Strickland Walks Back Poirier Critique After Conversation
TL;DR
Sean Strickland apologized for criticizing Dustin Poirier’s arrest comments and for calling him a 'selfish piece of shit' after a conversation with Poirier, saying Poirier is genuinely troubled by his actions and that he regrets the remarks; he even hopes Poirier doesn’t lose his Bud Light sponsorship. Poirier, who retired in 2025 following a loss to Max Holloway, has publicly addressed the incident and his mental health.
- Sean Strickland apologizes to Dustin Poirier for denouncing post-arrest comments: ‘I guess not everyone is a POS like me’ MMA Fighting
- Ex-UFC star Dustin Poirier says personal struggles led to arrest ESPN
- Dustin Poirier opens up about drunken arrest, battling depression since UFC retirement: 'It hits me hard' Yahoo Sports
- UFC’s Poirier opens up on arrest, decision to quit drinking KLFY.com
- Sean Strickland disregards Dustin Poirier's depression: 'Shut the f*ck up' MMA Junkie
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