New mythical fighter unlocked: Old man Philosopher Poirier

This is honestly one of the best interviews I've seen from a pro athlete in my life.

We’re just fans but this is real life for these guys. DP and Volk both sharing the same feelings. Props to Dustin.

Just when you thought you couldn’t respect this man anymore serious props for opening up about your hardships after a loss. Takes a real strong individual to share and bounce back from something like that I really hope this man becomes champion he’s such a good person and an even better fighter love you Dustin!💎💪🏻

“‘When Times Are Good Be Grateful, When Times Are Bad, Move Graceful” - Dustin Poirier

Never lost 2 in a row

Doesn't Poirier know he is JUST A COUPLE KOs away from the all time all weight class UFC KO record? He needs to never jump another Guillotine. He needs to get that KO record.

Champ. Favorite fighter to watch and favorite fighter as an individual. Competitive, honest, charitable.

Man Dustin's journey and development as a person is amazing to see

I think it’s Dustin’s honesty in and outside of the cage that’s earned him the respect of so many people and why his fan base is so large. Love the fights and the example he sets outside the cage

I jumped up and down screaming by myself when Dustin won! He made my night!

Dustin is just so real. Love this man.

paid in full 💎

Cashed out big on the book this weekend! Poirier by KO was +240. I'm buying some poirier hot sauce to celebrate. Cheers champ!

Dustin is a wise man. Love that he opened up about practicing mindfulness & gratitude leading up to the fight. He stay dropping gems 💎

Def knew he was super concentrated in the lead up to fight. His coach and teammate / training partners were handling most of his segments on the Countdown. Respect.

After being counted out the Diamond shined throught and delivered once again 💎

Wow, when you listen to an interview and it makes you start reflecting on your own life and gaining new perspectives, that’s special. Dustin is special.

win or lose we love this man, for his fights of course but more importantly just him as a human, his wife and daughter, his story, etc. a mans man. much love DP!

Dustins on a short list of fighters for me where Im sooo emotionally invested. I startled those around me when he won with my celebration. Love you dude!

This is one of the best, emotionally stirring interviews I have ever watched! Dustin the Diamond Poirier is a real-life hero. I’m proud to say that he has always been one of my all-time favourite MMA fighters. He has matured beyond his years and is the perfect role model for any up and coming MMA fighter. Through the years, I’ve put up numerous posts showing my appreciation and support for him and never once have I ever doubted his skills. He is truly special - a warrior who brings it every time he steps into the octagon. I am not a fortune-teller, but it wouldn’t surprise me if he finally achieves his life-long dream of becoming the undisputed champion of the UFC lightweight division. I know of no other fighter who deserves it more than he does. Can you imagine what it would be like if he became champ using the elusive guillotine? I’d most probably be dancing in celebration for more than a week! I can even visualize producers scrambling to make a movie on his life! Seriously, I hope and pray that God will soon grant his wish to finally achieve his ultimate dream inside the octagon.

It's literally time for Dustin to win the belt!!!! That would just be the icing on top of the cake at this point. He did so much in his career. He really is amazing. My boyfriend and I were screaming at the screen so loudly during that fight. We cried and hugged each other when Dustin won. Congrats Future Champ....It's your time!!!!

The thing about Dustin, is that it always feels like he answers questions 100% honestly. No regard for what headlines the media will run with, no games - Dustin always keeps it real

Diamonds are made under pressure 👊🏻💎

Incredible interview Ariel. You helped make Dustin Poirier open and relaxed, he got to tell his side of the story after the second Justin Gaethje fight openly and honestly. DP is such a humble guy, so happy he won at UFC 299. 💎👏👏👏

Sucks to see so many people discredit his win. I get where everyone is coming from to an extent but can’t deny what DP did in the fight too. Wish he didn’t jump the guillotine so much but he defended himself on the ground every time and the knockout speaks for itself💎

man how do you not love this guy!

