Gilbert Durinho challenged Dustin poirier protocols for UFC 288 (Photo: Montage/SUPER FIGHTS)
Strong candidate to fill the space left by the cancellation of the duel between Charles of the Bronx e Beneil Dariush No. UFC 288, Gilbert Durinho continues to search for an opponent for the event on May 6th.
After apparent disagreement with Belal Muhammad |, who would have asked for the fight to take place at catchweight, Gilbert Durinho changed focus and pointed to an unusual target: Dustin poirier.
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“The guy can’t make weight? With all due respect to Dustin poirier, I know you're a dog! On May 6th I was supposed to face Belal for number 1 challenger! I just think you and I would make a great fight! Nothing but respect. And the game! To challenge someone you need to be a man and make weight! It's not a friend game! I'm not your friend! Make weight and we’ll fight!” wrote the Brazilian on social media.
the answer of Dustin poirier It didn't take long to arrive. Despite admitting that he is not in fighting shape, the 'Diamante' indicated that he may accept the challenge if he receives a good financial proposal.
“Respect, Gilbert. I can weigh 77kg without any problems. I’m not in fighting shape, but money is king,” Poirier responded.
Former interim lightweight champion (up to 70,3kg), Dustin poirier comes from four victories in the last five fights, the last of which ended Michael chandler No. UFC 281, in November. If you accept the challenge, the duel against Gilbert Durinho This will mark 'Diamante's' first time fighting as a welterweight.
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