Does Dustin Poirier retire if he loses to Islam Makhachev?

[Takes Two To Tango]

From interviews I've heard from him, he seems like he's going all in this one. And no turning back.

I wouldn't be surprised if he retires if he loses, although I know he can still make a lot of money fighting big names in rematches.

But I think Poirier is more about accolades and championship belts than lucrative money making fights.

Good luck to him against Islam. I hope he wins.

 

[Tweak896]

I think Dustin retires when they run out of big fights for him. BSD is probably the last no name fight he'll take.

 

[Davidjacksonjones]

I think if Dustin Poirier doesn't retire, he will most likely continue fighting

 

[Chael_Sonnen]

Conor 4 might happen, just for the money.

But if that falls through, then yeah, I reckon he retires after Islam.

 

[Question]

Maybe, I think it depends how he loses
I could see him announcing his retirement in the moment but going back on it a few weeks later to plan a proper last bout

I'd say most likely he would have a trilogy fight with Gaethje, win or lose he's done after that

 

[Willie]

He will pretend retirement then will come back when UFC gives him the big bucks money fights.

 

[dipstickjimmy]

He might retire if he wins. He has used the "R" word a few times now.
I could see him coming back to do another fight with Conor in BKFC if they managed to become free agents and there was a metric fuck ton of money offered.

 

[Sonny Qc]

Probably not, it's not like the guy is shot.
Still making good money.

 

[BJJ4Tone]

From interviews I've heard from him, he seems like he's going all in this one. And no turning back.

I wouldn't be surprised if he retires if he loses, although I know he can still make a lot of money fighting big names in rematches.

But I think Poirier is more about accolades and championship belts than lucrative money making fights.

Good luck to him against Islam. I hope he wins.

Given the trajectory of his career, I actually think he should retire, win OR lose...
If he loses, he'd likely never get another title shot, as he'd be 0-3. And if he wins, it would be the perfect, most dramatic cap to an incredibly exciting career. Movie-worthy story.
Not to mention the guy has taken a TON of damage, given all the brutal and exciting fights he's been in.

Islam is, admittedly, my favourite current fighter, but I have nothing but love and respect for Dustin. He truly is what makes this sport so great. Great fighter and great guy.

 

[BJJ4Tone]

He will pretend retirement then will come back when UFC gives him the big bucks money fights.

Ugh... Yeah... Lotta that going around, unfortunately...
In boxing too.

 

[TheMadHatter]

I dont think he retires. He has other fights even at 170 if he wanted to stay around and get big paydays. I dont think he can retire on the hot sauce money.

 

[theufcbaddy]

After I dispose Bobby in the first round, me and Dustin for his retirement fight. Would be an honor.

 

[HI SCOTT NEWMAN]

I think if Dustin Poirier doesn't retire, he will most likely continue fighting

I want to see Poirier vs Gaethje 3.. the rubber match. 1-1 so far, and both finished each other by strikes, we need a 3rd and final match to settle it.

Both of their fights were great and entertaining, would love to see the rubber match!

 

[World eater]

I think he retires after the loss.
However, being retired lately just means returning after a year of inactivity.

 

[Davidjacksonjones]

I want to see Poirier vs Gaethje 3.. the rubber match. 1-1 so far, and both finished each other by strikes, we need a 3rd and final match to settle it.

Both of their fights were great and entertaining, would love to see the rubber match!

Agreed that is a great fight. Just bleed warriors banging it out, what more can you ask for.

 

[RemyR]

I think so. He's talked about retirement in the past.

 

[Leinster Rugby]

After I dispose Bobby in the first round, me and Dustin for his retirement fight. Would be an honor.

if thats really you then good call and hespect

 

[dildos]

If he wins think he will defend again.

 

[Luthien]

Dolla dolla YA - Mrs @Poirierfan aint cheap

 

[Conan the K-9]

He should ride to the sunset anyway but especially if he wins. Claim to be the best in the game and say absolutely no to rematches.