Dustin Poirier, an accomplished UFC fighter, would like to try his hand at boxing before his career is over, citing his love for combat sports and his initial inspiration from boxing before starting MMA.
Dustin Poirier, an accomplished and popular fighter in the UFC, is considering a transition to boxing before his career is over. Despite his successful 29-fight UFC career, which includes an interim title and multiple awards, Poirier is drawn to the idea of trying his hand at the sweet science. He revealed his interest in boxing in an interview, stating, “The first time I ever put on a pair of gloves they were boxing gloves. I thought I was going to be a boxer.”
In recent years, several MMA legends have made the move to boxing, including Anderson Silva, Nate Diaz, and Poirier’s teammate Jorge Masvidal. Poirier, on the other hand, appears to be motivated by the road not taken, as he was primarily inspired by boxing before he became involved in MMA. He expressed his love for combat sports and discussed how he was inspired by boxing before he started MMA. However, despite his interest in boxing, Poirier is content with his decision to pursue an MMA career, acknowledging that it has worked out well for him.
Poirier maintains that he is still capable of proving himself in the boxing ring, even though he is committed to being an MMA fighter. Despite his interest in boxing, his primary focus remains on his upcoming return to action at UFC 300 next April.
Poirier recently suffered a loss to Justin Gaethje at UFC 291, but he is targeting a return to action at UFC 300 next April.