UFC fights are inherently exciting, but it seems like there's an added layer of excitement every time Dustin Poirier steps into the octagon. Poirier has been involved in some of the biggest fights in UFC history over the course of his career, and his 2024 was one to remember.
- Michael Kaskey-Blomain
FanSided Editor
Best fan moment of the year
Poirier fought twice this year, and both battles ended in extremely dramatic fashion. He dropped up-and-coming lightweight challenger Benoît Saint-Denis with a beautiful knockout in March, and his performance in that fight earned him a Lightweight title fight against reigning champion Islam Makhachev in June. Though Poirier came up short in the title fight, ultimately losing by submission in the fifth and final round, he fought admirably and gave the champ all he could handle. Poirier experienced both the highs and lows of the profession in 2024, and his passion for fighting made him a joy to watch throughout the year.
What emotion defined this fandom this year?
Excitement defined fandom for Dustin Poirier in 2024 and his whole career really. Poirier's ability to put on an extremely entertaining performance while going head-to-head with some of the most dangerous fighters in the world is impressive and admirable. His pre-fight walk to the octagon alone is electric and that electricity only intensifies when the cage door is closed behind him. For anyone looking to get into UFC, watching some Dustin Poirier fights and highlights would be a great place to start.