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Dustin Poirier Relates to Ciryl Gane’s UFC 321 Pressure

Having fallen short in three undisputed title bids, former interim lightweight champion Poirier understands Gane’s mindset ahead of the heavyweight title fight. “I’ve lived in those shoes,” he said, reflecting on the weight of opportunity. Poirier believes Gane’s athleticism and movement could trouble Tom Aspinall, but admits “a lot has to go right” for an upset in Abu Dhabi.