Overview

• Dustin Poirier was removed from the UFC active roster following his retirement after UFC 318.
• Poirier announced on social media on August 1 that he will begin working as a full-time desk analyst for ESPN.
• On July 31, UFC president Dana White revealed eight new signings aimed at bolstering the promotion’s lightweight division.
• Max Holloway disclosed that a right-hand injury sustained during his trilogy victory at UFC 318 will keep him out of competition until at least 2026.
• Poirier’s shift to broadcasting reflects an emerging trend of elite MMA fighters transitioning into media roles post-retirement.