Dustin Poirier currently holds the #1 position in the UFC lightweight rankings after defeating Conor McGregor in their rematch. Now, the pair is set for a highly anticipated trilogy fight at UFC 264. As this intriguing bout grows closer, let's take a look at five times Dustin Poirier brutalized his opponents inside the octagon.
Poirier dominated Holloway and claimed a spectacular first-round submission (triangle armbar) victory. He was also awarded the 'Submission of the Night' bonus.
Poirier dominated Ferreira with brutal ground and pound and claimed a first-round KO victory. This spectacular victory resulted in Poirier getting awarded the 'Performance of the Night' bonus.
Poirier brutally assaulted Gaethje with an unending barrage of punches and won the fight via TKO in the fourth round. The fight was highly entertaining and was awarded the 'Fight of the Night' bonus.
Poirier displayed his great striking skills by landing vicious combinations of kicks, knees, and punches to win this fight via TKO in the second round. He was also awarded the 'Performance of the Night' bonus.
The second chapter of this trilogy resulted in Poirier claiming a spectacular second-round TKO victory over McGregor. The 'Diamond' was also awarded the 'Performance of the Night' bonus.