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

[@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!

[@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

[@Genesis817]

This dude will always be a legend. Absolute Chad.

[@mhutch5082]

Legend but no gold

[@fatherpapi6765]

@@mhutch5082tf cares

[@jc00013S]

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

[@mhutch5082]

@@jc00013S that's cringe asf

[@mhutch5082]

@@jc00013S he is a cool fighter though

[@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

[@IamaNewCreature]

Chandler is going to be depressed…

[@UsmanKhan-iu1ci]

I hope Conor fights them both

[@unknownuser_13]

Chandler will kill himself

[@IamaNewCreature]

@@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! 💀

[@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

[@joeyzazasalas]

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

[@micrey7804]

truth!!

[@anasshahid224]

Facts bro’

[@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

[@brotherjames2204]

Yeah but still not the best to come out of Lafayette. Daniel Cormier should have that title. Plus the Charlo bros come from there too.

[@Thejbinz]

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.

[@Thejbinz]

@@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.

[@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

[@deadpaul4399]

DP hall of fame 💯

[@KinGamerBoy568]

🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@carlosbonilla4537]

Guaranteed

[@randyrawdingii5135]

ABSOLUTELY 🔥🔥🔥 That's my guy. Respect of his peers, notable wins, crushing precipice losses, all the massively entertaining wars in between, THIS MAN IS HOF MATERIAL ANY DAY. A MUST HAVE!

[@revendranaidoo4305]

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

[@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

[@delmarreyna]

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

[@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

[@NewDesignVinylGraphics]

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]

@@NewDesignVinylGraphicspaddy?

[@NewDesignVinylGraphics]

@@alisyed2722 nah it was Strickland actually lmao

[@darkillusion2070]

Sean Strickland​@@NewDesignVinylGraphics

[@franlovelsimic8421]

Bot comment

[@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.

[@JohnnySipDrip]

Muscle Milk Mike ☠☠☠ 👇

[@mark.jas0n]

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

[@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

[@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

[@Jeremeyclarkson007]

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 🎉

[@LakersManSinceBirth]

DUSTIN IS MICHAEL CHANDLER FATHER

[@JohnnySipDrip]

TAPPED OUT LIKE A BlSCH

[@luisbermudez4140]

@@JohnnySipDrip😂 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.

[@josiericaro3347]

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

[@solarrockstar]

Man, nate barely can walk

[@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

[@JuanAvalos918]

We want Poirier vs Diaz at the sphere.

[@djarovh]

Nah

[@kaisersozaay]

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

[@drewlambert9139]

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

[@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.

[@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

[@gerardbonggo5401]

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

[@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.

[@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😂

[@davidmcilwrath626]

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

[@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

[@DatPurpleMang]

Dustin the realest. Appreciate this man’s character

[@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

[@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

[@ewanwaite788]

10 mins in and studio interview is far better than

[@konflict1231]

the in studio interviews are always fire

[@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

[@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💨

[@santanagutierrez8972]

9:25 greatest clip of all time hahahahaha "WHO THE F IS WE"

[@fantasyfootballgrinder5605]

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

[@ivanblancovazquez6497]

LS??

[@bilalchoudhri]

Bootstraps and muscle milk 51:26 😂😂😂

[@pvln12345]

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

[@teegoat9203]

Shine bright like Dustin poirier living legend

[@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.

[@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

[@alfredogarcia7081]

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

[@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

[@yuppaaaah6439]

Huge McGregor fan but respect to this man… genuine dude

[@RyanThibeault82]

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!

[@Bumbaclartios]

I still find it amazing that Islam beat a guy who was fighting for everything. When you’re just a champ making another title defense, and the guy you’re fighting sees you as the manifestation of everything standing between him and his legacy, a lifetime of fulfillment, and the key to his ultimate goal and dream in life, who knows it’s his last shot- and you STILL finish him, that’s cold. Islam’s such a killer for that. The emotional aspect of that victory is really impressive. It’s like going against a guy your size in arm wrestling, if you lose you lose $100, but if he loses his mom dies, and you still win. Just flat out better no matter how lopsided the stakes are

[@allybaapp1053]

Excellent reflection.

[@Cloud007.]

Islam is likely on ped's in my opinion. As was khabib. My opinion.

