Dustin Poirier Talks State Of Career, Crazy Stories, Conor McGregor, Nate Diaz, More | The MMA Hour

Dustin Poirier discusses his multiple business ventures, what his family wants him to do next, his recent tweets, comments from Michael Chandler and Conor McGregor, almost fighting Nate Diaz at UFC 279, Diaz vs. Masvidal, meeting celebrities, UFC 303, being on the UFC desk, Alex Pereira, when he asked to be released before UFC 236, his assorted injuries, dealing with losses, life after retirement, and more.
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[@Jizzlepapi_OVO]

Dustin is going to steal the Mcgregor fight from Chandler and I am 1000% here for it 😂

[@buckbreaker5185]

Would be the funniest matchmaking off all time

[@anewcreature7]

Chandler is going to be depressed…

[@UsmanKhan-iu1ci]

I hope Conor fights them both

[@unknownuser_13]

Chandler will kill himself

[@anewcreature7]

@@unknownuser_13 with tears rolling down his cheeks, but this time he’s saying it to himself… ‘see you at the top’. Alright, take it easy! 💀

[@MrJtrip11]

We need more "in studio" interviews. Just hits different.

[@Robertoduran1106]

I can only watch the in person interviews. The helwani rapport works better face to face

[@ItsReplayBro]

Since the pandemic interviewers got lazy, it’s cheaper to do zoom then fly a guest out and put them in a hotel for an interview. That’s why I like Theo Von, he does all the above for his guests 😊

[@tech1238]

I agree

[@maguwi]

the zoom interviews are the equivalent of the Apex.... but hey

[@maguwi]

​@ItsReplayBro sounds like the Ufc and the Apex right? lol but Ariel won't admit it

[@ForceGhostAnakin]

“What about Islam saying ‘no thanks’?” “Well he beat me…and it wasn’t in a way that needs us to run it back…so…I think he’s fighting Arman. That’s a good fight” *I love Dustin man*

[@tjlg7335]

I respect both fighters, and I think Dustin did a lot better than I thought he would. I think if they study the fight they can fix some things and do better in a rematch. He did really well in the scrambles and getting back up to his feet. He just got caught during a scramble when they were both clearly exhausted.

[@nurzattynchtykbekov994]

@@tjlg7335what about if Islam fix staff and makes better next time )

[@PBNJ95]

Only the Colby fan boys hate on Dustin and say he is a bad guy pretending to be a good guy. When there daddy Colby is a bad guy acting like a bad guy lol. Dustin is never in a boring fight and is always honest about it Win or Loss. He is a great guy that has really got it out the mud. I watched the doc called fightville with him in it and after that he became my favorite fighter along with Max Halloway.

[@KinGamerBoy568]

Very smart

[@JJj-xratedgt]

Im a FAN OF ALL 3 N8 COLBY & DUSTIN. PUT THAT IN YR CUPa' Joe. Would LUV TO SEE DUSTIN FIGHT BOTH OF THEM!

[@alexshtyn6336]

"Mike needs to chill "😂😂😂 truly the people's champ.

[@FtxShadowOG]

Nah mate that’s my boy Islam

[@alexshtyn6336]

@FtxShadowOG I think you're miss reading or just being an A.

[@TheIrieLionGaming]

​@@alexshtyn6336 facts

[@Genesis817]

This dude will always be a legend. Absolute Chad.

[@mhutch5082]

Legend but no gold

[@fatherpapi6765]

@@mhutch5082tf cares

[@jchilin]

​@mhutch5082 sometimes gold don't matter when your the diamond and have had this run. Truly a real fighter

[@mhutch5082]

@@jchilin that's cringe asf

[@mhutch5082]

@@jchilin he is a cool fighter though

[@AYOnYASS]

Welcome to the ufc dude, you got like one win here - DP 😂😂😂

[@donjuan6297]

Dustin always been real weird/salty about Chandler. Pretending like he hadn’t been in wars against people like Alvarez before he came to the UFC.

