Conor McGregor vs Dustin Poirier
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Conor McGregor
"Notorious"
22-6-0
Dustin Poirier
"The Diamond"
30-10-0Physical Comparison
Dustin Poirier has the height edge at 175cm vs 174cm for Conor McGregor — a 1cm difference that gives Poirier the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Conor McGregor brings a record of 22-6-0 across 28 professional bouts (79% win rate).Dustin Poirier enters with 30-10-0 from 40 fights (75% win rate).
Dustin Poirier has the experience edge with 40 bouts compared to 28 — that's 12 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
In terms of finishing power, Conor McGregor is the more prolific finisher with a 86% stoppage rate compared to 50% for Dustin Poirier. McGregor has shown the ability to end fights decisively.
Age & Career Stage
Both fighters are 37 years old — this is a matchup between contemporaries at the same point in their careers.
Key Factors
McGregor's Path to Victory
- • Target early stoppage with heavy hands (86% KO rate)
- • Trust the higher win rate (79% vs 75%)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Poirier's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Look for the stoppage (50% KO rate)
- • Greater professional experience (40 bouts)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Conor McGregor vs Dustin Poirier — FAQ
- What are Conor McGregor's and Dustin Poirier's records?
- Conor McGregor is 22-6-0 (19 KOs). Dustin Poirier is 30-10-0 (15 KOs).
- Who is taller — Conor McGregor or Dustin Poirier?
- Dustin Poirier is taller at 175cm vs 174cm — a 1cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Conor McGregor has the higher KO rate at 86% compared to Dustin Poirier's 50%.