UFC 264 Weigh In: Conor McGregor Weighs in 1lb Heavier Than the Rematch, Dustin Poirier Looks Ready for War

Conor McGregor vs Dustin Poirier 3 the biggest trilogy fight is official as both the fighters weighed in successfully at Friday’s official weigh-ins for UFC 264. The blockbuster lightweight bout will take place inside the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas this Saturday.

Their legacy is on the line as both the fighters will clash against each other for the third time in their UFC career. However, the last obstacle is clear, and both fighters made the weight.

There was a little drama ahead of the weigh-in as ‘The Notorious’ kicked the American fighter during a face-off after the press conference. Hence, both the men proceeded separately to the weigh-in and registered 156lbs. Meanwhile, both the lightweights made use of the one-pound allowance for a non-title fight.

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Earlier this was not the case when Poirier and McGregor clashed inside the octagon for a rematch at UFC 257. As the Irishman weighed in perfectly at 155lbs and Poirier slightly tipped the scale at 156lbs.

However, this time he weighed in 1lbs heavier than the rematch and is all set to repeat his victory over Poirier. As he has also hinted at how he will finish the American fighter.

Conor McGregor Says Dustin Poirier Is Dead This Time

Conor ‘The Notorious’ McGregor is ready to clash against Poirier in a five-round gruesome scrap at UFC 264. However, this is the third installment of the fight. The Irishman once suffered a loss of ‘The Diamond’ but now he has sworn to avenge loss this weekend.

In a recent interview with Nick Walshaw, ‘The Notorious’ said, “He’s the one who jumped up and said ‘I don’t like this anymore’ after he won. Because he didn’t like the smacks he got.”

He added, “He got the worst smacks. He just immobilized the leg, and I was up against the fence with no leg to stand on. First fight, I drilled his head off the floor like a basketball. Second fight, I electrocuted him. Third fight, he’s dead.”

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The fight is just a few hours away and no matter what the fighters say it’s only their performance inside the ring that will speak louder than their talks. Until we will have to wait to see who proves themselves inside the octagon.

Who do you think will prove himself this weekend McGregor or Poirier? Let us know in the comments below.