Dustin Poirier News
Dustin Poirier disagrees with Justin Gaethje’s assessment that the BMF belt is stupid: “I like it”
Susan Cox - June 1, 2023
Dustin Poirier disagrees with Justin Gaethje’s assessment that the ‘BMF’ belt is stupid. Poirier (29-7 MMA) and Gaethje (24-4 MMA) will meet in a five-round main event on Saturday, July 29th at UFC 291 which take place at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. The two will be fighting for the ‘BMF’ (Baddest Motherf**ker) belt.
Beneil Dariush explains why he favors Justin Gaethje to avenge previous loss to Dustin Poirier at UFC 291: “He’s more motivated”
Harry Kettle - May 31, 2023
Beneil Dariush has given his thoughts on the upcoming BMF title showdown between Justin Gaethje and Dustin Poirier. Later this summer, Justin Gaethje and Dustin Poirier will collide for the second time. It comes five years after their first collision, which was won by Poirier at the end of an all-out war. This time around, though, they’ll be competing for the vacant BMF championship in the main event of UFC 291.
Dustin Poirier shares his prediction for upcoming Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz boxing match: “It’s not an easy fight”
Susan Cox - May 30, 2023
Dustin Poirier is sharing his prediction for the upcoming Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz boxing match. Nate Diaz is set to make his boxing debut against Jake Paul on Saturday, August 5th, at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas.
Justin Gaethje calls BMF belt "stupid" but explains why he's excited for rematch against Dustin Poirier at UFC 291
Cole Shelton - May 29, 2023
Justin Gaethje thought the BMF belt was stupid when the UFC first introduced it for Jorge Masvidal vs. Nate Diaz. After Diaz beat Anthony Pettis he called out Masvidal so he could defend his ‘Baddest Mother F****r’ belt which the UFC ended up actually making. However, it was considered a one-off and after Mavidal won, the belt was never defended.
Dustin Poirier explains why he favors Conor McGregor to finish Michael Chandler inside "two rounds"
Cole Shelton - May 22, 2023
Dustin Poirier believes Conor McGregor will finish Michael Chandler inside two rounds if they end up fighting. McGregor and Chandler are coaching TUF and are expected to fight later this year in a highly-anticipated fight. The Irishman is looking to snap his two-fight losing skid after losing back-to-back fights to Dustin Poirier, while Chandler is also coming off a loss to Poirier.
Dustin Poirier anticipates a war with Justin Gaethje at UFC 291: “If this fight doesn’t get you excited, you’re not a fan”
Josh Evanoff - May 22, 2023
UFC lightweight contender Dustin Poirier is expecting another war with Justin Gaethje. ‘The Diamond’ is slated to face ‘The Highlight’ in the main event of UFC 291 in July. Furthermore, the two will battle for the promotion’s ceremonial ‘BMF’ championship. The title was last put on the line in 2019 when Jorge Masvidal defeated Nate Diaz at UFC 244 to claim the gold.
Daniel Cormier reacts to newly announced BMF title fight between Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje: "Now it means something"
Chris Taylor - May 20, 2023
UFC commentator Daniel Cormier has shared his thoughts on the newly announced BMF title fight between Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje. Earlier this week, Dana White announced that Poirier and Gaethje will collide for a second time in the headliner of UFC 291 on Saturday, July 29, in Salt Lake City with the promotion’s BMF title up for grabs.
Dustin Poirier opens as a slight betting favorite against Justin Gaethje for BMF belt at UFC 291
Cole Shelton - May 18, 2023
Dustin Poirier opened as the betting favorite ahead of his UFC 291 BMF title fight against Justin Gaethje. On Tuesday, UFC president Dana White announced that Poirier and Gaethje will headline UFC 291 in Salt Lake City, Utah for the BMF title. The fight will go down on July 29 in a fight that fans have wanted ever since they fought back in 2018, where Poirier won by fourth-round TKO.
Justin Gaethje says Dustin Poirier “said no” to coaching a season of The Ultimate Fighter: “$80k to go f**king six weeks away from my family? No thanks.”
Susan Cox - May 1, 2023
Justin Gaethje says Dustin Poirier ‘said no’ to coaching a season of The Ultimate Fighter. Gaethje (24-4 MMA) and Poirier (29-7 MMA) have a history together. They fought back in 2018 where it was ‘The Highlight’ who went down to defeat by way to TKO courtesy of ‘The Diamond’.
