Dustin Poirier reflects on Dan Hooker fight, future plans | ESPN MMA
Dustin Poirier speaks with ESPN MMA’s Ariel Helwani about how he’s feeling after his 5-round battle vs. Dan Hooker at #UFCVegas4. “The Diamond” says he loved fighting in an empty arena and would be fine doing that the rest of his career. Poirier also (15:27) reacts to the comments Khabib Nurmagomedov made after the fight and how after his 2014 loss to Conor McGregor he changed his perspective, which made him happy and stronger overall.
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no one can deny Dustin is a real class act, top man much respect.
for sure wish the kids would strive to be like dustin rather than people like conor McGregor
Hard to not cheer for Dustin.
He is the man 💪💎
Happy to be the 666th upvote
Every aspect of him is top notch. Inside/ outside of cage, personality, generosity to savagery is commendable
Such a genuine dude... the world needs more people like Dustin
I would trust him to babysit my kids.
We would be lucky if there were more fighters like him. Past few years I never count him out. He's the only guy I don't totally count out against Khabib. He is an incredible representation of the sport...up there with Nunes, DC, and Stipe.
Couldn't agree more. That has to be one of the best interviews I've watched on this show in a long time.
@@Vikn01 Don't forget Thug Rose, not at all the kind of thug we think of.
“My foot was a balloon.” - Dustin McGregor, 2020
Dustin '' The Diamond'' McGregooooooooooooooooooooooor
2minutes in, when he said it, I started scrolling the comments for this. :D
Lmaoooooooooo underrated comment
Loool 🤣😂
😂😂😂😂
When Dustin lost to Khabib, he said “when times are good be grateful, when times are tough be graceful” (or something very similar). I never forgot that; I think of that quote any time I’m dealing with stress.
You clearly did forget ahahah
He didn't say that. Get the words right man
👍
Well said bro
Dustin is becoming a lot of people"s favorite fighter;including mine.
@David Barton McGregor destroyed him in one round😁
@@martinnotorious1357 khabib destroyed McGregor continuously for 4 rounds 😂😂😂
Yeah he’s a very genuine guy
Martin Notorious McGregor tapped in a championship fight
@@lolwut9226 I no I watched it😂
I’ve never been a bigger Poirier fan than after watching this interview
Same here. Honest and cool to the core
I'm the same mate, just an honest and down to earth guy who leaves it all in the cage.
Wao what a casual, people like you that give more credit to the way how a fighter talk than the way he fights makes the sport a total circus, that's Why Colby acts like he acts, same thing with Cejudo and guys like that. Ya'll casuals make me sick.
@@Rocatagliata25 You do realise that being a fan of someone and appreciating their skill set are two completely different things right?
Been a favorite since Fightville. Like 2010 or '11. Poirier hasn't changed much since then either. Glad that he's getting more and more recognition.
I want the Diamond to be a champion before he retires.
Casual alert! Casual alert! He already has been a champion.
@Johnny Toast interim champs earn the same benefits as world champs do. Yes, he was a champ.
@W Baldwin I would imagine it's the same type of illiterate "weirdo" who gives fighters corny nick names and who doesn't know how to spell the word "money". 🤡 You maddddddddd? 😂
Interim Champion is a world Champion. He beat a sitting World Champ to earn the belt too. So in all senses of the word champion he was a champion.
Why are so many people in this thread morons? Interim champ is NOT the same as undisputed champ. It’s effectively a glorified number 1 contender. Don’t get me wrong, it’s still an achievement, but Poirier wasn’t THE lightweight champion.
Man real sees real Dustin literally had no problem with saying he lost the first 2 rounds to him.
I can’t stand fighters that are delusional
Connor would have came up with all sorts of excuses
Ferguson too lol
Yea...Kudos to him for that...👍 👏👏👏
ariel: FOTY Dustin? Dustin: watch again Joanna's fight.... pure class and humble.
One of the most genuine and humble fighters in the ufc, even just in general as a human. I hope he gets the belt before his career is done
Amen.
Which minute bro
That's just cause she's a teammate
@@FT-827- right at the end
Dustins foot is a balloon Connors foot was a balloon, let’s book this foot balloon bout
ME FOOT WAS A BALLOON ARIEL
Gonna have to force Herb Dean to step on a lego before the fight. Can't have regular size feet inside that octagon during that fight.
Mojahed Fudailat gonna have a field day with that
Make the fight Dana!
