for fight of the year

[@kingjames1586]

Potential Fight of the Year 👊

[@davidbell4626]

The ufc bringing the most exciting fights for the next two months.

[@larminngoba686]

Dustin gotta bring something new this time . Geathje is already used to his boxing he might have already be ready for it

[@sajidmushfique6375]

"BMF" suits this bout. Expecting a Banger 🔥

[@rustyshaklferd1897]

I love the style of fighter both these guys are, but can’t help but think Gaetche not incorporating his d1 all American wrestling background into his mma style was the biggest waste of talent the UFC has ever seen. He really looks like he’s never wrestled a day in his life watching him fight. If he kept up on his wrestling and tied in bjj submissions the threat of the takedown would open up his opportunities to do so much more with his hands and those vicious leg kicks. He has the best leg kicks in the division if not the company. The walk em down dog fight style is exceptional and another level of violence, but I just can’t help but think how much more success he would have found if he utilized the wrestling base. It’s going to be a great fight, and the leg kicks are masterful I just wish he would have spent more time on sharpening his ground game instead of relying on his toughness.

[@Anthony-dj4nd]

Judging by CTE I'm taking Piorerier in the rematch😅

[@robertknapp7938]

Dustin is like a shark man when his opponent is hurt just an avalanche of shots.

[@Ahtnagarp]

It's so interesting to see Justin's progress since 2019 !! let's go !!

[@alexandrostheodorou8387]

If there’s one dude who paid all his dues, its Dustin. Dustin mma career is legendary.

[@stephengallagher2209]

Tough call. They say Gaethje is hungrier. Think they are both in a similar position. Gaethje is predictable, all heart, while Poirier is far more technical, higher fight IQ. Dustin will win again.

[@hanafiabdulhamid5015]

Both are my fav on the lw division, but I'll go with Poirier

[@monte4895]

The battle of "last man standing" 🔥⏳️

[@TheRollerbladinginc]

I reckon Justin Gaethje would of beaten Prime McGregor

[@Chino56751]

There are so many flavors of the global fighting spirit- these two are some of THE greatest examples of the American one.

[@Mike-k3t8h]

Justin getting his get back

[@OldManLuffy]

Gonna be a good fight but poirier is whipping his ass again

[@tebellomosoeu6117]

When an unstoppable force meets an immovable object!

[@MrDblo423]

It will be 🔥for sure. Let’s gooooo!!

[@nunyabuziness8421]

Not only do their names sound alike but neither one of these bums will ever win a real title😂

[@Melania815]

I've never been so excited for a fight

[@kontrackandfield8506]

That's why Leon Edwards has the most aesthetic physique

[@Stoic_Incoming]

The UFC chose the perfect athletes for the bmf title. Can't wait🔥

[@bbb23308]

Idc who wins J or D but both Ustin are amazing 🔥

[@commentguy7]

I hope loser doesn't retire.... Fight forever

[@rahulkathait659]

Porier has proved himself time and time again

[@jleach4278]

Car crash 101

[@dalefourhorns8100]

This is gonna be crazy

[@ItsIceyyy]

I hope they kiss each other for 5 rounds

[@jamaicanloneanimal8224]

I have Poirier by submission 🏁

[@swifty123]

I want Justin to win so we can get a trilogy. 10/10 fight already regardless.

[@dano1307]

Nooo trilogy! These guys already gonna have 10 years taken off their lives after #2 😂

[@tommycillian]

Poster at the end: 😠😁☺️🗿

[@vasukohli5696]

Lets go Justin Gaethje

[@knalt7628]

Let’s go Poirier!!! If not, epic trilogy coming our way baby!!!!😂 love these guys

[@SuperLordQ]

Can’t wait

[@Ncp410]

why am i nervous.

[@ASLANISxc]

The two top lightweight warriors of the world!!!FOTY VIBES

[@rileydd08]

Justin is gonna come out guns blazing in the first round i think. He doesnt want a war with Poirier who starts slow

[@nyyankeesfan9865]

Poirier starts slow?? When?

[@rileydd08]

@@nyyankeesfan9865 in the "start"...

[@IceMonarch80]

This is why I love this fucking sport, YOU MARKET IT AS A CAR CRASH AND MAKE BANK

[@littlestewiegriffin]

With all respect to both the fighters and UFC, I am not convinced that either of these two guys are really bad mo fo's. Nate and Nick Diaz and Gorge Masvidal are a completely different breed. I would put it like this. If someone hurts their families I can easily see any of them murdering the person(s) that did it, while Poirer and Gaethje would call the police and sort it the legal way. They are both good boys! They should fight for the GBB; Good Boys Belt instead.