[@somdutroy]

​@@donjuan6297You have to say against people like Alvarez and not name any more names because he has no other relevant LW name on his resume.

[@AYOnYASS]

@@donjuan6297 dustin beat alvarez what ur point?

[@vydock9589]

@@donjuan6297 chandler spit blood all in Dustin’s mouth and was fighting a super dirty fight I don’t blame him for not liking the guy

[@donjuan6297]

@@vydock9589 He was already acting like a little girl towards Mike before they even fought, when Chandler was basically fanboying over Dustin in interviews.

[@zfdixon]

Dustin is a legend. “The Diamond” has wins over - Conor McGregor x2 - Max Holloway x2 - Justin Gaethje - Eddie Alvarez - Anthony Pettis - Dan Hooker - Jim Miller - Bobby Green Don’t let that “INTERIM” fool you, this man is a CHAMPION. And he has the respect, and you can’t buy that. 💎

[@kungaonwheels7457]

Saint Denis also

[@joeyzazasalas]

Man, this 57 minutes felt like 30. I wanted more time! You two are great together - the best!

[@micrey7804]

truth!!

[@anasshahid224]

Facts bro’

[@deadpaul4399]

DP hall of fame 💯

[@KinGamerBoy568]

🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@carlosbonilla4537]

Guaranteed

[@MrJtrip11]

"After surgery, 8 weeks I should be good to get punched in the face." Dustin Poirier.

[@stevenspirito5672]

[@1Deep43VA]

Damnit.. I forgot he was injured. I wanted a match soon

[@EXTENDEDcIips]

Muscle Milk Mike ☠☠☠ 👇

[@m1keyfreshhh256]

Ariel’s roll call of past cards is exceptional and something only a veteran die hard lover of the sport and culture can do

[@RaceDefendImportTunerTeam]

Yeah reminds me of when that fighter calls him out for not being a real fan or something ? Who was that I wanna see it again

[@alisyed2722]

@@RaceDefendImportTunerTeampaddy?

[@RaceDefendImportTunerTeam]

@@alisyed2722 nah it was Strickland actually lmao

[@darkillusion2070]

Sean Strickland​@@RaceDefendImportTunerTeam

[@franlovelsimic8421]

Bot comment

[@revendranaidoo4305]

Dustin doesn't need no belt to prove himself his a living legend much love brother

[@HarryCarterMetcalfePark414]

Diamonds don’t break! Champion or not DP is a living legend! Shine bright like a diamond! 💎

[@williamRE]

Diamonds break.

[@madm4c]

Technically a champ, interim champ

[@jiimmyyy]

​@@williamREit's a colloquialism.

[@cheekbonesdontlie]

Dustin is the epitome of growth, honesty, and class. My favorite fighter by a mile. I am so proud that I was alive around his mma career and not having to watch old clips of this great human and his story.

[@mysteryguy3290]

💯

[@AnglephileSwedenGerman]

Lol

[@mjn92]

DP. Never got the undisputed belt… but will always be the people’s CHAMP. 💪 💎

[@jollypeeno]

Still wasn't good enough to win the true belt. He is a good guy somewhat but what do you really know about a stranger. A fighter you see talk on television? Oh he has a charity and oh he says the right things. Don't blow him too hard.... LOL

[@ramonbriones4487]

​@@jollypeeno give mommy the tablet back

[@fantasyfootballgrinder5605]

Chandler taking Ls outside the cage almost as much as he does inside it 😂😂

[@delmarreyna]

Respect to you Dustin for being open about counseling, positive self-talk, and practicing gratitude.

[@hanoznavdar7181]

Ariel - Fk you DC Dustin - Yea man... Grand closing 😂

[@sldoma]

That broke me finally, I burst out laughing.