@@evandurantgotameanjumpshot ME TOES CAME OUT OF THE SOCKET
"My foot was a balloon." "Let's talk now." Dustin Mcgregor Nurmagomedov
Brings tears to my eyes when I see him with his spirit back like this, as compared to him thinking he was gonna retire after his lost. We love you Diamond.
Bruce buffer should introduce this man as the king of Lafayette Dustin the diamond poirier
Yeah or the pride of the bayou
King of Lafayette could arguably be DC too lol
thats beautiful
Colby Johnson absolutely
You mean the King of North Lafayette
Dustin is quickly becoming the most respectable guy in the entire sport.
The Red Ensign! Sup brother>?
Nah you just been sleeping on the diamond
And he deserves it!
Just like Khabib said, Dustin is a REAL MAN!!!! The guy is such a class act!! Much love diamond 💎 🙏🏼
When he said "I wanna be there for my daughter...forever." I actually felt that. But can only second all the other people here: He seems to be a great guy for real.
How can't you like this guy? Pure as a diamond
Totally agree, but that's not how "can't" is used lol. Translation: "How can not you like this guy?"
Definitely got an all-round game.
@@raysup lmaoo. Still wrong grammar, but nice try! It should be: “how can you NOT like this guy?” 🤣
@@deez3063 No shit...I was spelling out "can't" in the context of a sentence to show how it doesn't work. I know the correct grammar.
A UFC fighter you can't hate. I really hope he becomes a champ one day.
Where were you for UFC 236?
Khabib man he is the goat it's very hard to pass through him
@@bigbeef123 Interim champ is a glorified number one contender
My prediction is that Gaetjhe gets the win over Khabib and then Poirier beats Gaetjhe again. Khabib isn’t training at his usual gym plus his father is ill and I feel like this could negatively affect his performance against Gaetjhe. Gaetjhe is Khabibs toughest opponent yet, stylistically, and is coming into this fight super confident after that win against Ferguson.
@@user-nu6vq1su4k I don't think so man gaethje is gonna suffer a 3rd round submission loss
Haven't heard a more honest person than him ever. He just talks his heart out. No filters. What's in his heart is on his mouth.
For real tho. Well said brother.
@Ahmad yeah like kicking Ferguson's belt?
@Ahmad Ferguson doesn't deserve to be respected but the belt does. Khabib disrespected the belt.
@Ahmad if kicking the belt isn't disrespecting it, then you are the one who should get his facts checked.
@Ahmad this is Dustin's interview, I am Dustin's fan, I said good things about my favourite, from where did your Khabib come? No one asked you about Khabib. Take your khabib and go somewhere else.
Not only is this kid a monster in the cage, he's an upstanding, sincere sportsman. He's the kind of fighter the UFC needs as a champ representing his weight division.
I agree..👍
Dustin is one of the greatest UFC fighters in history, future hall of fame 💎
He really is. His resume is incredibly strong and he ALWAYS comes to scrap.
I wouldn’t say one of the greatest but definitely elite
@@JS-cg4ji definitely one of the greatest just for his record, the opponents he's faced, his weight class, and the era of his weight class with all the best of the best fighting at the same time in that weight class. any of the top 10 in the light weight division in this era are one of the greatest fighters of all time for mma.
Big facts he deff top 5 Best lWs ever
@@JS-cg4ji I don't think he's saying he's in the GOAT conversation but he's certainly not just another "elite" fighter. Look at his resume and amount of fights. Definitely one of the best to ever do it in the UFC.
“My foot is swollen like a balloon.” - Dustin Poirier and Conor Mcgregor
11:35 "it's just business "
@@AbelR91 Dustin stealing all of Connors lines
The khabib curse
Dustin Mcgregor
Dustin fought to the death, McGregor QUIT! There is a HuuuuuuuuuuuuuGe Difference.....
The humility he expresses makes me want to do the same. The dude is infectious! Love u brother!
Dustin would make an INCREDIBLE CHAMPION! I hope he gets the 155 strap!
He already did lol. But sadly lost it against Khabib. Hope he gets the title again but chances are low let’s be real
@@robertjack1580 it all depends on gathje vs khabib if gathje wins dustin is getting that fight and no doubt he beats gathje again
He deserves it so much!! I think he will get it done
rene rivera honestly I think Dustin would beat Justin again. But there’s no way I see Justin beating Khabib. It’s mma anything can happen but this one I can’t imagine happening
There is no non title holder I root for more than this dude. Just a classy cat and I hope he gets a belt soon
bmcgmusic they stated that of the fighters who don’t hold a title, they root for this one the most not that there was any issue or anything like that But good day bro 👌🏻
Max Holloway is the most likeavle fighter tho
I haven’t seen improvement from a fighter as much as Dustin. His boxing and striking in general is incredible in there. And heart on another level.
