Dustin poirier e Benoit Saint-Denis face each other in UFC 299 (Photo: Montage/SUPER FIGHTS)
Willing to show that he still has what it takes to remain among the elite of the lightweight division (up to 70,3kg), Dustin poirier doesn't want to be left behind by the 'new lion' Benoit Saint-Denis. In a statement to the traditional 'Countdown', a program that shows the athletes' preparation for the UFC 299, the former interim champion showed respect for the French prospect but assured that he will knock him out on Saturday night (09).
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“Saint-Denis is young, he's on a winning streak, he finished them all, but he didn't fight me. I remember what it was like to be young and hungry. Now, I'm the oldest guy who's been here a long time. Do I still have what it takes to beat these young men who are incredible fighters? This motivates me, to show that I'm still here, that I'm still relevant. I will knock out Saint-Denis“, promised Poirier.
Former interim champion and current number three in the category, Poirier is going through a delicate moment with two defeats in his last three fights, to charles do brox e Justin gaethje. Twelfth in the category led by Islam makhachev, Benoit Saint-Denis He is enjoying a great moment with five consecutive victories in the organization and is considered one of the main prospects in the under-70kg division.
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