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forbes.comFormer UFC lightweight contender Dustin Poirier said his father's history with alcoholism and his own adjustment to retirement contributed to the drinking incident behind his arrest last month. The 36-year-old retired after a loss to Islam Makhachev at UFC 302 in June 2025.
Yardbarker.com reported that Dustin Poirier is having difficulty transitioning after retiring from UFC competition last year. The 37-year-old has remained active with business ventures, analyst work and coaching but the adjustment has proved challenging.
Dustin Poirier stated he would return from retirement for another fight against Conor McGregor if the UFC offered it. McGregor is scheduled to face Max Holloway at UFC 329 on July 11.