The Herd with Colin Cowherd Daniel Cormier TV - Dustin Poirier on EMOTIONAL UFC RETIREMENT, beating Max Holloway AGAIN
Jul 18, 2025
Dustin Poirier, a renowned UFC fighter known as 'The Diamond,' shares his heartfelt reflections as he prepares for his retirement fight against Max Holloway. He discusses the emotional weight of completing his career with a win in his home state of Louisiana. Poirier dives into his legacy, the nostalgia of his journey, and the mental challenges that come with saying goodbye to the octagon. The conversation also highlights the strategies needed for their upcoming matchup and the significance of the BMF title in capping off his illustrious career.
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Fighting Full Circle in Louisiana
- Dustin Poirier shares the special feeling of fighting in Louisiana where his career started and will end.
- He describes the event as a dream come true and feels the local energy strongly.
Early Career Memories
- Daniel Cormier recalls first meeting Dustin years ago and watching his UFC debut.
- Dustin reflects on his unexpected long, successful career journey in MMA.
Knockout Victory as Pivotal Moment
- Dustin highlights knocking out Conor McGregor as a career-defining moment.
- He overcame quarantine and underdog status to achieve this great victory.