Former interim lightweight champion, Dustin Poirier, has got himself a new role as a desk analyst at UFC 287, which is scheduled for April 8th at the Miami-Dade Arena in Miami, FL. The event features a stacked lineup of fights in which the main event will be a middleweight title fight between Alex Pereira and Israel Adesanya. Poirier will be joined by Michael Eaves and UFC veteran Din Thomas on the post-fight show.
Poirier’s Background as a Fighter and Media Savvy
Dustin Poirier is an accomplished UFC fighter with a record of 29-7-1, having fought some of the best fighters in featherweight and lightweight divisions. Over the years, he has become one of the most respected voices in the MMA community due to his media-savvy approach toward public interactions.
Poirier is well aware that good communication skills can enhance fighters’ brand and finances. His extensive experience in public speaking has made him comfortable with the microphone and helped him develop his media-friendly persona.
Role as Desk Analyst at UFC 287
At UFC 287, Poirier will not fight but will make his broadcasting debut as a desk analyst alongside Eaves and Thomas on the post-fight show. The rest of the crew will be the usual faces, including Jon Anik, Megan Olivi, and Bruce Buffer.
Although it’s unclear what Poirier’s role as a desk analyst will entail, fans are excited to witness his insights on fights due to his background as an accomplished UFC fighter.
Mixed Reactions from Fans
Mixed reactions greeted Poirier’s new role as desk analyst at UFC 287. Some fans congratulated him for expanding his career outside fighting, while others expressed their disappointment that he wouldn’t fight at the event.
Poirier’s decision sparked humorous comments on social media regarding his new role, with some fans joking that Poirier would not have any problem being an analyst as he already talked in-depth about the sport during his post-fight interviews.
Potential Earnings
Dustin Poirier has made more than $10 million in his fighting career so far, according to MMA Salaries. Comparatively, well-known commentators like Joe Rogan and Michael Bisping are said to make up to $75,000 per event, while Paul Felder earns a reported $48,000.
While there is no information on how much money Poirier will get in his role as a desk analyst at UFC 287, it is clear that his presence as a panel member could attract more viewership and make him a valuable asset to the UFC.
Conclusion
Being a commentator, announcer or desk analyst for the UFC can be a thankless job filled with tough hours and non-stop talking. As Dustin Poirier transitions into his new role as a desk analyst at UFC 287, we look forward to seeing how he takes on this new challenge and contributes to the promotion’s coverage of the sport. Regardless of whether he fights or talks about fighting, there is little doubt that Dustin Poirier will continue to be one of the most respected voices in the MMA community.
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