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UFC 257 video recap: Dustin Poirier becomes first man to knockout Conor McGregor

In the main event of UFC 257, Dustin Poirier became the first man to knockout Conor McGregor, winning by second-round TKO.

McGregor came into the rematch after a year away from the octagon, whilst Poirier hadn’t fought since a decision win against Dan Hooker last June.

What was the high point of the fight?

Poirier secured a takedown early in the first round but after manoeuvring his back against the fence McGregor was able to get back to his feet. Both men were exchanging shoulder strikes in the clinch.

In the second round, Poirier was landing some good low kicks to the lead leg of McGregor.