After beating Dan Hooker in a five round classic, former UFC interim lightweight champion Dustin Poirier discusses his grueling fighting style, his post-fight interaction with Hooker at the hospital, how his 2014 loss to Conor McGregor changed him, why he feels he’s the last of a “dying breed,” and much more. Then, UFC strawweight Rose Namajunas on her UFC 251 preparation, if she misses holding the belt, COVID-19’s impact on her family, and her spirituality (31:01). Plus, an update on when other MMA promotions might see a return to action (59:34).
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