Dustin Poirier is a decorated professional mixed martial artist who competes in the lightweight division. A veteran of 39 professional fights, Poirier started his career and fought in multiple fight promotions before venturing into the leading professional mixed martial arts organization, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).
On May 16, 2009, Dustin Poirier entered the professional mixed martial arts cage for the first time against Aaron Suarez at USA MMA 7: River City Rampage. He was knocked out by Poirier in the first round to secure a win and start his professional career with an aggressive victory.
Dustin Poirier made his debut at the UFC on January 1, 2011, against Joseph Grisipi at UFC 125. He secured a unanimous decision victory in the fight over Grisipi and kept his winning momentum rolling. Dustin Poirier landed his first title shot at the UFC interim lightweight title against Max Holloway on April 13, 2019, at UFC 236. He defeated Holloway by a unanimous decision and became the interim champion of the lightweight division in the promotion.
In his next showdown, he squared off against the legendary Russian professional mixed martial artist; the then UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov for the lightweight championship at UFC 242 on September 7, 2019. Nurmagomedov defeated him by a third-round submission to win the match.
Dustin Poirier as of now, has a professional record of 30 wins, 8 losses, and 1 no-contest under his belt. He is set to take on Islam Makhachev for the lightweight title in yet another title opportunity at UFC 302 on June 1, 2024.
Dustin Poirier’s Kids
Dustin Poirier is a parent to a daughter, along with his wife, Jolie Poirier. She was born on August 14, 2016, and is named Noelle Parker. Dustin Poirier has her name tattooed on the right side of his chest.
Dustin Poirier Residence
Dustin Poirier and his wife, Jolie Poirier, along with their daughter Noelle Parker, live in a luxurious residence at Lafayette. The residential building is reported to be worth $1.4 million and is built on a spacious plot of land measuring around half an acre.
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FAQs on Dustin Poirier's Kids
A. He is married to Jolie Poirier.
A. He has one daughter.
A. He has named his daughter Noelle Parker.
A. She was born on August 14, 2016.
A. He and his family reside in Lafayette, Louisiana in the USA.
