There is a lot of talk around who will face Ilia Topuria next, including Arman Tsarukyan and a possible rematch with Max Holloway. Even Paddy Pimblett has been mentioned, given his recent run of undefeated streak in the UFC. However, Dustin Poirier says it would just not be right to bring Pimblett along at this stage in a title fight when other established fighters are ready for that challenge.

Poirier has dismissed Pimblett’s case for a UFC title shot after Pimblett’s victory over Chandler. Poirier said the losses and hot run for Chandler make it less of a triumph, and Pimblett is not there until he competes with elite fighters. He suggested facing another top-five contender would be a better test before any championship opportunity.

“I don’t think a win over Michael Chandler, on the st

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