Overview
- Justin Gaethje said he would consider a third fight with Dustin Poirier if Poirier returns and the UFC books it, though he emphasized his focus on moving toward the title.
- Dustin Poirier teased a comeback by writing that he would "come back for that one" in response to calls for a trilogy with Gaethje.
- Ilia Topuria remains on a personal hiatus with his return timing unclear, and Gaethje is expected to face him in a unification bout for the undisputed lightweight title.
- Paddy Pimblett, who lost to Gaethje by unanimous decision at UFC 324, said he hopes Gaethje defeats Topuria so he can pursue an undisputed rematch.
- Gaethje’s coach Trevor Wittman has described this title run as the final chapter of Gaethje’s career, as debate continues over Gaethje’s threat level to Topuria following UFC 324.