Gilbert Burns calls out Dustin Poirier for UFC 288, 'The Diamond' responds
Cole Shelton - April 17, 2023
Gilbert Burns is looking to face Dustin Poirier at UFC 288. After Charles Oliveira vs. Beneil Dariush was postponed, Dana White announced they would be making a new fight to serve as the co-main event of UFC 288. He also revealed the scrap would likely feature Gilbert Burns, and after that, ‘Durinho’ and Belal Muhammad began taking shots at each other on social media.
Dustin Poirier provides update on his next UFC appearance: “It's looking like the Gaethje fight”
Susan Cox - April 10, 2023
Dustin Poirier is providing an update on his next UFC appearance. ‘The Diamond’ (29-7 MMA) has 4 wins in his last 5 fights. Poirier’s most recent victory came against Michael Chandler (23-8 MMA) in November of 2022 at UFC 281.
Dustin Poirier hits back at Justin Gaethje's claim of being the most exciting fighter ever: "F*ck the shortlist, I am the guy!"
Josh Evanoff - April 4, 2023
Former UFC interim lightweight champion Dustin Poirier believes he’s the most exciting fighter of all time. ‘The Diamond’ has been out of the cage since his clash with Michael Chandler last November. In that lightweight showcase bout on UFC 281, Poirier survived an early swarm from the former Bellator champion. However, in the third round, he locked up a rear-naked choke for the submission win.
Dustin Poirier responds to Justin Gaethje’s call for a rematch
Harry Kettle - March 22, 2023
UFC star Dustin Poirier has responded after Justin Gaethje made it known that he’d be open to facing ‘The Diamond’ in a rematch. Last weekend at UFC 285, Justin Gaethje put on a real show. In an absolute war against Rafael Fiziev, he was able to get his hand raised via decision to confirm that he’s still one of the top dogs at 155 pounds.
Justin Gaethje eyes Dustin Poirier rematch or a title shot with a win over Rafael Fiziev at UFC 286
Cole Shelton - March 15, 2023
Justin Gaethje is looking at Dustin Poirier or a title shot next time out. Gaethje is set to return to Octagon at UFC 286 against Rafael Fiziev in a very intriguing fight. It’s the first time ‘The Highlight’ is fighting since he suffered a submission loss to Charles Oliveira last time out for the belt.
Islam Makhachev claims Michael Chandler “lost on purpose” to obtain Conor McGregor fight
Harry Kettle - March 13, 2023
Islam Makhachev believes Michael Chandler lost his last fight on purpose in order to get a fight with Conor McGregor. Later this year, Michael Chandler will fight Conor McGregor following the latest season of Th Ultimate Fighter. It’s a bout that he has been calling for and now, he’s finally got it.
Dustin Poirier accepts Islam Makhachev's call for a new title challenger: "That's the plan"
Josh Evanoff - February 22, 2023
UFC lightweight contender Dustin Poirier has answered Islam Makhachev’s call. The Russian returned to the octagon earlier this month in the main event of UFC 284. Standing opposite the newly crowned champion was fellow titleholder Alexander Volkanovski. Despite Makhachev entering the fight a massive favorite, ‘The Great’ held his own for five rounds.
Nate Diaz scolds “pussy” Dustin Poirier for dodging a real fighter: “When sh*t got hit you bitched out of the fight”
Josh Evanoff - February 10, 2023
Former UFC welterweight Nate Diaz fired many shots at Dustin Poirier earlier today. The Stockton native has been out of action since submitting Tony Ferguson at UFC 279 last September. However, as the story goes, Diaz was never supposed to face ‘El Cucuy’ that night. He was originally slated to face Khamzat Chimaev in the five-round headliner.
Dustin Poirier shares prediction for upcoming Conor McGregor vs. Michael Chandler fight: “He’s just too hittable”
Josh Evanoff - February 6, 2023
UFC lightweight contender Dustin Poirier is leaning toward Conor McGregor to defeat Michael Chandler. Late last week, Dana White announced that ‘The Notorious’ and ‘Iron’ would coach the next season of The Ultimate Fighter. The show is slated to begin broadcasting in May, with a clash later this year yet to be announced. While the date isn’t known, Ariel Helwani has previously reported the bout will take place at welterweight.