In a moment that blends hip-hop and MMA like never before, rap icon Lil Wayne has expressed a heartfelt desire to walk with Dustin Poirier during what is rumored to be the fighter’s final Octagon appearance at UFC 318. The news has fans buzzing, marking a potential emotional and electrifying moment in combat sports history.
Taking to social media on Monday night, Lil Wayne posted a tweet saying: “Been ridin’ with my dog @DustinPoirier for years. If this is the last one, let me walk you out like a champ.” The tweet has since gone viral, with fans from both the rap and MMA worlds calling it a “legendary crossover moment.”
Dustin Poirier, a former interim UFC lightweight champion and one of the most respected veterans in the sport, is set to headline UFC 318 in what many insiders believe could be his farewell fight. While Poirier hasn’t officially confirmed that UFC 318 will be his final bout, recent interviews have hinted that the end of his fighting career may be near.
“I’ve given everything I’ve got to this sport,” Poirier recently said during an ESPN interview. “If this is the last one, I want it to be special.”
Enter Lil Wayne — not only a Grammy-winning rapper but also a longtime fan of the fight game. The New Orleans native has publicly supported Poirier, who also hails from Louisiana, over the years. Their bond is built on mutual respect and shared roots, and fans have often seen them interact on social media and at public events.
To many, the idea of Lil Wayne walking Dustin Poirier to the Octagon feels like a fitting tribute — two Louisiana legends side-by-side, representing resilience, grit, and legacy.
UFC President Dana White was asked about the possibility during a press conference and responded positively. “Look, if Dustin wants Lil Wayne in his corner or walking him out, that’s something we’d seriously consider,” White said. “It would be a hell of a moment, no doubt.”
For fans, the thought of hearing one of Lil Wayne’s anthems live as Poirier makes his final walk down the tunnel sends chills. Some are already speculating what track might be chosen — “Uproar,” “6 Foot 7 Foot,” or perhaps something specially written for the moment.
The cultural crossover is also seen as a celebration of Poirier’s journey — from a tough kid fighting out of Lafayette, Louisiana, to one of the most respected fighters in UFC history. And with Lil Wayne by his side, it could be a sendoff for the ages.
While final details remain unconfirmed, the buzz continues to build. Fans are eagerly awaiting whether UFC 318 will not only mark the end of an era but also deliver one of the most iconic walkouts in MMA history.
One thing is certain — if Lil Wayne joins Dustin Poirier for that final walk, it won’t just be a fight. It’ll be a moment.
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