Dustin Poirier's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Dustin Poirier.

Dustin Glenn Poirier is an American professional mixed martial artist competing in the UFC's Lightweight division. A former Interim UFC Lightweight Champion, he has challenged multiple times for the undisputed UFC Lightweight Championship and once for the BMF title. As of July 1, 2025, he is ranked #6 in the UFC lightweight division.

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November 11, 2010: Victory at WEC 52

On November 11, 2010, Dustin Poirier defeated Zach Micklewright via first-round TKO at WEC 52.

January 1, 2011: Victory Over Grispi at UFC 125

On January 1, 2011, Dustin Poirier defeated Josh Grispi by unanimous decision at UFC 125.

June 11, 2011: Poirier Defeats Young at UFC 131

On June 11, 2011, Dustin Poirier defeated Jason Young by unanimous decision at UFC 131 after Rani Yahya was forced to withdraw due to an injury.

November 12, 2011: Poirier Defeats Garza at UFC on Fox 1

On November 12, 2011, Dustin Poirier defeated Pablo Garza via second-round D'arce choke at UFC on Fox 1.

February 4, 2012: Poirier Defeats Holloway at UFC 143

On February 4, 2012, Dustin Poirier defeated Max Holloway in the first round at UFC 143, earning a Submission of the Night bonus after Erik Koch and Ricardo Lamas pulled out of the fight due to injuries.

May 15, 2012: Loss to Jung at UFC on Fuel TV

On May 15, 2012, Dustin Poirier faced Chan Sung Jung in the main event at UFC on Fuel TV: Korean Zombie vs. Poirier, losing via submission in the fourth round. Both fighters earned Fight of the Night honors.

December 15, 2012: Victory at The Ultimate Fighter 16 Finale

On December 15, 2012, Dustin Poirier defeated Jonathan Brookins at The Ultimate Fighter 16 Finale via D'arce Choke.

August 31, 2013: Victory Over Erik Koch at UFC 164

On August 31, 2013, Dustin Poirier defeated Erik Koch by unanimous decision at UFC 164. After the win, Poirier called for a rematch with Cub Swanson.

December 28, 2013: Knockout Victory Over Brandão at UFC 168

On December 28, 2013, Dustin Poirier defeated Diego Brandão via knockout in the first round at UFC 168.

April 16, 2014: TKO Victory Over Corassani

On April 16, 2014, Dustin Poirier defeated Akira Corassani via TKO in the second round at The Ultimate Fighter Nations Finale, earning a Fight of the Night bonus.

April 4, 2015: Knockout Victory Over Ferreira

On April 4, 2015, Dustin Poirier defeated Carlos Diego Ferreira via knockout in the first round at UFC Fight Night 63, earning a Performance of the Night bonus and his highest disclosed pay at the time of $118,000.

June 6, 2015: TKO Victory Over Medeiros

On June 6, 2015, Dustin Poirier defeated Yancy Medeiros via TKO in the first round at UFC Fight Night 68, earning a Performance of the Night bonus.

January 2, 2016: Victory Over Duffy at UFC 195

On January 2, 2016, Dustin Poirier defeated Joseph Duffy by unanimous decision at UFC 195. He was later hospitalized due to a broken nose sustained during the fight, leading to a six-week layoff.

June 4, 2016: Knockout Victory Over Green at UFC 199

On June 4, 2016, Dustin Poirier defeated Bobby Green via knockout in the first round at UFC 199, receiving a disclosed pay of $110,000.

February 11, 2017: Victory Over Miller at UFC 208

On February 11, 2017, Dustin Poirier defeated Jim Miller via majority decision at UFC 208, earning a Fight of the Night bonus. Poirier was later suspended indefinitely due to injuries sustained during the fight.

November 11, 2017: TKO Victory Over Pettis at UFC Fight Night 120

On November 11, 2017, Dustin Poirier defeated Anthony Pettis via TKO at UFC Fight Night 120, earning a Fight of the Night bonus.

April 14, 2018: TKO Victory Over Gaethje at UFC on Fox 29

On April 14, 2018, Dustin Poirier defeated Justin Gaethje via TKO at UFC on Fox 29, earning a Fight of the Night bonus.

July 28, 2018: TKO Victory Over Alvarez in Rematch

On July 28, 2018, Dustin Poirier defeated Eddie Alvarez via TKO in a rematch at UFC on Fox 30, earning a Performance of the Night award.

April 13, 2019: Interim UFC Lightweight Champion

On April 13, 2019, Dustin Poirier defeated Max Holloway at UFC 236 to win the Interim UFC Lightweight Championship, earning a Fight of the Night award.

June 26, 2020: Forrest Griffin Community Award

On June 26, 2020, Dustin Poirier was awarded the Forrest Griffin Community Award by the UFC, recognizing his contributions to charity.

June 27, 2020: Victory Over Hooker at UFC on ESPN

On June 27, 2020, Dustin Poirier defeated Dan Hooker at UFC on ESPN: Poirier vs. Hooker, earning a Fight of the Night award.

January 24, 2021: TKO Victory Over McGregor at UFC 257

On January 24, 2021, Dustin Poirier defeated Conor McGregor via TKO at UFC 257, becoming the first person to defeat McGregor by knockout in an MMA bout and earning the Performance of the Night award.

March 15, 2021: Dustin Poirier Day in Lafayette

On March 15, 2021, Lafayette Mayor-President Josh Guillory declared it Dustin Poirier Day in Lafayette, Louisiana, in recognition of Dustin Poirier's charitable contributions. Poirier was also awarded a key to the city.

July 10, 2021: TKO Victory Over McGregor at UFC 264

On July 10, 2021, Dustin Poirier defeated Conor McGregor via TKO at UFC 264 after McGregor suffered a broken tibia, resulting in the fight being stopped by the ringside doctor.

November 12, 2022: Victory over Chandler at UFC 281

On November 12, 2022, Dustin Poirier defeated Michael Chandler at UFC 281 via a rear-naked choke submission in the third round. This fight earned him the Fight of the Night award.

March 9, 2024: Knockout victory over Saint Denis

On March 9, 2024, Dustin Poirier defeated Benoît Saint Denis by knockout in the second round at UFC 299. This fight earned him another Fight of the Night award.

June 1, 2024: Loss to Makhachev at UFC 302

On June 1, 2024, Dustin Poirier lost to Islam Makhachev via a D'Arce choke in the fifth round at UFC 302. This fight earned him another Fight of the Night award and a $50,000 bonus.