Dustin Poirier

Professional Mixed Martial Artist

American Lafayette, Louisiana

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Quick Info

ProfessionProfessional Mixed Martial Artist
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth19/01/1989
Age37 years
BirthplaceLafayette, Louisiana

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Bio/Wiki

SummaryDustin Glenn Poirier is an American former professional mixed martial artist who competed in the UFC from 2009 to 2025. He competed in the Featherweight and Lightweight divisions and is considered one of the greatest Lightweights of all time. Known for his resilience, heart, and philanthropic work through the Good Fight Foundation.
Career Span2009-2025
Notable AchievementsInterim UFC Lightweight Champion, three-time UFC Lightweight Championship challenger, two-time BMF title challenger

Physical Stats & More

Height5'9"
Weight156 lbs
StanceSouthpaw
Fighting StyleBrazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Thugjitsu
MMA Record30-10-0

Personal Life

SpouseJolie

Family

Children
  • Parker Noelle
  • 15/08/2016

Career

TeamAmerican Top Team
NicknameThe Diamond
Professional Debut2009
Debut ResultFirst round knockout
Notable Fights
  • Opponent: Max Holloway Date: 13/04/2019 Event: UFC 236 Result: Won Method: Unanimous Decision Achievement: Won Interim UFC Lightweight Championship, broke Holloway's 13-fight win streak
  • Opponent: Jung Chan-Sung Date: 15/05/2012 Result: Lost Achievement: UFC Fight of the Night, deemed Fight of the Year by most outlets
  • Opponent: Max Holloway Date: 19/07/2025 Event: UFC 318 Result: Lost Method: Unanimous Decision Round: 5 Time: 5:00
  • Opponent: Islam Makhachev Date: 01/06/2024 Event: UFC 302 Result: Lost Method: Submission Round: 5 Time: 2:42
  • Opponent: Benoit Saint Denis Date: 09/03/2024 Event: UFC 299 Result: Won Method: KO/TKO Round: 2 Time: 2:32
  • Opponent: Justin Gaethje Date: 29/07/2023 Event: UFC 291 Result: Lost Method: KO/TKO Round: 2 Time: 1:00

Social Media

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/dustinpoirier/
Twitterhttps://twitter.com/dustinpoirier
Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/dustinpoirier

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Turned professional in 2009 with a first round knockout victory
2. Gained significant fame following his 2012 fight against Jung Chan-Sung
3. Founded the Good Fight Foundation, demonstrating commitment to philanthropy and community work
4. Overcame a challenging childhood in Lafayette, Louisiana to become one of the greatest lightweights in UFC history
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