Makhachev Eyes Double Championship After UFC 302 Victory

UFC 302 in Newark saw Islam Makhachev defend his lightweight title with a fifth-round submission against Dustin Poirier, solidifying his status as the UFC's No. 1 pound-for-pound fighter. Makhachev expressed interest in moving to welterweight to pursue a second belt. Sean Strickland also impressed in the co-main event, reaffirming his position as a top middleweight. Poirier's future remains uncertain as he contemplates retirement after another title fight loss. The event highlighted potential future matchups and the evolving legacies of its fighters.