Dustin Poirier Height, Weight, Age, Stats, Wiki, Wife, Kids, Net Worth, Career

Dustin Poirier is one of the most popular and successful mixed martial artists in the world. He competes in the lightweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), where he is a former interim UFC lightweight champion. He is also ranked #3 in the UFC lightweight rankings as of August 1, 2023.

Birthdate, Parents and Education

Dustin Poirier was born on January 19, 1989 (age: 34 years, as of 2023), in Lafayette, Louisiana. He is of Cajun heritage, which is a group of people who are descendants of French settlers in Acadia, Canada, who were expelled by the British in the 18th century and settled in Louisiana.

He attended Northside High School for a short time, but dropped out in the ninth grade due to getting into trouble and street fights. He started training in boxing at the age of 14, and later learned Brazilian jiu-jitsu and wrestling. He turned professional in 2009, at the age of 20, after compiling a record of 7-0 in regional promotions across Louisiana and the Southern United States.

Dustin Poirier Wiki/Bio

Name Dustin Poirier
Nickname The Diamond
Born January 19, 1989 (age 34)
Birthplace Lafayette, Louisiana, U.S.
Nationality American
Ethnicity Cajun
Religion Christian
Height 5 ft 9 in (175 cm)
Weight 155 lb (70 kg)
Division Lightweight (2009–2010, 2015–present) Featherweight (2011–2014)
Reach 72 in (183 cm)
Stance Southpaw
Team American Top Team
Rank Black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
MMA record 29-8-0 (W-L-D)
UFC debut January 1, 2011
UFC titles Interim UFC Lightweight Champion
UFC ranking #3 in the UFC lightweight rankings. #7 in the UFC pound-for-pound rankings.
Links Instagram- @dustinpoirier

Wikipedia- @Dustin_Poirier

Homepage- WikiBioStar

Stats

Stance Southpaw
Association American Top Team
MMA Record 29-8-0 (1 NC)
UFC Record 21-6-0 (1 NC)
UFC Debut January 1, 2011
UFC Titles Interim UFC Lightweight Champion (April 13, 2019 – September 7, 2019)
UFC Bonuses 14 (8 Fight of the Night, 4 Performance of the Night, 2 Submission of the Night)
Significant Strikes Landed per Minute 5.49
Significant Striking Accuracy 50%
Significant Strikes Absorbed per Minute 4.30
Significant Strike Defence 53%
Takedown Average 1.36
Takedown Accuracy 36%
Takedown Defence 63%
Submission Average 1.2

MMA Career

World Extreme Cagefighting

Poirier made his debut in the World Extreme Cagefighting (WEC) on August 18, 2010, at WEC 50. He lost a unanimous decision to Danny Castillo. He bounced back with a first-round TKO win over Zach Micklewright at WEC 52 on November 11, 2010.

UFC

In October 2010, the WEC merged with the UFC, and all WEC fighters were transferred to the UFC. He made his UFC debut on January 1, 2011, at UFC 125, where he stepped in as a late replacement for the injured José Aldo, who was supposed to defend his featherweight title against Josh Grispi. He pulled off a huge upset by defeating Grispi by unanimous decision.

Poirier then went on a four-fight winning streak, defeating Jason Young, Pablo Garza, Max Holloway, and Jonathan Brookins, all by submission. He earned three Submission of the Night bonuses and one Fight of the Night bonus in the process. He faced his first major setback in the UFC when he lost a unanimous decision to Chan Sung Jung, aka “The Korean Zombie”, in a thrilling fight that was awarded the Fight of the Year by several media outlets.

Dustin rebounded with a first-round knockout win over Erik Koch at UFC 164 on August 31, 2013. He then faced Cub Swanson at UFC Fight Night 26 on February 16, 2014, in a highly anticipated bout that was expected to determine the next title contender in the featherweight division. However, he lost a unanimous decision to Swanson in a close and competitive fight.

Poirier decided to move up to the lightweight division after the loss to Swanson, citing the difficulty of cutting weight and the lack of opportunities in the featherweight division. He made his lightweight debut on April 4, 2015, at UFC Fight Night 63, where he knocked out Diego Ferreira in the first round. He followed that up with another first-round knockout win over Yancy Medeiros at UFC Fight Night 68 on June 6, 2015.

Dustin then faced Joseph Duffy, who was considered one of the best prospects in the lightweight division, at UFC 195 on January 2, 2016. He dominated Duffy for three rounds and won a unanimous decision. He then faced Bobby Green at UFC 199 on June 4, 2016, and knocked him out in the first round with a punch.

Dustin Poirier’s next fight was against Michael Johnson at UFC Fight Night 94 on September 17, 2016. He was the betting favorite and was expected to win and move closer to a title shot. However, he was stunned by Johnson, who knocked him out in the first round with a combination of punches. This was Poirier’s first knockout loss in the UFC.

He then faced Charles Oliveira, the current UFC lightweight champion, at UFC 269 on December 11, 2021. Poirier was the betting favorite and was expected to win his first undisputed UFC title. However, he was defeated by Oliveira in the third round by rear-naked choke, after being dropped by a punch. Dustin showed respect to Oliveira after the fight, and said that he would take some time off to reflect on his future.

His most recent fight was against Justin Gaethje, in a rematch for the interim UFC lightweight title, at UFC 291 on July 29, 2023. He and Gaethje had another epic fight that lived up to the expectations of the fans. Poirier won by second-round TKO.

Net Worth

Year Net Worth
2021 $6 million
2022 $4 million
2023 $4 million

Height, Weight

  • Height: 5 ft 9 in or 175 cm
  • Weight: 185 lb or 84 kg (as of 2023)
  • Eye Color: Dark Brown
  • Body Measurements: Not available
  • Skin Color: White
  • Hair Color: Light Brown
  • ShoeSize: Not available

How Dustin and Jolie Met

Dustin Poirier and Jolie met when they were both in high school, in their hometown of Lafayette, Louisiana. They were both 14 years old, and they had a mutual friend who introduced them. They started dating soon after, and they have been together ever since. They have been through many ups and downs, as Dustin pursued his dream of becoming a professional fighter, and Jolie supported him along the way.

How did He and Jolie fall in Love?

Dustin and Jolie fell in love at a young age, and they have never looked back. They share a strong bond, based on trust, respect, and loyalty. They also share a common faith, as they are both devout Christians, and they often credit God for their success and happiness. They have faced many challenges and obstacles, such as Poirier’s rough upbringing, his dropout from school, his early struggles in his career, and his frequent travels and injuries. But they have always stuck together, and they have always encouraged and motivated each other.

How did He and Jolie get married?

Dustin and Jolie got married in 2009, when they were both 20 years old. They had a simple and intimate wedding ceremony, attended by their close family and friends. They exchanged vows and rings, and they sealed their union with a kiss. They have been married for over 14 years, and they have celebrated many anniversaries and milestones together. They often express their love and appreciation for each other on social media, where they post sweet and romantic messages and pictures.

How He and Jolie Welcomed Their Daughter?

Dustin and Jolie welcomed their daughter, Parker Noelle, on August 20, 2016. She is their first and only child, and she is the apple of their eyes. They announced her birth on Instagram, where they shared a picture of their newborn baby girl, wrapped in a pink blanket. They also revealed her name, which means “rock” and “light”, respectively.

They said that she was a blessing and a miracle, and that they were overjoyed and grateful. They have been raising their daughter with love and care, and they have been teaching her about their values and beliefs. They have also been exposing her to their passions and hobbies, such as martial arts, music, and travel. They often share adorable and funny moments of their daughter on social media, where she has gained many fans and followers.

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