Dustin Poirier: Jorge Masvidal planned flying knee knockout of Ben Askren

Dustin Poirier says Jorge Masvidal planned his 2019 flying-knee opening against Ben Askren, clarifying how the UFC's fastest knockout unfolded.The Jorge Masvidal flying knee and Ben Askren knockout were discussed by Poirier, who said the move was rehearsed with coach Mike Brown.He recalled the UFC fastest knockout plan being outlined the night before and sharing the prediction with a friend.At the start, both rushed forward; as Askren shot for a takedown, Masvidal landed the knee five seconds in.Askren entered after a win over Robbie Lawler; Masvidal was coming off a victory against Darren Till.The moment elevated Masvidal's profile and preceded major fights, including a win over Nate Diaz; Askren later retired after losing to Demian Maia.