Dustin “The Diamond” Poirier is set to compete in his MMA retirement fight against former UFC Featherweight Champion and current BMF titleholder Max Holloway in a trilogy bout at UFC 318 on July 19, 2025.
In the build-up to the highly anticipated showdown, Poirier recently posted video footage of himself after a jog. “The Diamond’s” physique in the footage quickly earned him considerable praise from fight fans.
UFC Star Dustin Poirier’s Shredded Physique Earns Him Praise From Fight Fans
Throughout his career, Poirier has been known for his exceptional work ethic and dedication to training.
Poirier has competed at the highest levels of mixed martial arts for years, earning a reputation for his athletic physique. In a recent Instagram video, “The Diamond” showcased a notably shredded appearance.
Several fans took to the comments section and implied that his ripped physique is proof of how seriously he’s taking his upcoming fight.
Heaping praise on the 36-year-old, one fan wrote, “Bro’s in the best shape I’ve seen, The Diamond comin’ for dat retirement dub.” Another added, “Looking great Dustin, let’s get that dub.”
One observer wrote, “Looking tough!” A commenter referenced Poirier’s nickname with an emoji and exclaimed, “Looking like a 💎 champ!” Another said, “Lean and mean!” A fourth fan chimed in, “Bro!! Looking fantastic!!!”
Others seemed in awe of Poirier’s shredded look. One fan affirmed, “Shredded. Wtf.” Another echoed, “Dude, you’re looking SHREDDED brother.”
A Look at Dustin Poirier’s Recent Form
Poirier holds a professional MMA record of 30 wins, nine losses and one no-contest.
The Louisiana native is a former interim UFC lightweight champion and has challenged for the undisputed UFC lightweight title three times. He lost to Khabib Nurmagomedov in 2019, Charles Oliveira in 2021 and Islam Makhachev in 2024 in those 155-pound championship bouts.
He was submitted in all three title fights.
Poirier also challenged then-BMF champion Justin Gaethje in a 2023 rematch but suffered a knockout loss. Now, “The Diamond” is once again within reach of the BMF title as he prepares to face Holloway—a fighter he submitted in 2012 and defeated by decision in 2019.
Poirier has gone 2-3 in his last five UFC bouts but hopes to cap off his storied career with a title win. While Holloway also boasts the glory of being a perennial fan favorite, it’s safe to say that the crowd will firmly be in Poirier’s corner. In his home state, nothing would make fight fans happier than seeing “The Diamond” end his career with a victory and gold around his waist.