Dustin Poirier News
Charles Oliveira predicts Conor McGregor will KO Dustin Poirier at UFC 264
Adam D Martin - July 9, 2021
UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira is predicting that promotional superstar Conor McGregor will KO Dustin Poirier at UFC 264. Oliveira will be a special guest in attendance at this Saturday’s blockbuster pay-per-view event at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. Ahead of this weekend’s huge match, “Do Bronx” was asked who he believes will win the main event of UFC 264. Although most fans and media seem to think it’s a close fight that could go either way, the Brazilian champion is confident that he knows who is going to get his hand raised on Saturday night.
UFC 264 weigh-in results: Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier official for main event
Adam D Martin - July 9, 2021
The official weigh-ins for UFC 264 took place on Friday in Las Vegas, Nevada, and 25 of the 26 fighters scheduled to compete made weight. The main event of UFC 264 features the trilogy fight between lightweights Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier. Both men stepped onto the scale and successfully made weight, with each man standing on the scale at 156lbs. The UFC 264 main event is now official. It’s also worth noting that backup fighter Rafael dos Anjos also made weight, coming in at 156lbs.
Dustin Poirier says Conor McGregor is "not that guy he used to be" following UFC 264 press conference
Adam D Martin - July 9, 2021
UFC lightweight superstar Dustin Poirier said that Conor McGregor is “not that guy he used to be” following the UFC 264 press conference. Poirier and McGregor shared the stage on Thursday night at the UFC 264 press conference in Las Vegas. If you ask “The Diamond,” he believes that the presser went well for him. As far as Poirier goes, it was just another example of how McGregor isn’t the same guy.
Conor McGregor continues to troll Dustin Poirier about his wife: "It’s real the message request mate"
Adam D Martin - July 9, 2021
UFC superstar Conor McGregor continued to troll Dustin Poirier about his wife Jolie, suggesting that “it’s real the message request mate.” McGregor earlier this week revealed that Poirier’s wife Jolie had sent him a DM request on Instagram, and the Irishman used it as an opportunity to take a shot at “The Diamond.” On Thursday evening following the UFC 264 press conference, McGregor and Poirier continued to bicker on their Twitter. After taking some shots at Poirier’s wife during the press conference, McGregor then sent his rival another comment about his wife on social media.
Conor McGregor says his performance at UFC 264 will "top" his TKO win over Eddie Alvarez
Cole Shelton - July 8, 2021
Conor McGregor has had a lot of great moments inside the Octagon but his win over Eddie Alvarez is considered to be one of the best performances ever. From start to finish, McGregor picked apart Alvarez and dropped him several times en route to a TKO win to become the lightweight champ. It was a dominant performance from the Irishman and ahead of his trilogy match at UFC 264 against Dustin Poirier, he’s promising a better one.
Dustin Poirier is "looking phenomenal" and is "going to hurt somebody" at UFC 264, says teammate Jorge Masvidal
Adam D Martin - July 8, 2021
Dustin Poirier is “looking phenomenal” and is “going to hurt somebody” at UFC 264, says his teammate at American Top Team, Jorge Masvidal. Poirier takes on archrival Conor McGregor in a highly-anticipated trilogy bout that serves as the main event of this Saturday’s blockbuster UFC 264 pay-per-view card. Ahead of the fight, his teammate at ATT Masvidal spoke about how preparations have gone in training camp for “The Diamond.” According to Masvidal, Poirier had an excellent training camp and he’s ready to go for Saturday night, with Masvidal warning McGregor about what to expect.
Dustin Poirier would "be successful" and "dominant" at welterweight if he moves up, says coach
Cole Shelton - July 8, 2021
Dustin Poirier started his UFC career at featherweight and may end it at welterweight, his strength and conditioning coach, Phil Daru says. Poirier is set to headline UFC 264 in a highly-anticipated trilogy bout against Conor McGregor. It’s a massive fight for both men and in the lead-up to the scrap, “The Diamond” asked if it could take place at welterweight. He wanted the trilogy to take place at three different weight classes but for Daru, that is also due to the fact Poirier is a big lightweight that does cut a lot of weight.
UFC 264 | Pro fighters make their picks for Dustin Poirier vs. Conor McGregor 3
Cole Shelton - July 8, 2021
In the main event of UFC 264, Dustin Poirier and Conor McGregor have their highly-anticipated trilogy match. Heading into the fight, Poirier is the -130 favorite while the Irishman is the +110 underdog. Ahead of the fight, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro fighters to get their predictions for the scrap. The pros are split on this one but the slight majority favor Poirier to get the win although all think the fight ends inside the distance.
UFC 264: Poirier vs. McGregor 3 full betting odds
Cole Shelton - July 7, 2021
Check out the complete betting odds for this Saturday’s UFC 264 card featuring the trilogy match between Dustin Poirier and Conor McGregor. In the main event of UFC 264, Poirier and McGregor have their highly-anticipated trilogy match. They first met in 2014 where McGregor won by first-round TKO. They then had their rematch in January at UFC 257 with Poirier exacting his revenge with a second-round TKO. Poirier enters the fight on a two-fight winning streak and is the former interim lightweight champ. McGregor meanwhile is just 1-3 in his last four including the loss to Floyd Mayweather but he’s the former UFC featherweight and lightweight champ.
