Conor McGregor by KO/TKO(+160)
UFC 264: McGregor vs. Poirier III Complete Breakdown, Odds, Betting Picks and Predictions (Archive)
The UFC returns to the octagon for a lightweight battle that could break pay-per-view records. Read on for our complete breakdown on Conor McGregor versus Dustin Poirier: the trilogy. They will head-line the UFC 264 fight card with the winner earning a #1 contender right; read on for the updated odds, main event preview and free UFC betting picks.
Conor McGregor vs. Dustin Poirier III
UFC Lightweight Main Event
Saturday, July 10, 2021 – 11:50 PM EDT at T-Mobile Arena
Conor McGregor (22-5-0)
Conor McGregor is undoubtedly the most successful martial artist in combat sports history. Topping the Forbes list of 2020 to exceed sporting personalities like LeBron James, Dak Prescott, Ronaldo, and Messi should give you an idea of how powerful the businessman in McGregor has become. But he didn’t reach this pinnacle of success through luck; a long list of accomplishments whilst fighting for the UFC combined with an outrageous personality are two key factors that assisted his accomplishments.
The Former UFC lightweight champion, featherweight champion and owner of the countless fight of the night, the performance of the night, and knockout of the night awards are just a small sample of why “The Notorious” Conor McGregor has revolutionized the sport of MMA for years to come.
But the question lingered on the minds of top sportsbooks and fans alike, why is McGregor still competing at the highest level of the sport,s and does he still possess the same hunger that presented him with A-list celebrity status and fame?
Dustin Poirier (27-6-0)
Dustin “The Diamond” Poirier played a massive part in the world’s doubt towards Conor McGregor’s current journey in mixed martial arts – after becoming the first man in history to finish McGregor via knockout.
The two competed back in January, but outside of the focus on McGregor, we must respect the UFC tenure of Dustin Poirier.
For your best bets, owning one of the most impressive UFC resumes, Poirier has fought the who’s-who of the company’s featherweight and lightweight contenders. Names such as Anthony Pettis, Justin Gaethje, Max Holloway (x2), Dan Hooker and Conor McGregor have all fell victim at the hands of Dustin Poirier.
As a former UFC titleholder, there isn’t much remaining for Poirier to accomplish in the world of martial arts, but putting a stamp on the trilogy bout with McGregor will present the Louisiana native with another lightweight championship matchup.
McGregor vs. Poirier I
The first battle between Poirier and McGregor took place at UFC 178 in 2014, with the Irishmen dictating the pace and finishing the job during the first round.
A featherweight version on McGregor was effortlessly giving Poirier problems from the bell, a mixture of spin kicks faints, and switching of stances was carefully disguising the devastating left cross that would end the fight. And within 120 seconds into the contest, McGregor walked down Poirier, hands by his side, to deliver the fight-ending blow.
Poirier vs. McGregor II
Poirier’s redemption was overshadowed seven years later with a unanimous feeling that McGregor would repeat his past success. Little did we realize, an overly confident McGregor would leave the octagon without his hand being raised.
McGregor made it evident in his approach that a boxing stance with a heavy lead leg gave Poirier an easy read. Poirier adapted to avoid the incoming left-sided weapon. Poirier was able to chop McGregor’s lead leg with calf kicks, engage in a significant amount of grappling, and eventually counterstrike into a dazed state. A beautifully timed counter-right hook was the beginning of the end for McGregor, setting the trilogy in place.
McGregor vs. Poirier III Betting Odds Advice
The bookmaker’s current UFC odds are close, but we rarely see Conor McGregor enter his contests as the betting underdog. Money is no longer a motivation for the pride of Ireland, and this factor should give fans confidence that he’s corrected the mistakes made during the second bout.
McGregor will want to give Poirier a ranged set of strikes to worry about and avoid leaving the lead leg open for his opponent. Should McGregor adapt a diverse striking offense, Poirier will struggle to gauge when the power strikes are coming. Should McGregor avoid any grappling exchanges and follow a stricter game plan that involves diversity, I anticipate the Irishman will take this weekend’s trilogy.
After watching a complete U-turn in McGregor’s attitude following last night’s UFC 264 press conference, It’s hard to doubt the fire burning in his stomach.
UFC Pick: Conor McGregor by KO/TKO (+160) at BetOnline (visit our BetOnline Review)
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