Justin Gaethje bets on Dustin Poirier's victory over Charles do Bronx at UFC 269

J. Gaethje in victory for the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

This Saturday (11), Charles of the Bronx defends the lightweight title (up to 70,3 kg) for the first time in a long-awaited duel against Dustin poirier, in the main fight of the UFC 269. Leading the way as the likely next title challenger, Justin gaethje He is one of the main interested parties in the confrontation and was not on the fence when it came to pointing out Poirier as the favorite to win.

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According to the former interim division champion, Dustin poirier has a great chance of winning the belt on Saturday, especially if the fight lasts more than two rounds.

“I think Poirier will win. If it goes beyond two and a half rounds, I think Poirier wins. In the first two rounds, if they get into some grappling situations, I think Poirier can be finished. But after that, I think what will make the difference is the heart and the will to win and there is something special about Poirier when it comes to that department. He's made a lot of money, but it's really special when you meet someone who's not here for the money. He's one of those guys. I don’t see him losing this fight in the heart and will to win department,” said Gaethje.

Justin gaethje faced Dustin poirier in April 2018 and ended up defeated by technical knockout in the fourth round. According to “Highlight”, the willpower shown by Poirier in the duel three years ago is what makes him believe in the North American's success against the Brazilian.

“The first fight against him (Poirier) was very good. I played a different game there, I wanted to see who was tougher and stronger and he overcame me and got that hit. I was surprised by the blows he absorbed and that's why I have so much respect for this guy's heart and will. That’s why I believe this will be the determining factor on Saturday”, said the former interim champion.

Lastly, Justin gaethje was more interested in a rematch against Dustin poirier, but assured that he also welcomes the possibility of dethroning Charles of the Bronx.

“I don’t know what it’s going to be like. I really do not know. I hope it's him (Poirier). If not, I'm intrigued to face Charles Oliveira, to be honest. They talk about it a lot and I think it would be something special to get there and finish it,” said Gaethje.