Poirier had his final fight on Saturday night in New Orleans, in the lightweight main event of UFC 318—a card that was built for him. His opponent was Max Holloway, a former featherweight champion he had beaten twice before, and on paper, had all the skills to beat again.

Dustin Poirier's career is illustrated by violence, honor and perseverance. Poirier pushed the elite to the limit and only fell short against the very best. Poetically, he faced a