The funniest thing Dustin said is that he couldn't believe Joe Rogan could get his color commentary so, so wrong. 😆

Poirier reached a state of Nirvana. And, got the W. He's living life best. Congratulations , Diamond 💎

You can’t be depressed and grateful at the same time. I don’t know who said it but that’s one of the best sayings that’s stuck with me happy Dustin is doing better

Man that end bit on therapy and opening up: "lifes deep man and fighting is something i do" got me crying here. So powerful to hear a certified tough guy share this deeply. Dustin is a great mentor to boys and men. For me it was acting. Acting was my life. If i did well i felt amazing if I was out of work or didnt get the applause i was in deep shame and darkness. The reliance on one thing to provide me with self worth was not healthy. And yet the darkness also led me to the light, the gratitude and new perspective i sense Dustin now has. Love to you brother! Favourite fighter by far 🎉

Ariel interviews post fights are therapeutic to both fighters and fans. Especially after a loss, therapy 101. Amazing conversations

his ufc 299 performance is why i never ever count Dustin Poirier out of a fight. Dude has grit, heart, and toughness along with great standup, good ground game, and veteran experience. Dude is still a top tier fighter.

Gaethje vs 💎 3

We all need a jump the Gilly shirt😂

Legend. Cheers from France.Thanks for opening up and your kind words to BSD.

Mental war is real. It really is. We can’t give up. Never. Great interview today. Inspiring.

bro when i thought i couldn’t like you any more than i already you, you drop the most pound for pound wisdom i’ve watched in a very long time.

Really appriciate the honesty i see from Dustin in every interview. Thank you from all mma fans

I feel like for the first time in a long time Dustin is looking back and reflecting on his life and the things he’s been through and realizing he can see the end of the tunnel is near yet is savoring every step of the way.. 😮

The fact he was damn near +200 was crazy to me. Nothing against BSD and he was younger but never battle tested and wild. Absolutely made for that ending to happen.

The legend💎

Great interview Ariel. I like the questions and how you just kind of let Dustin talk and you just help bring the conversation wherever its going.

BEST interview of a fighter I’ve ever seen. Dustin is always open with the emotions of being a fighter. I’m an amateur fighter and truly appreciate this. I’m hard on myself as well when I had my loss. This is just nice bro. I would like to shake your hand Dustin. You’re a good man!

This was freaking amazing! What a guy, what an interview!

The level of honesty is so helpful! Thank You Dustin 💎

Love this. One of my favorite interviews you've done Ariel. Great stuff. Thank you to both of you.

I was waiting for this interview. Thanks.

This Dustin was different. From the walkout to the fight, he felt different. There was a fire in his eyes. He was not going to lose that fight

dustin is in a great mood here

Great interview ! And great to have Dustin Poirier so open about his life/emotions/doubts….a must see !!!

For a man who’s had so many fights against some of the worlds best fighters Dustin is ridiculously good looking

Damn thanks for sharing your story in such a transparent and truthful way DP

Indeed Mr. Bounce back. Faced big defeats in Khabib, Olivera, Gaethje. But the Diamond always cuts through tough times! When the pressure is on, 💎 doesn't break

Amazing man that makes me cheer when he fights and be touched by his life perspectives. Thanks for showing your grit and vulnerabilities Dustin, there’s a true power in that.

Great interview and great job DP with that awesome win

Thanks Ariel this is the best most real interview!

What a interview! Wow

Great interview. Thank you. DP is a not 'just a man'...What an incredible human!

We love you DP!!!!! As someone who has been in that darkness, thank you for being real about your mental struggles.

Dustin's a legend

As if it was possible for Dustin to be even more likeable and inspiring, this guy is a true role model, thank you for speaking about mental health, it takes a lot of courage to open up and admit these things.

Always like Dustin’s interviews he keeps it real, I know through some of my own stuff going through combat, after you make it through something you realize how life is but also you realize crap I was in a darker spot than I thought, life’s a journey for sure.

The man 💪🏽 amazing interview. Incredible to see this level of vulnerability and realness in a public forum.

The 🐍 and The 💎

Idc what anyone says or thinks about dustin never being the undisputed champ Dustin is and always will be a Goat in my books dudes never lost 2 in a row and has gave us so many bangers and so many wars.

Hearing dp talking about going through all this is such a real feeling so relatable man I love to watch this man go to helll and back !! Know people are here to fight them demons with you man !!!

