WHO IS DUSTIN POIRIER UFC FIGHTER

Dustin Poirier is a 32-year-old Mixed Martial Arts fighter currently signed to the UFC. Dustin is from Louisiana USA and trains in a highly renowned gym American Top Team. Overall, Dustin has an impressive record of 28 wins and 6 loses with some of his most notable wins being against Conor McGregor and Justin Gaethje. He was the first fighter in the UFC to get a KO win over Conor McGregor which has provided him a massive boost in popularity.

Dustin is well known for being a technical brawler with his fights often going back and forth until he has worn his opponent out and gets the finish or decision. Some of Dustin’s most impressive stats are 50% of his wins come by TKO/KO, 25% of wins by submission and 25% by decision. This shows Dustin is a well-rounded fighter with multiple methods to finish a fight.

The Good Fight Foundation

Dustin isn't just an elite level fighter, but he’s also started the Good Fight Foundation with his wife Jolie. They started out by selling fighters gear such as shorts or gloves after events. With the money they raised they were capable of helping thousands of people in need, including helping with the health care in other countries and assisting with the prevention of environmental disaster.

An example of what the Good Fight Foundation has done is they donated an estimate of 1000 meals to front line workers along with medical staff.

Dustin’s Upcoming Fight Date and Opponent

Dustin’s next fight will be at UFC 269 against current UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira. The reigning champion Charles is currently on an impressive 9 fight win streak with notable wins over Tony Fergusion, Kevin Lee and Michael Chandler. Charles is a well-rounded fighter with a variety of wins from TKO/KO, decisions and submission. Over 61% of Charles wins come by way of submission which will be one of Dustin’s biggest threats on fight night.

An interesting fact: Dustin’s last lose was to Khabib Nurmagomedov via submission.

Dustin is currently the favourite for the upcoming bout with many fighters saying Dustin’s size, punching power and cardio will be too much for Charles. Have a look at some of Dustin's biggest wins below.

Dustin’s Fights and Record

Record: 28 – 6