What are Khabib's Predictions for Mcgregor, Poirier Mega Clash?

UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov predicts that Conor McGregor will be victorious against Dustin Poirier, as he expects the fight to be over in two rounds.

However, Khabib who has successfully forced both of these fighters into submission in his fights with them, believes that the Poirier could cause an upset if the fight goes beyond round three.

In an interview with former MMA fighter Din Thomas, filmed by the UFC themselves, Khabib had this to say about the clash:

"Looking for a Fighter' series, Just two rounds - Conor.

"Early, it's Conor. But, third round, number four, I think Dustin can beat this guy."

This blockbuster fight will, of course, be held on Fight Island Abu Dhabi and is the headline fight for UFC 257.

The stakes are high for this clash, not only will Poirier be looking for revenge and not only will McGregor be looking to make history repeat itself, but after Khabib announced his retirement from the UFC, the winner of this bout will be crowned the new lightweight champion.

Nurmagomedov, 32, is technically still the champion even though he retired in October 2020, but regardless of the outcome, he will relinquish his crown after the fight.