UFC 269 video: Charles Oliveira, Dustin Poirier go nose-to-nose during first faceoff

LAS VEGAS – The first Charles Oliveira vs. Dustin Poirier faceoff is in the books ahead of Saturday’s UFC 269 lightweight title fight.

At the conclusion of Thursday’s pre-fight press conference, Oliveira (31-8 MMA, 19-8 UFC) and Poirier (28-6 MMA, 20-5 UFC) engaged in a staredown that helped build the hype toward their anticipated championship clash.

Charles Oliveira and Dustin Poirier get nose-to-nose during their first #UFC269 faceoff. pic.twitter.com/ad1EdmECvz

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Both men were respectful yet intense as they locked eyes for the record-setting contest, which headlines the final numbered UFC event of the year.

UFC 269 takes place at T-Mobile Arena. The main card airs on pay-per-view following prelims on ESPN2 and ESPN+.

Check out the video of the Oliveira vs. Poirier faceoff above.