[@redrain860]

​@@Cloud007. Hear ye hear ye, the peds expert has spoken!

[@redrain860]

Islam too had a legacy to lose. Currently, he's in talks of LW goat and goat in general, gunning to be multi-divisional champ. If he'd lost to Dustin, the allegations that he's just a "worse Khabib" would've been cemented.

[@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.

[@alcottdevalte7440]

Dustin has the best resume in MMA history. Fought the most elite champions and top P4P fighters. And only not fought RDA, Tony and Nate. Would have liked to see him ko Colby at 170 for good olds sake but the fight won't happen or some other big fight at 170.

[@konflict1231]

god could you imagine watching dustin just piece up colby, id actually spend money on the ppv for that one

[@brandondeyoung5810]

Colby won't fight ian you really think he is going to fight Dustin

[@michaelbreed7255]

@@brandondeyoung5810 I actually tend to think that Colby would fight DP, just because he would have a size advantage tho

[@mysteryguy3290]

​@@brandondeyoung5810facts. Colby looking for an easy fight and then call for another title fight...

[@DonPeppinoo]

Are you a causal? NO he doesn't. JBJ does by lightyears!!!!

[@Country546]

Keep fighting dustin don’t retire bro keep fighting until you get that championship

[@yenohtnA]

I’d love to see Dustin vs Colby at 170

[@MS-mr4zm]

Whoever loses retires

[@joondagoon6774]

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

[@thereignofdando]

Dustin's a chad. I truly don't know how people can dislike the man.

[@shotgun111180]

one comment Dustin made after the Islam fight was "I can't control the outcome, just the process." That was very profound and I think about that a lot. Very Wise and evolved statement. Dustin is Zen

[@pauljesustv]

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

[@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. 🔥🔥🔥

[@Dak_D4BAD]

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

[@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.

[@scottblack4142]

A true legend! Made many of my Saturday nights exciting over the years!

[@MaggieBlais]

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

[@MaggieBlais]

Yes it does 😂😂😂

[@shmelvin]

Dustin vs Max BMF title please

[@eIicit]

Thank you guys, I appreciate this interview.

[@MaggieBlais]

I love The Diamond!!! He is so humble and just seems like such a good guy! Besides the fact that he is a total badass! My favorite fighter of all time!

[@praywithoutceasing2966]

There’s ufc champions and then there is ufc immortals, this man is an immortal.!! 🙏🏼

[@CobyDuhon]

Dustin is the DAWG!!

[@CJ_MOR]

The people’s champ and future hall of fame, will always shine bright 💎

[@FloridaManMMACrypto]

Sometimes you have to keep in perspective that you don't know what would have happened if you achieved the level of success you wanted. Maybe you win the big game, get all the gold and glory, 10x everyone else's level..But maybe that path although successful would have more tragedy. Kobe Bryant won it all but his success put him in a doomed helicopter with his daughter, taking them both much too young. Count your blessings and be where you are now. Be here now.

[@vishiminocha6908]

That's beautiful man! I hope Dustin reads it. I also believe a belt doesn't decide how great of a fighter you were. Dustin is better than many champions even though he himself might never be one.

[@jimmyhale736]

The people champ!!! DP!

[@Zero_KontrollYt]

Him saying to call themup for a boxing fight is exactly why I respect this man, he doesnt care what kind of fight, when or where, he just wants to throw down. Pressure makes diamonds but damn the Diamond is the one putting the pressure on everyone to get him a fight!!

[@joshwillis172]

Dustin could set a precedent with the UFC and be the first to box in the cage at the Sphere. And going forward Dana and the UFC need to start promoting boxing fights

[@Zero_KontrollYt]

Definitely agree. Dustin deserves the promotion. He said it himself, he's been cutting his teeth in UFC since like 2011, Dana should be more than willing to promote a boxing fight if he wants one. I do think that he should have the same contract as Diaz where he's still on contract but can box a select few names so that way he doesn't need up boxing Jake Paul, as much as I'd love to see it, he doesn't need to tarnish his name for that fight.

[@bangkokballer4103]

Great conversation.. Dustin.. A true champ of the sport

[@dannydillon997]

Respect to eddie alveraz for helping Dustin 🙏 Dustin if you want you teach me how to fight, and I teach you how to play a guitar, i've been playing guitar as long as you been fighting.