Dustin still the Man .

Poirier might have the greatest CV in combat sports history.

Thank you so much for this Dustin and Ariel

How awesome of an interview! I played college baseball and got to compete against a couple thousand and that was a rush but never was I more nervous than a regular game. I put all my money on dustin and omalley no questions asked. Thank you fellas for the hard work. Its unimaginable to most.

Rogans commentating was ridiculous I was shaking my head the entire time . I’m like dustin is composed picking his shots initiating the jump guillotine lol. Diamond wasn’t breathing heavy when the fight ended at all! This dude is built for 5 round fights ! Benoit was the one not pacing himself exerting all that energy which is exactly why he got knocked out ! If poirier was as exhausted as Rogan claimed he was then he’d been the one laid out on the canvas . Diamonds a precision striker every strike hurt Benoit . Rogan sounding like he should retire . Congrats Diamond huge victory 👏 💎

Top 5 for me. Just love his style and he is a great person.

This is such an amazing and inspirational interview.

Best interview of any fighter in quite some time! Congratulations DP living legend!

The best fight in ufc is poirier vs gaethje 3

*DP* stop this youngster like a nothing ! 💎

I really enjoyed this interview!

This was a good interview. Everyone dealing with some mental issue should always seek help or just talk about it. Hope all goes well for Dustin. No shame in seeking help when you need it.

If Dustin loses to Islam for the belt i would love to see Dustin Vs Colby to see who is the best 0-3 in Title fights 😂

Where yall dustin needs to retire people after one loss at now huh?!

This dude is legit. Thanks for sharing all of that with us. It’s good to know we’re not the only people like this out there. Sick Win Congrats 💎

Great to hear him say that fighting is just something he does and doesn’t define him. His mindset and generosity is what made me a fan, and seeing the fights is just a bonus.

Thanks for that Dustin,uplifting in a time of my own darkness, thanks brother

Best human being in MMA with the biggest heart - I'm so proud of him and have been all along. Congrats Dustin, you will be champ !!!

people being real and honest is a beautiful thing... great video

My 2nd favourite fighter behind gsp. I’ll never forget what he said in his post win in Calgary. That gave me chills and stuck with me forever.

What an amazing session! The Diamond showing us a glimpse that he is human! The vulnerability he puts himself in! Appreciate this man!!! Get the belt Diamond!!!!!

This was one of the best interviews I've ever watched, if not the best. Props to Ariel, great questions and genuine concern, with further probing done the RIGHT way Dustin was raw in his honest responses. Dustins mindset is inspiring and refreshing to hear. I hated to hear the darkness he's been going through, I know how unbearable it is. But listening to him and how he's now looking at life has inspired me to start regaining that perspective within my own. Thank you for the reminder 💎

You always ask the right questions legend!

DP is a legit good human being!!! Great interview, great fight, and great legend of the sport!!!!

This man woofin when winning but loses cry’😢keep that same energy bro

What a fantastic interview.. The best athlete interview I have seen. Dustin has always been my favorite #1 UFC fighter, Matt Brown, Robbie Lawler, and Carlos Condit right behind, but nobody tops the Diamond in my book. And what a class act! What a great human being!

Dustin is the man! I was so happy for him on this win. Man it’s great to see that smile after his win

DP is next level - this guy is so down to earth man - such a great point made saying "everyone sees us as tough guys" but we are normal people too! HUGE RESPECT for the DIAMOND!

This interview really helped me..

Great out and perspective. Can relate

Love this guy. I pray you value all that you are outside of fighting more than this fight game. God bless you brother. Grateful for the bounce back king.

Been such a massive fan of Dustin for few years now. The dude is so real. With fighting, respect of the sport, fighting the up in coming guys because he understands the sport, speaking about his feelings. Massive love and respect for this man and wish him nothing but the best for the rest of his career.

Dustin is so genuine. He is in my top 5 maybe even top 3 fighters of all time. He has the DAWG in him, and such a humble dude. Humanitarian and does such good things for others and redirects the shine to others even in his biggest moments. I can say honestly say I love you Dustin as a person and a fighter.