'Shocked' Dustin Poirier Fires Back At Joe Rogan's Commentary During UFC 299
Highlights
- Poirier's knockout of Saint-Denis secures Fight of the Night and surprises fans with the underdog victory.
- Poirier pushes back against Rogan's claims of fatigue, confidently asserting his exceptional endurance in the Octagon.
- Despite expectations of a longer battle, Poirier's perfectly timed right hook seals the deal for a quick victory at UFC 299.
Following his impressive victory over Benoit Saint-Denis at UFC 299, Dustin Poirier found himself at odds with renowned UFC commentator Joe Rogan’s analysis provided during the bout.
Poirier, who bounced back from his previous defeat to Justin Gaethje with a spectacular second-round knockout in Florida, secured the Fight of the Night honors, which added $50,000 to his purse. Saint-Denis, touted as the favorite due to his unstoppable momentum in the UFC, faced a formidable challenge from Poirier in the co-main event.
The bout showcased high-octane action, with Poirier showcasing his defensive skills against Saint-Denis's relentless aggression, including thwarting several guillotine choke attempts. However, it was Poirier's decisive right hook in the second round that ultimately sent Saint-Denis crashing to the canvas, securing Poirier's victory.
Poirier, who is a UFC legend, notably for his consecutive wins over Conor McGregor, Eddie Alvarez, Michael Chandler, and Max Holloway, found himself at odds with Joe Rogan's commentary during the fight.
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‘The Diamond’ Is Shocked Joe Rogan Would Question His Gas Tank
Dustin Poirier has responded to Joe Rogan's criticism regarding his endurance during the bout against Benoit Saint-Denis at UFC 299, vehemently refuting claims of fatigue made by the legendary UFC commentator.
Rogan, known for his insightful analysis, raised concerns about Poirier's stamina during the fight, despite the Louisiana native securing a comfortable victory at 35 years old. However, Poirier has pushed back against Rogan's assessment, asserting his exceptional cardio capabilities and disputing claims of exhaustion.
In an interview on The MMA Hour, Poirier addressed Rogan's comments, expressing disbelief at the assertion that he appeared tired during the bout. Poirier recounted re-watching the fight with his wife upon returning to Louisiana, where Rogan's remarks regarding his endurance caught his attention.
"Bro, I do not get tired," Poirier emphasized, underlining his confidence in his conditioning. "I have some of the best cardio in this fight s*** that we do. Like, I can go 25 minutes, hard, cracking the whole time."
Despite expectations of a lengthier battle, Poirier revealed his surprise at finishing Saint-Denis in the second round, attributing the victory to a perfectly timed right hook that caught his opponent off guard. Poirier had anticipated a gradual breakdown of his opponent's defenses in later rounds but capitalized on the opportunity presented in the second round.
Reflecting on the fight, Poirier highlighted his strategy of wearing down Saint-Denis over time but seized the moment when presented with an opening in the midst of an exchange.
