Dustin Poirier Arrested, Issues Statement After Incident

Dustin Poirier was arrested on Sunday for allegedly being drunk in an airport. The former UFC star has since told fans he is "working on himself".

What happened?

Dustin Poirier was arrested with fellow former MMA star Ben Askren posting a video showing Poirier play-wrestling with another man at an airport bar. The incident occurred just a year after Poirier announced his retirement from the UFC.

Why it matters for Dustin Poirier

Poirier has previously admitted to struggling to come to terms with the end of his career, stating "retiring is scary" in an interview with Joe Rogan. He also mentioned that he has a lot of time on his hands now and is trying to find out who he is without fighting.

What comes next?

Poirier took to social media to issue a statement, saying "Love you all, I'm working on myself". This statement comes after Poirier had previously stated that he misses fighting every day. The 37-year-old has had a long career in the UFC, fighting 32 times and holding the interim lightweight champion title before losing to Khabib Nurmagomedov. Poirier's retirement has been a difficult transition, with him stating that "a part of me has died" after dedicating his life to fighting for two decades. And now, Poirier is trying to find a new sense of purpose. But it's clear that he is still struggling to come to terms with his new life outside of the UFC. So, what's next for Dustin Poirier? Only time will tell, but for now, he is focused on working on himself. Poirier's statement is a positive step, showing that he is acknowledging his struggles and is taking steps to address them. The former UFC star has a long road ahead of him, but with his dedication and perseverance, he can overcome his current challenges.