[@andrewsheehy9938]

This fight will be a slobberknocker. Combat Sports Fans on Saturday are in for a treat with Poirier-Gaethje 2 at UFC 291 and a bout between 2 of the Best Pound For Pound Fighters in Boxing as Errol Spence Jr. takes on Terence Crawford.

[@black-cross]

BMF stands for Least Intelligent Fighter *JUST BLEEEEEED*

[@Kroitk]

2:38 that is the sickest shot of Dustin slipping an absolute power bomb from Justin's left haymaker. Holy hell what a sick slow motion shot🔥

[@Randy35W]

I could care less about the bmf belt. This is a great fight and is 100% worth a main event without a title. I think Jan and Alex should also be for the title and stay co-main

[@ronin3635]

Poirier winning again. Sure Justin has gotten better, but he still does some of his old habits.

[@Dez_MMA]

Like what? Hes literally entirely different. Your part of that same group of fans that thought Fizeiv would beat him because you dont understand what your looking at, no offense meant. Gaethje has a style that eludes even extremely educated people. Not sure what habbits your referring too?

[@ronin3635]

@@Dez_MMA He still does that where he shells up and lowers his head, leaving him expose to body and head shots. He's still a bit reckless. He still gets caught with clean shots, maybe not as much now, but he's gotten caught. Dustin has power, imo is more educated on the feet. I think Dustin is gonna him catch again, might even submit him

[@Dez_MMA]

@@ronin3635 The shell was the first and only line of defense. Now Poirier cant force him to shell up constantly like before because of Gaethjes footwork. The Gaethje shell itself is a counter guard and he knows how to find the shots now, instead of forcing them. You should rewatch round 3 of Fizeiv, youll see gaethje establish his jab mid round, then Fizzy would finally adapt and slip a jab. Gaethje immediately jabs again knowing Fizzy gunna slip, the jab goes by fizzys head but then gaethje grabs the back of his neck and shovels that upper cut. He then made several similar adaptations immediately after that. Have no illusion this dude is high level in an extremely unorthodox fashion. Please do rewatch, youll be impressed.

[@blablablaa14]

Since the last Dustin Poirier fight, Justin Gaethje has only lost to world champions...and Dustin isn't one right now

[@littlestewiegriffin]

Pereira and Jones could possibly fight for the BMF belt and earn it. Would make more sense.

[@johngalt1555]

Everybody talking bout' all these amazing fights; I just want to see Tony throw invisible sand one last time.

[@MeiArry-oq9fn]

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[@jamesporter4897]

Neve really liked dusty... But he gets in a groove and if he can dodge geatchys power shots he should be right ay😋

[@adam_138]

Dustin Poirier is very good guy. How Can he fight for BMF title?

[@drewdonham]

i dont like this belt, i think dustin should be fightin charles, justin should fight islam, beneil should be up there i just dont like hm, boring

[@romanmarshall1412]

Can’t wait for Channing Tatum to get the BMF belt, he needs a win after his latest movie tanking at the box office

[@galaxyvulture6649]

I'm gonna laugh if dustin randomly takes justin down and submits him

[@FauxAcct]

Why is each BMF fight between 2 people I don't want to see lose ??

[@AbdouLondon-ez9iq]

🇩🇿

[@mathewspieker]

What's the over/under on the amount of years they shave off their lives? I'm stoked.

[@rallyk-5]

This might be the first fight where everyone wants both guys to win the emotional confusion😅

[@ft3060]

A whole three minute promo of those two guys just beating up countless opponents - can it get any better in this sport? 😄

[@sotunieijk5287]

Saturday we will find out who's the baddest mudhafaka

[@rivoafriadis4278]

Justin "God" Mode vs Justin "Chicken legs" Mode

[@leonardebron6032]

“Car crash for the ages” Is the new “ Just bleed”😂.

[@kyzar1207]

Yep; the overall winner of this fight is the fans for real!!!!!!!

[@mjjohnson5904]

EEY HOW ABOUT WE RUN IT BACK AGAIN FOLKS.................

[@luigichicolino6212]

Gaetje is a better striker. He proved, that against, fiziev.