Uhhhh... Gaethje, anyone?
He's been training with Masvidal and I could definitely see some things Dustin has taken out Masvidals book, which is great thing.
@@vsingh8078 crisp body kick just like jorge
Mike Sliff Dustin knocked him out lol
@@vsingh8078 they have been training together for years, it's not something new
Watching this again after over a year and still love how honest he was about the damage and harsh ride Dan took him. Dude's something else.
What an incredible human being. Bless your heart Dustin
I'm a Kiwi and bias Hooker fan but this dude is awesome as well inside and outside the ring, have always enjoyed watching him
Churr straight up. Both men are proper class.
Conor McGregor:My foot was a balloon Dustin Poirier:My foot is swollen like a balloon Dustin Poirier vs Conor McGregor 2 is the fight to make and should be made
No point he’s already been ko, rather see Dan vs Connor or Dustin vs tony or dan vs tony, but the bigger question is where does Kevin Lee fit into all of this
@@uchikage6585 also just how good is Conor Mcgregor?
Dustin can not eat so many punches of Connor he will fall
Uchikage no Dan vs Conor. That doesn’t work
Conor is irelevant, doesn't want to fight dangerous guys anymore. He is a spoiled brat that's mad because the UFC doesn't grant his wishes anymore. Could have fought Tony but he quickly became a Mcnuggets, same goes fore the Gaethje fight that he didn't want...
I used to not be a fan of Dustin. Now he's one of my favorite fighters. Such a class act and a showman. He's not old school, he just has honor in spades.
5 minutes into this interview, and you know poirier's answering every question with 100% honesty. No doubt, this guy is GSP with about 90% of GSP's track record. Amazing Poirier came from his background to the person he is now. Amazing guy
Never winning the title is 90% of 11 title fight wins? Ok
Only fighter to say yes when asked if he watched the fight.
I do say, Mr. Dustin has become my favorite fighter these days. Love his attitude towards other people.
“It’s just business” and “my foot was a balloon” - Conor and Dustin
Well conors was a balloon. Dustin foot IS a balloon
Difference is that wasn't an excuse. It was the damage he took from his opponent.
Straight out of the socket
But WHAT a difference between them! One's a diamond and the other's an alcoholic
Such a great interview. Such a good guy, class act to the highest degree.
Dustin is a hall of famer in my book say what you want
No doubt 100 percent great at LW
Absolutely no doubt!
13:30 he definitely learned from khabib when Dustin had him on the ground in the 5th you saw that Dagestan hand tie and the leg wrap Dustin was doing on dan those are khabib moves 😂
Yeah I noticed that too
Not as well as khabib though.
@@codymachado what does it matter, what it matters is if it worked
@@codymachado still worked
Juliano ilDurazzano just saying khabib has insane wrestling skills that’s all
Wow this guy is as real and genuine as they come. He's right there as one of my favorite fighter now along with Thug Rose as my favorite female fighter. Hope this guy gets to hand one to Nurmagomedov some day.
Literally the most genuine and at least from public interview records, a nice, person overall. Definitely wish him well on his future fights and career. Like Tyson said, fighting is not a tough man sport, it's a thinking man's game.
I like Poirier and its good to hear some honesty on how he felt at the end of the 2nd round and how he felt after the fight. Most fighters these days are like 'nah they didn't hurt me, I feel great'
Yes.. you're selling yourself short if you don't acknowledge that you faced & overcame challenges.
The King Of Lafayette! What a beautiful, humble man Dustin Poirier is! A complete man, has had his highs, has had his low's but has kept going. Really does justice to his nickname - The diamond.
Sick Interview... Liked all the candid info Dustin dropped. Such a calm killer of a fighter.
Ariel :How you feeling? Dustin: I'm busted up man I love it. I love an honest guy who comes out of a war like that and doesn't need to pretend like he's just taken a few scuffs
You can't dislike Dustin, this guy is a legend
Dustin IS such a nice honest guy. He came a long way. I wish they give him the Conor fight
Conor already knocked him out
@@CrackinBeer yeah like 8 years ago and that too at 145
@@omairshaikhh why would the result be any different in a rematch ?
