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Dustin Poirier believes Aaron Pico’s debut at UFC 319 did not go to plan because the newcomer “got in his own way.” Chicago hosted a busy 12-fight card, headlined by Dricus du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 17

Dustin Poirier gives Aaron Pico career-changing advice after third KO loss in UFC 319 debut

Dustin Poirier thinks debutant Aaron Pico ‘got in his own way’ at UFC 319. UFC 319 was a dramatic affair from Chicago, Illinois, with a 12-fight card headlined by Dricus du Plessis and the newly-crowned champion Khamzat Chimaev.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 16

Dustin Poirier names ‘killer’ teammate who ‘doesn’t get talked about enough’ as UFC’s most underrated fighter

Former UFC star Dustin Poirier does not believe one lightweight is getting the flowers he deserves. Poirier trained with some of the best in the game during his career, most of which was spent under the banner of American Top Team in Coconut Creek, Florida.

MMA News / MMA on SI / August 7

Dustin Poirier confirms return to UFC in new job on major PPV

Dustin Poirier is set for his first post-retirement UFC gig as he's set to appear during the UFC 319 broadcast on August 17. 'The Diamond' retired on the

MMA News / Athlon Sports / August 7

Dustin Poirier Set for New Chapter at UFC 319

Poirier begins life after fighting by joining the UFC 319 commentary team alongside Rogan, Cormier, and Anik It wasn’t the storybook ending many had hoped for, but it was one that drew respect from fans across the MMA world.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 7

Joe Rogan makes return for UFC 319 and is joined by Dustin Poirier for first event since retirement

The UFC 319 broadcast team has been confirmed and the popular trio is back in the commentary booth together for the middleweight title fight. In just over a week’s time, the premier promotion returns to Chicago for UFC 319, headlined by a middleweight title fight between Dricus Du Plessis and Khamzat Chimaev.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 6

Dustin Poirier admits he’s still ‘battling’ himself over retirement as fans praise him for his post UFC 318 actions

At UFC 318, an incredible career came to an emotional end in New Orleans. While there were moments where Dustin Poirier’s retirement fight could have ended badly for him, he ended up getting a remarkable send off last month.

‘You get Pedro Pascal’… Fans pitch actors to play Dustin Poirier in a biopic after his hilarious 70-year-old selection

Could Dustin Poirier’s inspirational journey in MMA make it to the big screen? Poirier hung up his gloves in July, bringing an end to his 18-year tenure in mixed martial arts.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 4

Dustin Poirier takes aim at former UFC rival Michael Chandler with familiar three-word nickname

Even in retirement, former UFC star Dustin Poirier does not plan on letting Michael Chandler off the hook. Poirier concluded his 18-year career in mixed martial arts in July, when he challenged Max Holloway for the symbolic BMF title in the main event of UFC 318.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 3

Dustin Poirier reacts after teammate with ‘Diamond’-inspired tattoo left rival disfigured in UFC Vegas 108 bloodbath

Dustin Poirier was among those watching on as Chris Duncan and Mateusz Rebecki delivered the goods in UFC Vegas 108’s co-main event. The main card of Saturday’s UFC Fight Night at the Apex delivered in spades, especially in regard to the two lightweight scraps that set the stage for Tatsuro Taira’s submission victory in the main event.

Max Holloway says he suffered injury in fight with Dustin Poirier at UFC 318 that will keep him out until 2026

Holloway suffered a hand injury in his UFC 318 win vs. Poirier

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MMA News / MMA on SI / August 2

UFC legend’s wife shares powerful message after his final fight

Countless tributes to a recently-retired UFC legend have come out in the last two weeks, with none more meaningful than the one recently shared by the future Hall of Famer’s wife.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 2

Max Holloway responds to claims that he pulled back against Dustin Poirier… ‘There are people talking madness’

Just a few weeks removed from his UFC 318 BMF title fight against Dustin Poirier, Max Holloway has reflected on what was a big win in his career. This past July, Max Holloway took on Dustin Poirier in ‘The Diamond’s’ retirement fight at UFC 318, in a trilogy that has spanned over 13 years.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / August 1

Max Holloway Drops Concerning Update on Future Plans

Holloway reveals injury setback weeks after win in UFC 318 main event After bouncing back from a devastating knockout loss to Ilia Topuria, Max Holloway made a triumphant return at UFC 318.

MMA News / MMA on SI / August 1

Retired UFC legend Dustin Poirier teases plans for post-fighting career

Dustin Poirier recently broke his silence with a career retrospective following his retirement fight against Max Holloway, where he lost a decision but still wound up winning the series 2-1 last month at UFC 318 in New Orleans.

MMA News / HITC / August 1

Dustin Poirier confirms surprise next move a day after being removed from UFC roster

Dustin Poirier won’t be stepping too far away from the Octagon following his UFC retirement. Poirier closed out his career at UFC 318, retiring after a unanimous decision defeat to BMF Champion Max Holloway in his home state of Louisiana.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 1

Dustin Poirier confirms massive career change day after he was removed from UFC roster

Dustin Poirier won’t be too far from the Octagon after his UFC retirement. The former UFC interim lightweight champion fought his final fight at UFC 318, retiring after a unanimous decision loss to BMF Champion Max Holloway in his home state of Louisiana.

MMA News / HITC / July 25

Dustin Poirier highlights what Max Holloway must change for potential rematch with Ilia Topuria

Dustin Poirier believes a potential rematch between Ilia Topuria and Max Holloway could go a bit differently this time around. After his win over Dustin Poirier at UFC 318, Max Holloway is in a good position according to UFC CEO Dana White, who commented on Holloway’s place in the lightweight division following the fight.

MMA News / MMA Sucka / July 21

Examining Sterling Career of 'The Diamond', Certain UFC Hall of Famer

Dustin Poirier has had an amazing career inside the Octagon. From the time he turned pro in the sport of MMA in 2009 up until his final career appearance on July 19, one thing was certain: When Poirier walked into the cage, viewers had to have their popcorn ready.

MMA News / MMA on SI / July 20

Dustin Poirier explains final seconds with Max Holloway at UFC 318

Dustin Poirier says going toe-to-toe with Max Holloway in the final seconds of their UFC 318 fight didn't go to plan. Poirier-Holloway 3 took center stage at UFC 318, where 'The Diamond' received a bespoke UFC retirement package.

MMA News / Field Level Media / July 20

Max Holloway spoils Dustin Poirier’s retirement sendoff with decision win

The trilogy fight between Max Holloway and Dustin Poirier may not have been a microcosm of their first two encounters, but it delivered an electrifying final 15 seconds when Holloway and the retiring Poirier traded blows in Round 5.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / July 20

UFC 318 Results: Max Holloway retains the BMF belt in a war against Dustin Poirier

In the main event of UFC 318, we are going to see a legend make the walk for the final time in front of his home crowd. “The Diamond” Dustin Poirier (30-9) will fight for the final time as he takes on a familiar foe in former featherweight champion and current BMF title holder Max “Blessed” Holloway (26-8).

MMA News / MMA Weekly / July 19

UFC 318: Holloway vs. Poirier 3 live results

For the first time in a decade the UFC octagon returns to New Orleans for tonight's UFC 318: Holloway vs. Poirier 3 fight card. The pay-per-view fight card takes place at Smoothie King Center and is headlined by a lightweight bout for the symbolic 'BMF' title between titleholder Max Holloway and former interim lightweight champ Dustin Poirier.

MMA News / FirstSportz / July 19