When Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje square off at UFC 291 on July 29, a new BMF champion will be crowned.
UFC 291 is broadcast on ESPN+ PPV in the United States and takes place at the Delta Centre in Utah. UFC 291 results and schedule, including Dustin Poirier vs. Justin Gaethje 2, Jan Blachowicz vs. Alex Pereira
The BMF Title, which debuted at UFC 244, is regarded as the “baddest m—–f—–” title. Unlike regular UFC titles, it is a symbolic title known to elevate a beloved fan-favorite due to their tenacity. Jorge Masvidal defeated Nate Diaz to become the first BMF Champion at UFC 244. The belt needed a new holder when he retired.
Poirier and Gaethje fought in 2018, and Poirier won by TKO. Since then, both have gone 6-2, competing in several title fights and receiving multiple performance bonuses. The victor of this bout will be rated first in the lightweight division.
While it’s not for authentic UFC gold, the BMF belt has meaning to the company. Broadcaster Jon Anik mentioned to Middle Easy that it’s rewarding for the favorites that deserve to be recognized.
“It’s not an undisputed belt, but who are the men most deserving of it?” And, at the very least, in terms of title stakes, these two are closer to the belt than arguably Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz were when they fought at UFC 244 or whatever it was,” Anik told MMA Junkie. “So, gosh, it’s a tough question, but I’d probably have to lean — I love you, ‘Gamebred,’ I love you, Nate Diaz — but, bro, I got to say Poirier and Gaethje are fighting for the true title eliminator, and as such, I think you’d have to say it’s just elevated the discussion.”
The Sporting News will provide results from the main event and the full UFC 291 fight card.
UFC 291 results and schedule, including Dustin Poirier vs. Justin Gaethje 2, Jan Blachowicz vs. Alex Pereira.
UFC 291 full card results
Main card
- Dustin Poirier vs. Justin Gaethje 2 for the BMF belt
- Jan Blachowicz vs. Alex Pereira; Light Heavyweights
- Tony Ferguson vs. Bobby Green; Lightweights
- Michael Chiesa vs. Kevin Holland; Welterweights
- Stephen Thompson vs. Michel Pereira; Welterweights
Prelims
- Derrick Lewis vs. Marcos Rogerio de Lima; Heavyweights
- Trevin Giles vs. Gabriel Bonfim; Welterweights
- Claudio Ribeiro vs. Roman Kopylov; Middleweights
- Jake Matthews vs. Darrius Flowers; Welterweights
Early prelims
- C.J. Vergara vs. Vinicius Salvador; Flyweights
- Matthew Semelsberger vs. Uros Medic; Welterweights
- Miranda Maverick vs. Priscila Cachoeira; Flyweights
When is UFC 291: Dustin Poirier vs. Justin Gaethje 2?
UFC 291 kicks off with the early prelims at 6 p.m. ET in the United States. The prelims begin at 8 p.m. ET, followed by the main card at 10 p.m. ET. Depending on how long the undercard fights last, Poirier and Gaethje should arrive at the octagon around 12:15 a.m. ET.
| Region | Date | Early Prelims Start Time | Prelims Start Time | Main Card Start Time | Main Event Ring Walks (approx.) |
| USA and Canada (ET) | Sat. July 29 | 6 p.m. ET | 8 p.m. ET | 10 p.m. ET | 12:15 a.m. ET |
| USA and Canada (PT) | Sat. July 29 | 3 p.m. PT | 5 p.m. PT | 7 p.m. PT | 9:15 p.m. PT |
| UK and Ireland | Sun. July 30 | 11 p.m. BST | 1 a.m. BST | 3 a.m. BST | 5:15 a.m. BST |
| Australia | Sun. July 30 | 8 a.m. AEST | 10 a.m. AEST | 12 p.m. AEST | 2:15 p.m. AEST |
How to watch UFC 291: Dustin Poirier vs. Justin Gaethje 2
CountryDateChannel + Live Stream (main card)United StatesSat. July 29ESPN+, ESPN PPVCanadaSat. July 29BELL, Rogers, Shaw, SaskTel, Videotron, Telus, Eastlink, UFC PPV on UFC Fight PassUnited KingdomSun. July 30BT SportAustraliaSun. July 30Main Event, Kayo Sports, Fetch TV, UFC PPV on UFC Fight Pass
The main program for UFC 291 is accessible for a pay-per-view fee in the United States and Mexico on the ESPN+ subscription streaming service. Earlier fights can be seen live on ESPN+.
The main card pay-per-view is available in Canada on BELL, Rogers, Shaw, SaskTel, Videotron, Telus, Eastlink, and UFC Fight Pass.
Dustin Poirier vs. Justin Gaethje 2 PPV price: How much does UFC 291 cost?
- $79.99 (current ESPN+ subscribers)
- $124.98 (new subscribers)
In the U.S., the UFC 291 main card is available via pay-per-view on ESPN+, which also requires a subscription. The PPV price for UFC 291 is $79.99 for current subscribers. New subscribers can pay a bundle price of $124.98 for the UFC 291 pay-per-view and an ESPN+ annual subscription, which offers savings of more than 30 percent.
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