Dustin Poirier advises guillotine against Islam Makhachev

Former UFC interim lightweight champion Dustin Poirier recently weighed in on the upcoming UFC 322 bout between Jack Della Maddalena and Islam Makhachev. During a Q&A session, Poirier was asked what advice he would give to Della Maddalena. He jokingly suggested trying a guillotine choke—a move he is famously fond of, despite often attempting it at inopportune moments in his own fights. Poirier’s love for the guillotine is well‑documented; he has repeatedly said he will never stop using it, even though it carries risk. For example, in his fight against Benoît Saint‑Denis at UFC 299, he went for the choke multiple times despite his corner’s objections.

Beyond the joke, Poirier offered practical counsel. He urged Della Maddalena to keep the fight in the center of the octagon and avoid being backed against the fence. He also cautioned him not to over‑worry about Makhachev’s wrestling, advising him to focus on his own strengths and fight his own fight.

Poirier also shared his prediction, believing Makhachev will edge out a decision victory, though he would not be surprised if Della Maddalena pulls off an upset. Live betting odds currently favor Makhachev at –285, with Della Maddalena a +230 underdog. The matchup has generated significant anticipation, with fans eager to see how the Australian challenger will perform against the reigning lightweight champion. Poirier’s comments have added to the buzz, prompting extensive discussion on social media as the fight approaches. Fans will be watching closely to see whether Della Maddalena can defy the odds and defeat Makhachev.