In a thrilling match that kept fans on the edge of their seats, Benoit Saint-Denis faced Dustin Poirier in a highly anticipated fight. However, the French fighter's performance was hindered by a recent illness, as he revealed in a heartfelt message after the match.

In a post-fight message to his supporters, Saint-Denis expressed his disappointment at not being able to fully showcase his abilities. After a week of taking antibiotics to fight off an infection, his body didn't respond as he had hoped. Despite his physical setbacks, he maintained a strong presence in the fight, giving his all in the ring.

"Unfortunately tonight I couldn't fully express myself. My body didn't keep up after a week of antibiotics to fight an infection. Throughout I was present but my body was absent, it did not react as usual. I only had one round to give you," Saint-Denis wrote in French.

He went on to apologize to those he may have disappointed, assuring them that he will come back even stronger. Saint-Denis expressed his gratitude to Dustin Poirier for accepting the fight, emphasizing that it was an opportunity he couldn't pass up.

The loss to Poirier now puts Saint-Denis' record at 13-2 (5-2 UFC), but the "God of War" is determined to rise above this setback. Despite falling short of breaking into the lightweight top five, his performance was nothing short of extraordinary. In fact, his incredible display earned him a well-deserved $50,000 Fight of the Night bonus.

While the outcome may not have been what Saint-Denis had envisioned, his fighting spirit and resilience were evident throughout the match. Even while battling illness, he showed tremendous potential and a bright future lies ahead for this French prospect.

Though disappointed, fans are eagerly awaiting Saint-Denis' return to the octagon, knowing that he will bring his A-game when he's fully recovered. This courageous performance serves as a testament to his determination and dedication to the sport.

In the face of adversity, Benoit Saint-Denis proved that he is a tenacious fighter who is poised to achieve greatness. As he vows to come back stronger, fans are left with the lasting memory of a roller-coaster ride of a fight that will be etched in their minds for years to come.