[@emilio.squats8919]

Hahahahaha killed me fr

[@LakersManSinceBirth]

DUSTIN IS MICHAEL CHANDLER FATHER

[@EXTENDEDcIips]

TAPPED OUT LIKE A BlSCH

[@luisbermudez4140]

@@EXTENDEDcIips😂 okay UFC fighter 😂😂

[@toziassmitt]

ISLAM IS DUSTIN POIRIER FATHER KHABIB IS DUSTIN POIRIER DADDY

[@SoggyMann]

​@EXTENDEDcIips you've never trained Jiu-Jitsu before huh, there Is a point in submissions where there is no escaping. It's tap or sleep, and there is no point in goin to sleep. Theirs a fine line between being tough and being dumb.

[@JMIX88]

Ariel so slick. " i like how you called him kid"😂😂😂😂

[@EwMuva]

Why do people not timestamp comments like this🤦‍♂️🤣

[@rowan6207]

@@EwMuva cuz u can just watch it ?

[@EwMuva]

@@rowan6207 an hour long video to find 1 sentence, god you're slow

[@EwMuva]

@@rowan6207 🤡🤡🤡

[@GuyFromTheSouth]

53:30 is the timestamp

[@pinchesprimossp1899]

@25:10 Ariel didn’t want to hear anything about Mel Gibson 😂

[@ganfiteatro96]

Whats wrong with Mel?

[@pinchesprimossp1899]

@@ganfiteatro96in like 2006 he went on a rant about Jewish people

[@ganfiteatro96]

@@pinchesprimossp1899 ahh don't we all from time to time!

[@nimbus9954]

@@ganfiteatro96all the time, dey suc

[@dragonplayer4803]

Rat 🐀 j w

[@TheTexasBrotha]

Poirier has to understand that he is Too Much for Nate. I don’t think it’s even competitive. Dustin is future HoF.

[@seenasoltani1808]

Well yeah cause Nates 40

[@dpotter08]

Nate would sleep Dustin. Nate’s a HOF. not sure if Dustin will make it to HOF

[@beatdownby]

​@@dpotter08exactly. Dustin is tailor made for Nates style to shred.

[@bobharris7225]

@@dpotter08 Ah yes, Nate who has double digit losses(nearly 15) and hasn't been able to string together more then a three fight win streak since 2012 is more worthy of beig in the HOF compared to Dustin Poirier who holds wins over 7 wins over former champions, you a real dummy

[@chrisbreezy2676]

RNC Diaz

[@CoolBeyondMeasure]

not Ariel forgetting when they last saw each other

[@IsenathiDyantyi]

😂😭

[@hmsp7799]

joo

[@josiericaro3347]

I wish this was 3 hours long ! I really hope we get see Nathan v dustin.

[@SolarPowerFightClub]

Man, nate barely can walk

[@drewlambert9139]

Dustin ur tha man dog , its been an honor watching u scrap

[@theguvnor3880]

DP should have one more fight and call it quits. Legendary fighter.

[@gamebred6995]

Nah

[@PuddlesofLFC]

Maybe Ariel should ask him another 25 times if he’s done fighting and we’ll know for sure

[@JuanAvalos918]

We want Poirier vs Diaz at the sphere.

[@djarovh]

Nah

[@l-royparker1990]

In my humble opinion as an mma fan for the past 10 yrs and a fight fan for my whole like and most certainly a ufc fan. Dustin is the best interview in the game, the sit down interview. He’s humble, well spoken and I believe what he says. Idk maybe I’m foolish but this dude has forever got a fan in me. No matter who he fights next im pulling for him. Weather is Conner, Nate or max for the final time I want him to end his career on a huge win.

