Poirier vows to work on himself after arrest
Dustin Poirier has told fans he is focused on self-improvement following his arrest. The lightweight shared a brief statement on social media addressing the incident.
“Love you all. I'm working on myself.”
— Dustin Poirier, via ESPN
What Dustin Poirier said
The former interim UFC lightweight champion posted the message after reports emerged of his arrest in Louisiana. Poirier retired from mixed martial arts in May 2024 after a career that spanned more than fifteen years at 155 lb. He has not disclosed details of the circumstances leading to his arrest.
What it moves
Poirier's statement offers no timeline for a return to public life or commentary on the arrest itself. The UFC has not commented. Fans responded with messages of support beneath his post, urging the Louisiana native to take the time he needs.
Source: espn.com. Full Dustin Poirier fight history and recent news at boxingnews.com.
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