(ALSO SEE: Sean Shelby’s Shoes: What’s next for Islam Makhachev after UFC 302 title defense? ) Dustin Poirier was unable to finish the story Saturday when he fell short of the undisputed lightweight championship for a third time in the UFC 302 headliner. Poirier (31-8 MMA, 23-7 UFC) gave a valiant and competitive effort to Makhachev (25-2 MMA, 14-2 UFC) at Prudential Center in Newark, N.J., but ultimately suffered a fifth-round submission loss to see his dreams shattered once more. “The Diamond” made it clear post-fight that retirement is on the forefront of his mind , but did not commit to a decision on his future
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Sean Shelby’s Shoes: What’s next for Dustin Poirier after UFC 302 title loss? – MMA Junkie