[@world_of_manny_malibu]

He’s funny too. When he said chandler was “beating himself” that was great comedic timing lol

[@jakegarner4199]

Yeah you cant not believe what he says can you? You can tell he speaking the truth

[@1Deep43VA]

That’s exactly how I feel. Unfortunately I’m rather new (long time boxing fan) and seeing the Saint Denis fight made me go back and try and watch it all…. Then I’ve started with the interviews. And it sucks because I’m new, I want to see more. I feel like I haven’t even begun to see him fight… I’m praying he fights 1, 2…. Honestly, I wish he’d make that climb ONE MORE TIME. I truly believe he can get the belt. Glover did it. And man would I celebrate 🎉

[@ChristoMac]

Dustin needs goals, write down hard goals and then chase em down a year 2 years, 5 years. That's about the only thing that cured my mental. When you achieve the goal, a depression sets in for a few days but just keep doing it. Much Love to a real one Dustin Poirier.

[@bilalchoudhri]

Bootstraps and muscle milk 51:26 😂😂😂

[@kaisersozay2217]

You know it's a great, enjoyable interview when you realize an hour just flew by

[@ewanwaite788]

10 mins in and studio interview is far better than

[@konflict1231]

the in studio interviews are always fire

[@davidmcilwrath626]

Love he's really starting to bear the fruits of his labour... deserves it all . EARNED NEVER GIVIN

[@soknheith3259]

Dustin vs Nate is the №1 match up of all time

[@soknheith3259]

or Masvidal

[@EwMuva]

Would be good for the hype but Dustin smokes Nate💨

[@ryanthibeault642]

Dustin Poirier is the man!!! He's the interviewee that constantly gets me excited to watch! Amazing fighter and amazing human! I'm glad to see all the success you have achieved and I've been a big fan since the beginning!

[@gerardbonggo5401]

Dustin and Alex .. they are real men .. no drama . They just answer questions straight up .

[@waynzignordics]

47:14 "There's a power in writing stuff down." Yep, or even just saying it out loud does the same trick. It forces the thoughts into a different dimension of thought that makes it touchable.

[@iBtally]

🙋🏾‍♂️👀 i like reading this, woke up something in me. Thanks

[@pauljesustv]

“He’s beating himself” - DP on Chandler 😂😂😂😂

[@christopherwright7541]

I love the positive attitude about losing a fight that Dustin has now. If he gives it everything he has "not partying and drinking", and trains as hard as he can and he still loses - it's just not meant to be. "This is MY story. If it's meant for me, it won't miss me." VERY healthy outlook! Also, him explaining how he writes down what he's grateful for everyday. Love this dude...not only for his fighting style but for always being honest and allowing people to see his vulnerable side. High character...and me being born and bread in South Louisiana - I am biased. Great interview. Hope to see him fight again, but respect whatever decision he ultimately makes.

[@johnnycarlos240]

DP had 2 round on Islam going into the 5th round. He was so close! I think one reason Khabib showed up to this fight for Islam is because he knew Dustin is not an easy fight. He was so close. Man this dude is a true champ no matter what!

[@Youssef-hd5bl]

he was far from close, he was comfortably losing it via decision if islam didn't get the finish.

[@15yuji]

It was a very competitive fight against the current p4p king, poirier had a great performance but still Islam was dominating the fight (striking, wrestling, grappling) arguably won every round until the 5th, officially two judges had it 3-1 Islam so it wasn't close. But yeah khabib knew Poirier was a very dangerous and worthly opponent for Islam that's why he dame back to corner him. After the fight khabib posted on his Instagram story a highlight with the title (one of my favourite fighter of all time) and it was poirier koing conor. Khabib always saw poirier as a honorable man and respects him a lot.

[@joanneee1037]

No it's not. Islam was up 3 rounds going to the 5th. Even before the ankle pick td, Islam was still outstriking Dustin on the feet. So if it went to a decision, it'll be 49-46 Islam.

[@johnnycarlos240]

If I read the score cards correctly majority had 2 and 4 Dustin, check them out and lmk where I messed up

[@mahirdaiyan1784]

​@@johnnycarlos240One judge gave 2 rounds to Dustin. 1 is not a majority over 2😂

[@DatPurpleMang]

Dustin the realest. Appreciate this man’s character

[@eIicit]

Thank you guys, I appreciate this interview.

