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Ammon News - The pair will main event in Abu Dhabi in a rematch six years in the making.

Conor McGregor will face Dustin Poirier in the main event of UFC 257 as the pair take part in a rematch six years in the making.

It’s been a chaotic year for McGregor, who has not fought since January, when he dispatched Donald Cerrone in just 40 seconds.

McGregor frustrated Dana White during negotiations thereafter, with the coronavirus pandemic causing issues with his compensation, leading to another apparent retirement.

Khabib Nurmagomedov is seemingly off the radar for now, having retired following his victory over Justin Gaethje in October and the passing of his father.

And without the unbeaten Russian, the lightweight division is now wide open: Gaethje remains the No 1 contender, with Poirier second, Charles Oliveira third and McGregor fourth.

But the fight with the biggest impact at 155lbs is set to be McGregor vs Poirier, which is taking place six years after the Irishman knocked out ‘The Diamond’ in the first round of their clash at featherweight.

Here is everything you need to know about the seismic bout.

The fight is on 23 January on top of the bill at UFC 257. It will take place on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. White has confirmed that a limited number of fans will be able to attend the card at the Etihad Arena.

UK fans can watch the main card on BT Sport Box Office HD, as well as the broadcaster’s site and app, for a fee of £19.95.

The prelims will air to BT Sport subscribers for free.

In the US, the main card will air on ESPN+, which – along with ESPN – will show the prelims. Both channels will also air the early prelims, as will UFC’s Fight Pass.

*Independent