Chris Weidman and Dustin Poirier joke about Jamahal Hill's heavyweight transition
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
During a discussion on the podcast Deep Waters, Chris Weidman and Dustin Poirier humorously critiqued Jamahal Hill's physique as he moves up to the heavyweight division. Hill, a former light heavyweight champion, has not fought since vacating his title due to injury earlier this year. The conversation included potential matchups for Hill's heavyweight debut, with Derrick Lewis and Josh Hokit being suggested as suitable opponents. Weidman indicated that Hill's goal is to quickly contend for a title in the heavyweight class.
- •Jamahal Hill jokes about his new heavyweight physique.
- •Weidman and Poirier discussed Hill's potential heavyweight opponents.
- •Hill has not won a fight since January 2023.
- •Possible matchups include Derrick Lewis and Josh Hokit.
- •Weidman believes winning could lead Hill to a title shot.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Morning Report: Chris Weidman jokes that Jamahal Hill looks ‘pregnant’ at heavyweight
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