Dustin Poirier was born on January 19, 1989, in Lafayette, United States. Dustin “The Diamond” Poirier was born in the Millennials Generation and is currently 35 years old. He is a UFC fighter who competes in the lightweight division. He made his Octagon debut 5,080 days ago, on January 2, 2011. Poirier trains at American Top Team.
When is Dustin Poirier’s next fight, what’s his height, reach, record, and who is he fighting next? Let’s find out below ⤵
Name |
Dustin Poirier |
Nickname |
“The Diamond” |
Date of Birth |
January 19, 1989 |
Age |
35 |
Birthplace |
Lafayette, United States |
Birth Sign |
Capricorn |
Height |
5' 9" (1.75 m) |
Weight |
155 lbs (70 kg) |
Reach |
72″ |
Leg Reach |
40.5″ |
Stance |
Southpaw |
Style |
Jiu-Jitsu |
As of November 2024, Dustin Poirier’s pro record is 29-8-0, with 15 of those wins coming by knockout, 6 by submission, and the rest by a decision. Poirier has fought in over 38 professional MMA bouts, and his last fight was 1 year and 4 months ago against Justin Gaethje at UFC 291: Poirier vs. Gaethje 2. The fight was on Saturday, July 29, 2023. Dustin Poirier by KO (Head Kick) in round 2 at 1:00.
Fun fact: On the day Dustin was born, "Two Hearts" by Phil Collins was the #1 song in the country (Billboard). You can find out more interesting Dustin Poirier birthday facts.
Dustin Poirier’s next fight: PENDING
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Career & History
Dustin Poirier, a fighter from Lafayette, United States, has been in the mixed martial arts world since he was young. His career currently spans 38 fights, with a record of 29 wins, 8 losses, and 1 no contest.
In his most recent fight at UFC 291 on July 29, 2023, Poirier faced a tough battle and was knocked out by Justin Gaethje early in the second round. Before that, he had a victory at UFC 281 on November 12, 2022, where he won against Michael Chandler with a rear naked choke in the third round.
Poirier has had a mix of wins and losses, including a submission loss to Charles Oliveira at UFC 269 but a notable victory over Conor McGregor by TKO at UFC 264. He also defeated Conor McGregor earlier in the year at UFC 257, stopping him with strikes in the second round.
Throughout his career, Poirier has faced other skilled fighters, winning against Max Holloway for the interim UFC lightweight title and stopping Eddie Alvarez’s onslaught at UFC on FOX. No matter the outcome, each fight has added to the legacy of Dustin Poirier in the world of mixed martial arts.
Dustin Poirier height and weight
Dustin Poirier’s height is 5' 9" (1.75 m). He fights in the lightweight division. Fighters who fight in the lightweight class can weigh anywhere from pounds, but because of weight cutting, many MMA fighters walk around 10 – 30 lbs heavier than their weight class maximum limit.
Dustin Poirier net worth
Dustin Poirier’s net worth estimates may vary because it’s hard to predict his spending habits. Many famous fighters also receive pay-per-view cuts, money from sponsorships, and other “locker room” or special discretionary bonuses the UFC often pays, which are not reported to the public. We found multiple online sources that list Dustin Poirier’s net worth; check out CelebsMoney. Net worth is calculated by adding anything of value and subtracting all of the liabilities.
Did you know: The average UFC fighter made $148,000 in 2020, up from average earnings of $146,000 in 2019, $138,000 in 2018, and $132,000 in 2017.
How old is Dustin Poirier?
Dustin Poirier’s age is 35 years old. He was born on Thursday, January 19, 1989. Dustin is turning 36 years old in .
Where is Dustin Poirier from?
Dustin Poirier was born in Lafayette, United States.
What is Dustin Poirier’s reach?
Dustin Poirier’s reach is 72″ and leg reach is 40.5″.
Where does Dustin Poirier rain?
Dustin Poirier trains at American Top Team.
Who is Dustin Poirier dating now?
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Dustin Poirier facts
1. Dustin Poirier’s birth sign is Capricorn.
2. He was born in the Year of the Serpent.
3. Dustin’s next birthday is in
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4. His wealth comes from being an MMA Fighter.
5. Dustin Poirier was born in Millennials Generation (1989).
6. Poirier’s life path number is 11.
7. His ruling planet is Saturn.
8. Dustin Poirier’s birth flower is Carnation.
9. His birthstone is Garnet.
10. Poirier has been alive for 13,098 days or 314,359 hours.
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