[@zephyrcarlos4481]

Man dustin really dont like Chandler

[@ZackBackpackingAroundTheWorld]

Surprised anyone does.

[@InspectorButters4]

F*cking love this dude, there's nobody like The 💎!!! Dustin's one of the realest mofos ever, when it comes to life or fighting..... he's 100% authentic!! I appreciate all the charity work, but also how self aware and honest he is. I hope he does at least 1 more fight and beats Nate down, but if retires tomorrow he's already a certified LEGEND and 1st ballot HoF'er. Much respect forever ✌️🫡🇺🇲

[@inniscalix2224]

"Bootstraps and muscle milk" 🤣

[@truongtruong6590]

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

[@IsenathiDyantyi]

My number 10 UFC favorite best fighter in the World Babeyyy 🙌🗺

[@calebprofile]

this is such a funny comment

[@IsenathiDyantyi]

​@@calebprofile😂😭

[@blaykem4657]

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

[@ParkerPPipe]

Ariel shows a grown ass man fighter his toys

[@EwMuva]

Tripping if you think that collection has no value

[@ParkerPPipe]

@@EwMuva did I say they had no value? I said a grown ass man is showing another grown ass man fighter his toys. You think Dustin is playing with toys bro?

[@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.

[@reeb9016]

Arielle is to MMA as Steve is to Blues Clues.

[@jonkalv7808]

A pedo?

[@casuallevelexpert3112]

This was a great flow of conversation. Excellent work Ariel

[@Acelouie]

Theo vs Ariel podcast beef Ariel sends first shots? 🤣

[@simonjeffery8604]

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

[@srivisuasam6477]

Poirier on Android is all I need to hear - GOAT!

[@danielponder-og9yf]

All the chandler stuff starts at 31:10

[@handello]

It’s crazy that Chandler is 3 years older than Dustin.

[@RudeReg]

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

[@eXcellence]

Diamond! ♦

[@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..

[@gremlin2022]

Me come from near the beach...bwoy Abracadabra man Half Baked is a classic 😂

[@orcanimal]

Nobody ever thought Dustin would be anything more than a journyman after Conor beat him back in the day, but lo and behold, he not only became a champ (interm counts), but went on to also beat Conor (twice, or 1.5 times technically) and become a fan favorite. It helps that he also seems like a genuinely good guy. Good for him!

[@seanseany6481]

He did not become a champ . But hell yh he’s a legendary fighter

[@orcanimal]

@@seanseany6481 He became an interm champ, and that counts

[@mattybanks1624]

Stop with this john v alex.. its Tom v john next, Tom's the interim champ so john HAS to fight him next or retire and give Tom the belt 😤

[@IsenathiDyantyi]

​@JrE-il7cfnext!! Periera 🇧🇷 vs 🇷🇺 Ankalaev

[@beatsbyash]

By the official rules once Jon the current champion steps the octagon again then Tom is immediately removed from his interim title status as the champion is now back. The ufc most likely won’t strip Tom for marketing purposes but interesting enough that’s how it works and this has never happened before.

[@ohno316]

Tom who? It's Stipe vs Jon

[@mattybanks1624]

@beatsbyash no when John and Stripe got delayed they made Tom interim so it was set in stone he would fight the winner interim v champ

[@mattybanks1624]

@ohno316 yes I no Tom fights the winner as the interim

[@OCIN53]

Dustin Poirier is a class act and a legendary fighter.

[@parkourjackbarlow]

Ariels memory is absolutely crazy 🤯

[@ogbose49]

He couldn't remember seeing Dustin

[@HobbsMcGee]

Agreed. When he totally recited from memory the 2011 card when Dustin fought on FB prelims. Wild!

[@ghhhp]

ngl i used to not like ariel just seemed like the adam22 of mma in his earlier years but for a long time now ive realized he does actually care about this sport and how it’s perceived and how much he supports it and the fighters he’s definitely genuine i didnt believe it at first

[@Ilouyumajklbisping]

@ghhhp don't let him fool you bro. Ariel is great at his job but he is still and always was a wheesel. "Caring for the fighters" is his way to make them cooperative, come to his show and even better go aginst the ufc

[@joevigil2425]

It’s both sport and entertainment