Poirier’s Final UFC Fight Was Holloway at UFC 318
Dustin Poirier chose Max Holloway for his final UFC fight, a BMF title trilogy bout at UFC 318 in July 2025. Holloway won by unanimous decision, with judges scoring it 48–47, 49–46 and 49–46.
Poirier chose Holloway for his final fight
On April 25, 2025, Poirier announced that he would face Max Holloway for the BMF title in the main event of the July 19 card in New Orleans. The trilogy bout was billed as Poirier’s last fight. He had won their previous meetings in 2012 and 2019. MMA Fighting reported the announcement.
Holloway won the trilogy bout
Holloway defeated Poirier by unanimous decision at the July 19 event, retaining the BMF belt. Poirier then confirmed his retirement from competition. MMA Fighting’s event results report covered the bout and its significance as Poirier’s farewell.
Poirier’s career included an interim title at 155 pounds and three challenges for the undisputed championship. His final bout was the third meeting with Holloway; no subsequent UFC fight was announced.
Sources
- MMA Fighting: Poirier announces final fight against Holloway
- MMA Fighting: July 19 event results