Michael Bisping believes Conor McGregor could retire if he loses to Dustin Poirier at UFC 264
Adam D Martin - July 7, 2021
UFC Hall of Famer Michael Bisping believes that superstar Conor McGregor could retire if he loses to Dustin Poirier in the trilogy at UFC 264. McGregor and Poirier meet in the main event of Saturday’s blockbuster UFC 264 pay-per-view card. The two archrivals are 1-1 all-time in their two-fight series, so the third fight this weekend will settle the question once and for all of who the better fighter is. It’s a big fight with big stakes, as the winner of the bout will more than likely be next in line to fight the new UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira. With so much riding on the line, this is a very important fight for both men in their UFC careers. And if you ask one of the UFC’s top analysts in Bisping, there is a chance this could be the last time we see McGregor fight.
Conor McGregor trolls Dustin Poirier by sharing Instagram DM from "The Diamond's" wife
Cole Shelton - July 6, 2021
Conor McGregor is upping his trash talk for his trilogy match against Dustin Poirier. When McGregor returned at UFC 246 following his submission loss to Khabib Nurmagomedov, he was not the old trash-talking self. He had nothing but kind words to say to both Donald Cerrone and Poirier back in January but after the recent feud, he and Poirier had after their UFC 257 fight the old McGregor is back.
Dustin Poirier responds after Colby Covington releases video of him dropping a sparring partner
Cole Shelton - July 6, 2021
Dustin Poirier has responded after Colby Covington released the video of “The Diamond” dropped a sparring partner. Over the past couple of weeks, Covington revealed he had a video of Poirier dropping an amateur sparring partner in the lead-up to the Khabib Nurmagomedov.
Colby Covington shares video of Dustin Poirier dropping amateur during sparring, Jorge Masvidal reacts
Adam D Martin - July 6, 2021
Colby Covington shared a video of Dustin Poirier dropping an amateur fighter during sparring, and rival Jorge Masvidal reacted to it. Covington recently said that Poirier isn’t as nice of a guy as people think he is, and he revealed that he had footage of Poirier hurting an amateur in sparring while preparing for the Khabib Nurmagomedov fight back at UFC 242. Take a look at the video of Poirier dropping his training partner and then saying “and new” after knocking him down.
Dan Hardy says Conor McGregor is a "better martial artist" than Dustin Poirier
Adam D Martin - July 6, 2021
Former UFC welterweight Dan Hardy said that Conor McGregor is a “better martial artist” than Dustin Poirier ahead of their trilogy at UFC 264. McGregor and Poirier meet this Saturday night in the main event of UFC 264 as the two bitter rivals look to finally put a conclusion to their longstanding feud. Ahead of this weekend’s blockbuster fight, Hardy spoke to Submission Radio and was asked to give his expert opinion on the fight. The longtime analyst is a fan of both fighters, but it’s the opinion of “The Outlaw” that McGregor is actually the superior martial artist of the two.
Chris Weidman shares prediction for Conor McGregor vs. Dustin Poirier trilogy fight
Adam D Martin - July 6, 2021
Former UFC middleweight champion Chris Weidman shared his prediction for the upcoming Conor McGregor vs. Dustin Poirier trilogy fight. McGregor and Poirier meet for the third and presumably the final time this Saturday night in the main event of UFC 264. With the all-time series tied at 1-1 apiece between the two bitter rivals, the winner of this weekend’s big fight will earn eternal bragging rights as the winner of the trilogy, not to mention earn a title shot against UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira. Oh, and there is quite a bit of money that will be on the line, as well.
Just Scrap Radio Ep. 43 with Stephen Thompson, Max Griffin, and Phil Daru
Cole Shelton - July 6, 2021
The 43rd episode of Just Scrap Radio on BJPENN with Cole Shelton is here ahead of UFC 264. We’re first joined by one-half of the co-main event and the fourth-ranked welterweight, Stephen Thompson (3:13). Next, UFC welterweight, Max Griffin (22:00) joins the show. Closing out the program is Dustin Poirier’s strength and conditioning coach, Phil Daru (38:39).
Charles Oliveira will be cageside for Dustin Poirier vs. Conor McGregor 3
Cole Shelton - July 5, 2021
UFC lightweight champion, Charles Oliveira will be cageside to watch Dustin Poirier vs. Conor McGregor 3 at UFC 264 on Saturday night. In the main event of the pay-per-view card in Las Vegas, Poirier and McGregor are set for their highly-anticipated trilogy fight. They first met in 2014 where McGregor won the fight by first-round TKO. They then had their rematch in January where Poirier exacted his revenge with a second-round TKO win.
Henry Cejudo shares prediction for Conor McGregor vs. Dustin Poirier 3
Adam D Martin - July 5, 2021
Former UFC flyweight and bantamweight champion Henry Cejudo shared his prediction for this weekend’s Conor McGregor vs. Dustin Poirier 3 bout. McGregor and Poirier meet this Saturday night in the main event of UFC 264. It’s a huge fight between the bitter rivals, who are 1-1 all-time in their series. The winner of this third and final bout will hold all the cards, making this a very important fight for both men. With an impressive win this weekend, the winner of McGregor and Poirier seems destined to fight for the title their next time out against UFC lightweight champion Charles Oliveira.