D W you should watch Serra vs GSP
@@Mike_Litsbig let's be real, dustin is good but conor is on a different level at this point.
Dustin is such a great and honorable human being. Hearing him talking so faithfully about his life and experiences is so heartwarming. Love him to bits.
We appreciate you Dustin, a real gem, the diamond. Love seeing you supporting schools, something that personally means allot to me. Keep on being you, much love for you brother.
After listening Mike Perry. Dustin sounds like Einstein!
Especially with your Grammer.
Norm 😂 Ruthless
@@norm1233 Grammar*. He's most likely Portuguese/Brazilian and English is his second or third language. MikePerryIsABum.
@@Krasno- smart
Dustin you are something else man, so much positivity...
A true definition of a champion have so much respect for Dustin such an humble and kind and real guy. very happy for him fully deserving win
Much Respect to the way Dustin conducts himself, both in and out of the octagon. Congratulations Dustin on a great win. Hooker is a formidable opponent.
They need to pay him 1million per fight base pay, he is always in wars and at the highest of the division
DP is a great guy, but is not bringing in a million in gate or in PPV, so why would he get paid that much?
@@johnboylan3832 do you think every footballer brings in 23 million + each? stop looking at it as these guys carrying the entire sport on their shoulders, the UFC should be doing that. This guy deserves MORE than 1 million if you as me!
All main event fighter's should be getting a million minimum! A class act , a true warrior, a top lightweight, and a genuine guy, deserves a heck of a lot more .. With companies like Reebok and ESPN funding the UFC, this million is a small percentage of total revenue. 18% is fighter pay. That includes USADA costs.. so basically fighter pay is a joke ..
KennethPlays everyone in the ufc should be making atleast 40k & 40k. Bottom card prelims. If there was a fighters union, that would be happening as a minimum payment. You should be able to fight 3 times a year as a ufc fighter and make atleast 100k after taxes, training camp payments, coaching payments, etc etc.
Ufc is monster ugly against their fighters.
Love this guy man. "I was admiring my work...Taking pictures." 😂 What a great fight.
Watching in the uk and what a honest humble guy Dustin his. Definitely my favourite fighter at the moment and hope he can achieve his goal of becoming champ. Roll model fair many fighters. Respect
Him between rounds after the 3rd I think saying, "I'm having a blast" showed how much heart he has and really does love the sport truly and doesn't just say that. Such a respectable and talented man 💎👊
Dustin vs Conor, Oliveira vs Ferguson. Make that happen Edit:Everyone is saying conor is retired, do you really believe that? He wants to fight with a Gate. And other people are saying that conor doesn’t take rematches, do you guys forget about Nate Diaz? If conor wants the fight with the winner of Khabib vs Gaethje, he needs to fight one more time because the cerrone win was not a No.1 Contender fight
Charles Oliveira? Both are similar physically
Tony deserves a title eliminator
Chalco del Volga wouldn’t that be interesting
chris Bronson i agree that’s why i think him vs Ferguson makes a lot of sense to see if Tony can still win a title
No Tony vs Dustin
Poirier isn't my favorite fighter. I was rooting for Khabib, McGregor, Gaethje and the Korean Zombie when they fought but man I really hope Poirier wins the title one day. He deserves it more than anyone imo.
Dustin has matured a lot in the past few years and has quickly become one of the most likeable fighters in the game. He is so genuine and is a good role model for anyone, fighter or not.
The interim title may not be very significant on paper but he beat a P4P top 5 world champion to win it.
Khabib McGregor And Tony would give Dustin problems always
So honest with his answering questions....so refreshing to see and hear .
Wow Dustin's gotta be one of the most humble and respectful fighters out there! Hope to see him get another chance at the title in the future 🤞
The UFC needs to pay there fighters better.
As a new UFC watcher, I think Poirier is one of the best guys to root for. I hope he earns his way to another title shot.
Welcome
As you keep watching youll love the real/geniune ones alot more my dude! Thats forsure. Welcome aboard my brotha
Khabib smash Dustin
You should watch fightville. Dustin documentary when he was young.
Diamond I've always respected you as a human and a fighter. Watched you grow...you're a legit MMA fighter. Congrats for your realness!!!! And W
"Waiting for your receipt after exchanging" and "Taking pictures" I like those quotes
99.9% of all other humans would still be in hospital now.
@Le Monke Yeah you would just be in a coffin instead
I be on the beach sippin MAI TAIS
its TONY time bi****s
@@Xenamos haha what a reply. Epic✌
Id be dead!!!!
