Vicente Luque's victory over former lightweight champion Rafael dos Anjos at UFC Vegas 78 has put him back in the win column.
Vicente Luque’s victory over former lightweight champion Rafael dos Anjos at UFC Vegas 78 has put him back in the win column. This win has solidified his position in the welterweight division. Following his strategic performance against Dos Anjos, Luque knows exactly who he wants to face next Dustin Poirier.
While the fight against Dos Anjos might not go down as Luque’s most memorable outing. It showcased his versatility and ability to adapt his fighting style. Recovering from a brain bleed injury suffered in his knockout loss to Geoff Neal. Luque employed a more calculated approach relying on his grappling skills and size advantage to control the fight.
Luque’s preparations for the bout included sharpening his grappling techniques with former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman at Kill Cliff FC in Florida. He credited “The Nigerian Nightmare” as a significant factor in his success against Dos Anjos.
After his victory, Luque was asked about his next opponent in the welterweight division. He mentioned several top 15 fighters but ultimately landed on one named Dustin Poirier. Poirier is coming off a knockout loss to Justin Gaethje at UFC 291. He has expressed his interest in moving back up to the welterweight division.
Luque is eager to welcome Poirier to the 170-pound division considering their shared reputation for thrilling and explosive fights. Speaking during the post-fight show, Luque expressed his enthusiasm for the potential matchup with Poirier: “An interesting fight as well, I think I would love to welcome Dustin Poirier [to welterweight] if he needs somebody. He said he might go to 170, so who knows, we can make that work.”
Although Poirier has yet to confirm his return to the Octagon or announce any potential matchups, a showdown between Poirier and Luque would undoubtedly capture the attention of fight fans. Both fighters are known for their exciting styles and willingness to engage in high-paced battles making the clash a highly anticipated affair.
The prospect of a Luque vs Poirier matchup adds an exciting dynamic to the mix. If Poirier decides to make the move to 170 pounds. He could find himself facing off against a determined and rejuvenated Vicente Luque eager to test his skills against one of the best in the business.
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