Lil Wayne was alleged to stroll out Dustin Poirier at UFC 318, however regardless of a public promise, the rapper by no means joined the fighter within the octagon—and followers need solutions.

What occurred?

Lil Wayne and Dustin Poirier have been alleged to make Louisiana magic at UFC 318, however one thing acquired misplaced between the hype and the octagon. In New Orleans, this was billed as the remaining struggle of Poirier’s unimaginable MMA profession. And followers have been primed to see their hometown hero make his entrance flanked by none apart from Tunechi himself. But when the lights dimmed and the walk-out started, Lil Wayne didn’t stroll him out.

This was alleged to be epic! And, it wasn’t only a rumor—it was confirmed. In an interview with ESPN earlier within the week, Poirier emphatically said, “Wayne is walking me out. 100%.” That’s about as definitive because it will get. The press ran wild with it. And for Hip-Hop heads, UFC followers, and Louisiana natives, the second promised to be legendary.

Only… it by no means occurred.

Wayne was within the constructing at UFC 318. He was photographed backstage, and several other sources confirmed his presence on the Smoothie King Center. So, it wasn’t a case of ghosting. But when it got here time for the walk-out, Poirier emerged solo. No Wayne and no “A Milli.” The Diamond was amped so it could not have been a fantastic, large subject.

This begs the query: what occurred?

No official rationalization has come out from both camp. Some are saying it was some last-minute UFC crimson tape. It additionally might have been logistics or manufacturing rights. Apparently, Wayne was prepared however acquired lower as a result of a broadcast change or backstage miscommunication.

Poirier didn’t tackle the walk-out absence immediately within the post-fight media. And Weezy? Nada. To make issues worse, Poirier misplaced. He’s acquired a storied profession regardless. God bless.

On a facet be aware, individuals are questioning what occurred to Wayne.

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