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Dustin Poirier Rejects Truce After Conor McGregor’s Congratulatory Message

Poirier points to lingering resentment from McGregor’s personal attacks before their 2021 trilogy bout.

Overview

  • McGregor wrote "Congrats bro" on Poirier’s Instagram post celebrating the birth of his son.
  • Asked by Ariel Helwani if the feud was over, Poirier replied, "F—k no, man. F—k Conor."
  • The animosity intensified in 2021 when McGregor’s trash talk included remarks about Poirier’s wife ahead of their third fight.
  • Poirier has retired after a loss to Max Holloway, while McGregor has not fought since breaking his leg in their trilogy bout and has floated crossover options and a possible White House card.
  • Michael Chandler weighed in on social media, urging Poirier to bury the hatchet and move on.