Event: | Makhachev vs. Poirier: UFC 302 |
Date: | Sat., Jun. 1, 2024 |
Start time: | 10:00 PM ET (Main card) 8:00 PM ET (Prelims card) |
Total Fights: | 13 |
Main Event: | Islam Makhachev vs. Dustin Poirier |
Venue: | Prudential Center |
Location: | Newark, New Jersey, United States |
The Ultimate Fighting Championship returns to the Prudential Center for Makhachev vs. Poirier in Newark, New Jersey, United States. A lightweight match between Islam Makhachev and Dustin Poirier is set to headline this event. “UFC 302” will take place on Saturday, Jun. 1, in 6 months ago.
On Saturday night, we’ll also watch Sean Strickland taking on Paulo Costa in an great clash. Kevin Holland vs Michal Oleksiejczuk are targeted for a big clash that’s also slated to take place at Makhachev vs. Poirier. Other announced fights include Niko Price vs Alex Morono; and Randy Brown vs Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos.
So who is fighting on Makhachev vs. Poirier on June 1st? Let’s take a look!
Makhachev vs. Poirier card
Makhachev vs. Poirier fight card consists of three sections: early prelims, prelims, and the main card. Early prelims showcase new and up-and-coming fighters. The preliminary card typically features four to five fights, ending with an exciting matchup just before the main card begins. The main card features the highly-anticipated fights, including the main event.
“UFC 302” is a PPV event, which means prelims and the main card will be streamed exclusively on ESPN+ streaming service. Find out how to watch the full event here.
Here are the bouts announced for Makhachev vs. Poirier thus far in no particular order:
Main event:
- Islam Makhachev vs. Dustin Poirier
Full card:
- Sean Strickland vs. Paulo Costa
- Kevin Holland vs Michal Oleksiejczuk
- Niko Price vs Alex Morono
- Randy Brown vs Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos
- Cesar Almeida vs Roman Kopylov
- Jailton Almeida vs Alexander Romanov
- Grant Dawson vs Joe Solecki
- Philip Rowe vs Jake Matthews
- Mickey Gall vs Bassil Hafez
- Ailin Perez vs Joselyne Edwards
- Mitch Raposo vs Andre Lima
- Tatsuro Taira vs Joshua Van
Please note, Makhachev vs. Poirier fight card, bout order, and the number of matches subject to change due to unusual circumstances related to the pandemic, but rest assured that Dustin Poirier versus Islam Makhachev will be just one of the highlights on this fun night.
Makhachev vs. Poirier time
While final details are still waiting to be confirmed, the Makhachev vs. Poirier preliminary card is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM on ESPN/ESPN+, and the main ‘UFC 302’ card is set to start at 10:00 PM, with the main event beginning around 12:00 AM PM.
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