Poirier faced Islam Makhachev for the UFC Lightweight Championship at UFC 302 on June 1, 2024.

Poirier faced Islam Makhachev for the UFC Lightweight Championship at UFC 302 on June 1, 2024.
About Dustin Poirier
Dustin Poirier, known as 'The Diamond', is a prominent American mixed martial artist who has made a significant impact in the UFC's Featherweight and Lightweight divisions. With a career spanning from 2009 to 2025, Poirier is celebrated for his striking ability and resilience, earning him a reputation as one of the greatest Lightweights of all time.
- Nationality: United States
- Born: January 19, 1989
- Total MMA fights: 41
- Wins: 30
- Losses: 10