DUSTIN POIRIER PULLS OUT OF UFC 299 FIGHT DUE TO FINANCIAL DISPUTE
In a shocking turn of events, Dustin Poirier has decided to withdraw from his highly anticipated matchup against Benoit Saint-Denis at UFC 299. The news comes as a major disappointment to fans who were eagerly awaiting this clash of titans on March 9.
According to insider reports, Poirier and the UFC failed to reach an agreement on the financial terms for the bout. This disagreement has ultimately led to Poirier’s decision to back out from the event. The UFC now faces the challenge of finding a suitable replacement for the co-main event.
“UFC lightweight Dustin Poirier has announced that he will not be fighting Benoit Saint-Denis at UFC 299 due to unresolved financial issues,” revealed a source close to the situation.
It appears that the UFC may have jumped the gun in announcing the fight before securing a contractual agreement with Poirier. The fighter himself confirmed this, stating, “There was no contractual agreement before the fight was announced, and we couldn’t come to terms.”
This unfortunate turn of events is a blow to both Poirier and his fans. The fighter has been on a remarkable streak in recent years, taking on some of the biggest names in the sport, including Conor McGregor, Charles Oliveira, Michael Chandler, and Justin Gaethje. On the other hand, Saint-Denis has been riding high with an impressive five-fight win streak.
Despite the setback, the UFC is expected to salvage the event by finding a replacement for Poirier. It is likely that Benoit Saint-Denis will remain on the card, but the identity of the new opponent remains unknown. Fans can anticipate an official announcement from the UFC in the near future.
In conclusion, the absence of Dustin Poirier from UFC 299 is a major disappointment for fight enthusiasts. However, the card is still packed with exciting matchups, and fans can look forward to an action-packed event on March 9.
