By After his loss to Islam Makhachev at UFC 302, Dustin Poirier hinted at retirement but has since reconsidered. Poirier, known as “The Diamond,” feels the urge to compete again and doesn’t want to end his career on a loss. He emphasized the need for internal motivation and respect for the sport, aiming to leave on a high note with a win.
Poirier mentioned several potential opponents for his next fight, including Nate Diaz, Conor McGregor, Alexander Volkanovski, Justin Gaethje, Max Holloway, Charles Oliveira, and Colby Covington. Although a fight with Diaz seems unlikely due to past negotiation issues, Poirier remains open to the possibility.
He stressed the importance of being fully committed to his next fight, aiming to leave the sport on his terms. Poirier’s decision to fight again is driven by his respect for the sport and his desire to end his career on a positive note.
