There’s no doubt that UFC fans will be familiar with Dustin Poirier. The American mixed martial artist is one of the stars of the fight organization and is also among the top fighters in the official UFC lightweight rankings.
A lethal fighter who was raised in the MMA system, Dustin Poirier is a complete fighter. His tendency to use power punches like the backhand and use headbutts and tips to set up more powerful strikes like a cross makes him a formidable opponent. For more, here’s everything you need to know about the UFC star.
the biography
Dustin Glenn Poirier was born on November 19, 1989 in Lafayette, Louisiana. As a fighter, he got his start in high school when he wrestled at Northside High School. In 2009, he turned pro and went on to amass a 7-0 record, mostly competing in regional promotions in his native Louisiana and the southern United States.
Like many of his UFC peers, Dustin Poirier’s road to the UFC began with World Extreme Cagefighting (WEC). After the WEC merged with the Ultimate Fighting Championship in October 2010, all WEC fighters transferred to the UFC. In his first fight under a new regime, Dustin won his fight against number 1 contender Josh Grispi at UFC 125 and was won by unanimous decision.
Dustin Poirier’s UFC career continued on a steady rise in 2011, winning both of his fights that year. One by unanimous decision and the other by a runoff, D’arce chokes. In 2012, Dustin’s steadily progressing career earned him a fight for the main event at UFC on Fuel after previously defeating Max Holloway in the first round of a fight with an A-arm in the mount position. In his main event, Dustin was defeated by Chan Sung Jung by submitting in the fourth round. The performances of both fighters, however, earned them Fight of the Night honors. At the end of 2012, the fight was considered the fight of the year by several publications. In his last fight in 2012, Dustin defeated Jonathan Brookins by submission, ending 2012 with a 2-1 record.
Despite his fight just 63 days prior, Dustin Poirier returned to action and took on Cub Swanson in a fight. Unfortunately, the Louisana native ultimately lost the fight via unanimous decision.
Dustin earned his second bonus Fight of the Night award in 2014, defeating Akira Corassani at the Ultimate Fighter Nations Finals. He won the fight via TKO in the second round. On September 27, 2014, the young fighter had one of the highest scoring fights of his career against Conor McGregor. He lost the fight in the first round by TKO, a result he attributed to getting caught up in the arrogance of the Conor brand. After the loss, Dustin made some career evaluations and decided to fight only in the Lightweight division.
In 2018, after 28 fights with 22 wins and his third Fight of the Night title, he signed a new contract with the UFC despite having three fights in his previous contracts. His next two fights after his new contract ended in victory for Dustin.
Woman and child
Dustin Poirier is a happily married and devoted father. His wife Jolie became pregnant at the end of 2015 and on August 20, 2016, the couple had their first child, Parker Noelle Poirier. Although originally from Lafayette, Louisiana, Dustin and his family moved to South Florida for training purposes.
Height, weight and body measurements
To be a successful fighter within the UFC, one must be at the peak of their physical health; Dustin Poirier is therefore in great shape. The fighter has his height listed at 5ft 9in while his weight is recorded at 155lbs (70kg). Further details of his body measurements are currently unknown.
It’s easy for him to get in shape, considering he has to keep training and training if he wants to keep his momentum going.
Dustin Poirier – Net worth
A formidable fighter and one on the cusp of the UFC payroll for a long time, Dustin is making big money with his winning streak. The American fighter is currently estimated at $1.6 million. If he continues his winning streak, that number will grow much faster in the near future.
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