[@inniscalix2224]

Jones should move back down after stipe to challenge alex for the light heavyweight belt

[@Nickyboy73]

Who else could do an interview like this? Come on who? ....amazing journalism....pure and simple....I didn't want this to end.....thank you Ariel

[@SwampOperator]

Over the years I've learned so much from Dustin.. even though we are the same age , I still use him as motivation when im ready to givw up... Dudes done more for people than he thinks Thanks Dustin... You've always set the example. Hell I'm even a Better father because of your influence

[@haze9085]

Dustin is such as humble guy 💪 Love it. Love to watch.

[@devinjackson9300]

Respect to the King....... the Goat........ the LEGEND 4 coming on the sho. Thanks Dustin....

[@paveln1453]

Dustin-Ariel interviews are always great. The fact this was in person made it even sweeter.

[@casuallevelexpert3112]

This was a great flow of conversation. Excellent work Ariel

[@blaykem4657]

Literally the only interview i want to watch dustin is beyond a legend he's fr the peoples champ

[@teegoat9203]

Shine bright like Dustin poirier living legend

[@alfredogarcia7081]

Dustin is a great human. Give us one more fight.

[@curtbernard755]

Always good chatting with the diamond 💎

[@dantecovarrubias9133]

Been ages since i don't watch one of these Ariel's youtube podcasts but as soon as i notice Dustin was there of course i'm watching the whole video.

[@natarakiak3899]

Worth watching!

[@mrextreme]

Omg. Love seeing dustin and ariel together. They always have a great relationship with each other. Different seeing it in studio

[@truongtruong6590]

Channing Tatum is totally going to play him in a movie. Calling it now

[@jaymallo7859]

One of the good ones!! DP living legend and fighter’s fighter.

[@anasshahid224]

Great interview Ariel! Dustin Poirier is an absolute legend, such a classy guy, great to know he has one last fight before retiring. 👏👏👏👏💎

[@G_Money_]

Dustin, I hope you're reading this mann. I've been a huge fan of yours. Pushing it all the way back in the WEC days in 2010. You inspire many of us. Keep doing what you doing. You're a real man and a Hall of Famer in my eyes.

[@lowlowseesee]

This was an emotional watch. 🥰🥰🥰🥰the diamond

[@joondagoon6774]

Jds is one of the most highly paid ufc fighters he’s one of my favs

[@dmason596]

Keep going man. Legend.

[@chasityscruton991]

keep your head up and all ways move fwd theres nothing to be down about win loss or draw allways keep looking up brother you the man

[@robertmajor1744]

D.P would make a great "life coach". How to grow as a person, not just a fighter. He is killing it!👏

[@markvandenboogaard8523]

Dustin, I met you at the UFC gym in June 2015 in new orleans LA.. we took a picture and you and Mike brown signed my boxing gloves, this was right before you fought and finished Yancy Mediros.. you are in my top 3 active fighters to watch and in my top 15 of all time to watch, big fan.. you are a legend, role model, and inspiration for all men and if you ever open up a business in new orleans/Metairie area my girlfriend and I would love to work for you..

[@parastheviper]

He's the man, a great fighter with a great personality and mindset. Thank you 💎

[@maniac3372]

This was an awesome one

[@codasteve]

Such a good interview Ariel, thank you.

[@DakRath_PoE]

dustin... my guy... always... my hero! it's been a ride

[@liamphilander7244]

I like Dustin's takes on fights,this homie has real fight knowledge...

[@tarzanstrickland]

hes clouded by hype since he was in attendance at 303. Jones Alex is a gimmick fight. A win in an undeserved rematch with Jiri does not warrant ducking his true contender Magomed, and skipping over Stipe and a Unification bout with the Interim Champ. Alex himself admits this. On his channel in his most recent video he states it is nonsensical to challenge Tom for the Interim, or to expect to jump Tom and fight Jones. His place is at LHW and Magomed is the contender. These are Alex's words, and he is correct. There is a clear path for the HW division with a Unification bout between the Champ & Interim Champ.

