Poirier commented on the generational shift in the UFC

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Former UFC lightweight title challenger Dustin Poirier has commented on what he perceives as a significant “generational shift” presently occurring within the promotion.

Poirier reflected on earlier periods, stating, “Right now, there is a changing of the guard in the league. I witnessed the previous era with St-Pierre and BJ Penn, which I observed as a fan. Then I had to see how everything transitioned to a new era. And now we are experiencing something similar.” He added, referencing key veterans, “I am leaving. Justin Gaethje is leaving. Kamaru Usman has a few fights left. Right now, a changing of the guard is happening.”

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