The day before, “Diamond” unexpectedly announced the cancellation of the fight. According to the American, the reason for this statement was a misunderstanding with the manager.
“Sorry guys, I was in a hurry. For several days I couldn’t get through to the manager. Finally just talked to him. There was a misunderstanding on my part. The fight will take place! See you March 9th, Miami!” — Poirier wrote in X.
Let us remember that Poirier has not appeared in the Octagon since July last year, when he lost to Justin Gaethje by knockout.
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