The Ninja Turtles mug is what makes you a real champ, Dustin 👍🏽
Yeeeeees
He's a beast for sure. 🤙
What's your favorite? Mine is Micheal Angelo 😁
Dustin has a good soul. Very humble and generous dude.
I've always loved Dustin! Such a great man and role model. As real as they get.. Much love and respect for Dustin. Stay blessed my dude.
You've made a mark through multiple generations. Improved greatly. Always entertained and brought it. Seriously dude congrats well done.
Dustin is such a good guy, man how could anyone dislike this guy
The brute honesty from Poirier is something to be respected! ✊🏼
So good to hear real, honest talk for one of the bests. Impossible not to wish him to be champion soon
My foot was a belleuwn ~ Dustin Mcgregor
Dusnor Mcpoirer
Dustin Poirier is so cool.... Great human!
Dustin has given some of the best athletic and fighting performances in UFC history. His demeanor and gratitude are amazing and world class. Hes got great things ahead. This is just the first step.
What a great interview. Dustin is so good to listen to.
Dustin is such a great guy- speaks and talks real. Love that.
Can we start a petition for UFC fighters to get payed more please ✊🏾💙 I'm tired of seeing fighters not get rewarded for the punishment they face.
It will never happen until another organization throws out enough money to poach some of the big names on the UFC roster
100k isn't enough for one fight?? There paid fine quit complaining
Love Dustin so much man, out of everyone in the ufc he might be one of the most genuine and major role model
Good on you Dustin, your a good respectful decent guy, thanks for keeping it real. To see your helping out the less fortunate is something really commendable. Many people could learn alot from you. Congratulations on the win👍
Great fighter and great dude. Deserves every once of his success. 💎
Even more of a fan after watching this interview. Keep healthy brother! Life after the career is important.
Love Dustin and how can anyone hate on Ariel , he gets these guys to talk level headed , he sympathizes with them and helps them open up more.
This is a brilliant conversation. Dustin's growth as an athlete has been exceeded by his growth in stature
I feel for him and every fighter when they start talking abt damage to the brain... So sad to hear them so not sure abt how they r gonna end up after this fight game...
And only getting 300k for that war
@@bredin9199 and reduce from that their costs, trainers, managers and that they often can only fight 1-2 times a year
That’s how it is man. Every fighter is gonna feel it in the next 5-10 years. Both Dustin and hooker took tons of damage. Showed how much heart they got
Robert Jack yeah I know while greedy Dana and co just pocket off of these warriors for change compared to what they are bringing it it’s disgraceful
Dustin should switch to boxing. In boxing he can have a big paycheck.
Pray for him and his beautiful family... 🙏 My Man... Respect
Dustin quickly became my favorite fighter man, real stand up dude... love em
A true man of values and morals that are aligned, props to Dustin. McGregor fan but Poirier is a class act.
Dustin 💎. Great fight name. You prove it every fight. What you do outside of the octagon is truly admirable. Always been a fan! Idk what’s in the water in LA, but you and DC are one of my favorites. Heal up, champ.
LA? The UFC PI is in Vegas and Dustin lives in Lafayette and trains in Florida
Rob Banks LA is the abbreviation for Louisiana
Water is called Bayou.
@@TheRubberMatch lol derp
Mans got a Ninja Turtles mug...just another reason to like the dude
Yeah, but Tony Ferguson is a ninja turtle.
@@DanielPerez-wy2vu honestly his face did get minced into a turtle by Gaethje so you're not wrong there haha
@@benjaminmajorUT Here's a cookie for trying
So honest.... What a warrior. Dustin has become one of my favourite fighters over past few years.... Hope he makes bag and gets out with good heath
I love watching this guy fight man, he is so calm and fluent with his boxing.
Ive been watching dustin since the documentary made about him over a decade ago, dustin a true warrior and role model god bless
Fightville
Great fight on Saturday by Dustin, he will always be my favorite fighter I hope he gets back to the title
this last fight was his best performance his resolve was incredible
HELWANI is such a real dude such a nice guy always respectful and tries to always uplift someone., GOD BLESS!
My foot was a 🎈
@gunit 010 you wanna see it?
dude i just laugh so hard seeing your comment
“My foot was a balloon” -Dustin Poirier
Correction: "My foot is a balloon" - 2020
Props to DP. Genuinely good dude and his charity work is phenomenal.
I love being able to hear everything in these fights & there's no crowd favorite to influence the judges