Justin Gaethje KO's Dustin Poirier With Stunning High Kick
Rematch Ends In Dramatic Knockout
Round 2 Ends With Devastating Blow
In a rematch of their thrilling 2018 bout, Justin Gaethje has once again emerged victorious over Dustin Poirier. At UFC 268, held at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, Gaethje delivered a devastating high kick to Poirier in the waning seconds of the second round, securing a knockout victory and the interim lightweight title.
The fight started with both fighters trading blows, but Gaethje quickly gained the upper hand. He landed several powerful leg kicks that visibly affected Poirier's mobility. As the round progressed, Gaethje continued to pressure Poirier, eventually catching him with a glancing knee. Poirier stumbled backward, and Gaethje seized the opportunity to unleash a thunderous high kick that connected flush on Poirier's chin.
Poirier collapsed to the canvas, and the referee immediately stopped the fight. The time of the knockout was 3:35 of the second round. With the victory, Gaethje improves his record to 26-4 and earns his second UFC title. Poirier drops to 30-9 with 1 no-contest.
This dramatic knockout is a testament to the immense power and skill of Justin Gaethje. The "Highlight" once again proved why he is one of the most dangerous fighters in the UFC. With this victory, Gaethje has solidified his position as a top contender in the lightweight division and sets himself up for a potential title unification bout against Charles Oliveira in the near future.
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