Demonstrating the respect he has for each fighters, Lil Wayne valued the prospect to assist Dustin Poirier throughout his epic retirement battle, but in addition celebrated Max Holloway for his success within the UFC 318 headliner.
The musician, actual title Dwayne Michael Carter Jr., was initially set to placed on a present for the followers as ‘The Diamond’ made his last stroll to the octagon. As an alternative, the 42-year-old solely accompanied his fellow Louisianan to the cage throughout his walkout.
Whereas he did not get to dwell as much as the unique plan of his rumored involvement, Lil Wayne performed a a lot greater function all through the UFC 318 occasion and past.
Dustin Poirier entered the octagon for the ultimate time with a mashup of James Brown’s “The Boss” and Lil Wayne’s “Cannot Be Broke”, with the latter strolling beside him to the octagon.
Take a look at Poirier’s iconic walkout within the video beneath.
Regardless of not getting a fairytale ending to his profession in blended martial arts, Dustin Poirier placed on an all-timer with Max Holloway.
As Holloway was introduced the winner on the judges’ scorecards, Lil Wayne joined an unique checklist alongside Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson, Mark Coleman, and inaugural champion Jorge Masvidal to current the BMF title to the winner.
Wayne was honored to take action, wrapping the belt round Max Holloway’s waist following his five-round battle with Dustin Poirier on Saturday.
KEEPING HIS BELT 💪@BlessedMMA earns the UD victory tonight in enemy territory![ #UFC318 ] pic.twitter.com/lJlBTpYOWU
— UFC (@ufc) July 20, 2025
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In spite of everything was stated and executed on an eventful UFC 318, Max Holloway was simply one in every of many who confirmed their respect to Dustin Poirier, giving the MMA legend his flowers.
Whereas it was Poirier’s evening, Lil Wayne stole a number of the highlight along with his presence within the Smoothie King Middle in New Orleans.
As they celebrated their victory backstage, Max Holloway, his spouse, and his son Rush posed for an image with the hip hop icon Lil Wayne.