[@maggiemaeblais7647]

Im also a Baton Rouge native that lives in the Northeast..his accent makes me feel at home…I miss LA…

[@MS-mr4zm]

The northeast sucks

[@maggiemaeblais7647]

Yes it does 😂😂😂

[@vinnyvan8851]

Dudes a real Diamond, thank you Dustin for putting on entertainment for the fans.

[@KennyHrlms-ey2vy]

Let go!!! The Diamond baby!! 💪💪💪

[@hugo_vega_1]

Best interview yet Dustin is the people’s champ !

[@ZepplinOnFire]

DAMN! What a truly incredible man. Dustin just keeps elevating himself. A true inspiration!

[@Ghost-mt2tn]

Wow, just became a bigger fan of Dustin absolute stud.

[@JimboSlice-cg5ky]

Hate him or love him, dude has had some many legends sit there and talk . The Diamond 💎 ✅️📈 also can Chandler just announce his next fight already?

[@Sadlyiamhuman]

Ariel's face when Dustin said Aspinal is not that guy 😂😂

[@scottietimmons3322]

Big DP fan. West Kentucky in the house. 💪💎

[@brentnuttall3559]

GREAT PODCAST TODAY 🎉

[@Mxckery]

Honestly DP doesn't need to fight Just stay around MMA maybe become a analyst or coach I just want a Diamond update every month

[@user-pp1gm9of1o]

14:02 he’s talking about an anime meme where every character is stomping someone out 💀😂

[@LakesideLofi]

How can you not love Dustin. The man. 🔥

[@SolarPowerFightClub]

I'm so glad he's doing well money wise 👏

[@stevenspirito5672]

Dustin Rocks!!! One of, if not my favorite fighter!! Good Dude as well!! All the best to you and your family DP. You vs. Nate would be Classic

[@higlanderfitness]

From 45min to 48min you should cut this and post it as a reel. Great to here guys talk like this :)

[@georgetawadros2452]

A befitting nickname to truly personify and describe one of the greats in MMA. “The Diamond 💎”

[@techastrophe]

Ariel, I'm a huge fan of how you showed interest in Dustin's personal business and sponsorships, allowing him to riff on about it all and self-promote on your platform -- it shows an altruistic spirit that more people in media and journalism need to practice. I just thought that was super cool of you.

[@scottregister200]

DP is the model of what a MMA fighter should be IMO

[@QueenT_98]

Finally getting El Diamonté in studio. He’s so damn handsome & always dropping gems 💎

[@jd0696]

Anytime Dustin talks, I listen. The kid is an icon. He’s really gonna leave a huge legacy in the UFC. Outside the octagon, he’s f as moly man, role model, a real inspiration. Hope to see him fight again. Would love to see him and Max go at it again for the BMF belt. 🔥🔥🔥

[@simonjeffery8604]

Great interview, Dustin is a legend. Doesn’t need to fight again or get the belt, he’s a warrior and legend.

[@lakajnck]

We need more studio interview, so mich better feeling

[@ultimatefighttalk5525]

Dustin vs Nate would be a fun one, I think he just has a few more fun fights. Forget the title for now and just enjoy! Dustin is one of the most liked UFC fighters along with Alex, Justin, DC, Chael.

[@gaetanverbauwhede5735]

You got to love dustin, great guy even when he talks about his mental healt. You got to have respect for this men. One more fight are two dustin love to see you fight man.. 😉👍🏼

[@theboogeyman9813]

Take an easy fight and tune that kid up. Keep fighting.

[@jamesg.hromnak2333]

🍀👍🍀😊nice segment, nice guest.

[@DawsonAguirre-bermoy]

🔥🔥 don't retire please