Dustin poirier

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When and why did you start training and fighting? My first fight was in I was born a fighter. I went one day to check it out and that was a wrap — I fell in love with the sport. What ranks and titles do you have? Former interim UFC lightweight champion. As an amateur I held two belts at lbs and I went

Dustin poirier

Dustin Glenn Poirier born January 19, is an American professional mixed martial artist. As of August 1, , he is 3 in the UFC lightweight rankings. Known for his boxing skills, especially his shifting punching style and extensive use of the shoulder roll , he has mostly finished his opponents through his proficiency in striking since the early days of his career in the UFC. Poirier was born in Lafayette, Louisiana , and is of Cajun heritage. Poirier turned professional in , quickly compiled a record of 7—0, competing mostly in regional promotions across his native Louisiana and the Southern United States. Aldo then had to withdraw from the bout due to a back injury on November 23, Poirier agreed to step in and face Grispi at the event on January 1, Jung defeated Poirier via submission D'arce Choke in the fourth round. Poirier quickly returned to action, taking his second fight within 63 days as he stepped in as a replacement for an injured Dennis Siver. During the fight, both fighters landed punches which appeared to hurt the other. Poirier scored leg kicks and double leg takedowns. Swanson retaliated with head kicks and submission attempts.

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Dustin Glenn Poirier born January 19, is an American professional mixed martial artist. As of August 1, , he is 3 in the UFC lightweight rankings. Known for his boxing skills, especially his shifting punching style and extensive use of the shoulder roll , he has mostly finished his opponents through his proficiency in striking since the early days of his career in the UFC. Poirier was born in Lafayette, Louisiana , and is of Cajun heritage. Poirier turned professional in , quickly compiled a record of 7—0, competing mostly in regional promotions across his native Louisiana and the Southern United States. Aldo then had to withdraw from the bout due to a back injury on November 23, Poirier agreed to step in and face Grispi at the event on January 1, Jung defeated Poirier via submission D'arce Choke in the fourth round. Poirier quickly returned to action, taking his second fight within 63 days as he stepped in as a replacement for an injured Dennis Siver.

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UFC returned to T-Mobile Arena for the final pay-per-view of with two thrilling world championship fights. UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira made his first successful title defense after taking on on No. Plus, No. The remaining fights are all scheduled for three rounds. Official Scorecards. The storybook ride of Charles Oliveira continued in the main event of UFC , with the UFC lightweight champion submitting number one contender Dustin Poirier in the third round to retain the title he won earlier this year for the first time. The classy combatants shared a hug after the instructions from referee Herb Dean, then there was no friendship at all as Oliveira took the fight to Poirier, who rattled the champ with a right hand in response. The exchanges continued, with Oliveira mixing his attacks up nicely as Poirier stuck to using his fists. Just before two minutes were gone, Oliveira tied Poirier up briefly before unleashing more varied strikes.

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Benoit Saint Denis. UFC En Fotos. Poirier got his first tattoo at the age of Bobby Green. April 14, April 16, Dustin Poirier Anthony Pettis. He had a lay off for six weeks due to the injury. Do you have any heroes? December 28, Retrieved January 12, De Randamie Feb.

As if Dustin Poirier's reputation for being a battle-tested legend needed more validation, his UFC knockout of red-hot contender Benoit Saint Denis on Saturday in Miami was one for the ages.

McGregor 3 tops rematch". Dustin Poirier Bobby Green. Bisping 2. Dan Hooker. September 9, August 1, Performance of the Night. After the loss, Poirier transferred up a weight class to the Lightweight division. Retrieved 10 June Poirier still spends most of his time in Lafayette with his wife and their daughter, but trains at American Top Team in South Florida , where he relocates before fights. September 27, Retrieved January 2, Charles Oliveira 2. August 31,