Nick Diaz News
Dana White is “not very” confident that UFC fans will see Nick Diaz fight in 2024
Susan Cox - August 1, 2024
Dana White is sharing that he is ‘not very’ confident that UFC fans will see Nick Diaz fight in 2024. In the co-main event at UFC Abut Dhabi which takes place this coming Saturday, August 3rd it was to have been Nick Diaz (26-10 MMA) vs. Vicente Luque (22-10 MMA) in a welterweight bout.
Nick Diaz vs. Vicente Luque removed from UFC Abu Dhabi
Chris Taylor - July 20, 2024
A highly anticipated welterweight bout between Nick Diaz and Vicente Luque has been removed from next month’s UFC Abu Dhabi event. Diaz (26-10 MMA) and Luque (22-10 MMA) were slated to collide on August 3rd at the Etihad Arena. However, during tonight’s UFC Vegas 94 broadcast it was announced that the bout is now postponed due to “travel issues”.
Jake Shields reveals Nick Diaz had no training before Robbie Lawler rematch: "That fight shouldn't have happened"
Josh Evanoff - July 18, 2024
According to Jake Shields, UFC welterweight Nick Diaz had no training before his 2021 return. The longtime fan-favorite is currently set to return to the cage next month in Abu Dhabi. Back for the first time since a third-round stoppage loss to Robbie Lawler in September 2021, Nick Diaz will face Vicente Luque. ‘The Silent Assassin’ enters the contest having lost three of his last four fights, last getting stopped by Joaquin Buckley in March.
NDA Athletic Recovery Coach Jose Garcia claims Cesar Gracie is attempting to sabotage Nick Diaz's training camp for UFC Abu Dhabi
Jeffrey Walter - July 11, 2024
NDA Athletic Recovery Coach Jose Garcia claims Cesar Gracie is attempting to sabotage Nick Diaz’s training camp for UFC Abu Dhabi. It was in a recent interview with Submission Radio, that Nick’s former coach weighed in on Diaz’s slated return against Vicente Luque at UFC Abu Dhabi on August 3rd.
Nate Diaz discusses brother Nick’s upcoming return at UFC Abu Dhabi: “Luque’s a fighter, he’ll come to fight”
Susan Cox - July 3, 2024
Nate Diaz recently discussed his brother Nick’s upcoming return at UFC Abu Dhabi. UFC Abu Dhabi will take place on Saturday, August 3rd at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
Colby Covington claims Nick Diaz 'dodged' a fight against him: "He was scared to fight me"
Josh Evanoff - July 2, 2024
UFC welterweight contender Colby Covington claims Nick Diaz turned down a fight against him. Last month, fans learned that the former Strikeforce and WEC champion would be returning to the cage. Next month in Abu Dhabi, Nick Diaz will face longtime welterweight contender Vicente Luque. However, the 40-year-old reportedly didn’t want to fight ‘The Silent Assassin’ at first. Instead, Diaz had a list of other opponents he wanted.
Vicente Luque reacts after being booked to fight Nick Diaz at UFC Abu Dhabi: “Nick can take a lot of damage”
Susan Cox - June 6, 2024
Vicente Luque is reacting after being booked to fight Nick Diaz at UFC Abu Dhabi. Luque (22-10 MMA) will meet Diaz (26-10 MMA) in a welterweight bout on Saturday, August 3rd at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
Daniel Cormier agrees with fans who wanted Nick Diaz vs. Tony Ferguson at UFC Abu Dhabi: "That makes more sense to me"
Fernando Quiles - May 30, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier agrees with fans who feel Nick Diaz should’ve been matched up with Tony Ferguson at UFC Abu Dhabi. Dana White dropped a bombshell when he announced the return of the Stockton native for a stacked Fight Night card on August 5th. Diaz will have his first fight since September 2021 when he goes one-on-one with Vicente Luque. Ferguson will also be on that card in a showdown with Michael Chiesa. Many fans have shared their belief that Diaz vs. Ferguson should’ve been the fight to make instead.
REPORT | Nick Diaz pushed for UFC 300 fight against Colby Covington before booking Abu Dhabi return
Josh Evanoff - May 29, 2024
Nick Diaz wanted many different opponents before settling on a fight with Vicente Luque at UFC Abu Dhabi. Earlier today, Dana White announced that the former Strikeforce champion would be returning in August. For Nick Diaz, the fight will mark his first since a third-round stoppage loss to Robbie Lawler at UFC 266 in September 2021. That bout ended a nearly seven-year hiatus from the sport for the former titleholder.
Nick Diaz returns, UFC Abu Dhabi main card revealed featuring Tony Ferguson vs. Michael Chiesa
Fernando Quiles - May 29, 2024
Nick Diaz is back and he will be a part of a stacked UFC Abu Dhabi card. UFC CEO Dana White had his matchmakers cooking up a card for UFC Abu Dhabi, and they have delivered in terms of name recognition. The UFC boss has announced that Stockton’s own Nick Diaz is back and will be taking on Vicente Luque in a bout scheduled for five rounds on August 5th. Diaz hasn’t been seen inside the Octagon since his rematch with fellow MMA legend “Ruthless” Robbie Lawler back in September 2021.
'Big' John McCarthy shares hilarious story of officiating one of Nick Diaz's early UFC fights: "Hey B****! C'mon B****!"
Curtis Calhoun - May 13, 2024
Longtime MMA referee ‘Big’ John McCarthy’s attempts to get a young Nick Diaz to tone it down proved futile at UFC 51. Diaz is one of the most beloved fighters in UFC history after a long, successful run inside the Octagon. The Stockton standout defeated the likes of BJ Penn, Paul Daley, and Frank Shamrock during his promotional tenure.
Nick Diaz hints at combat sport return: “Somebody is going to pay very soon”
Susan Cox - March 25, 2024
Former UFC welterweight title challenger Nick Diaz is hinting at a combat sports return. Diaz (26-10 MMA) has not fought since September of 2021 when he went up against Robbie Lawler (30-16 MMA) at UFC 266. The result was a TKO loss for Diaz.
Michael Bisping wants to see Nick and Nate Diaz inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame: “How could we forget about those people?”
Fernando Quiles - October 1, 2023
Michael Bisping believes the Diaz brothers deserve to join him in the UFC Hall of Fame. There is no doubting the impact that Nick Diaz and Nate Diaz have had in the world of MMA. Their authenticity endeared them to fight fans around the world. It also helped that the Diaz brothers have been known for their exciting fighting styles. It’s led Bisping to share his belief that both Nick and Nate are worthy of the UFC Hall of Fame.
Photos | Nick Diaz appears to be in phenomenal shape amidst comeback rumors
Susan Cox - August 31, 2023
Former Strikeforce welterweight champion Nick Diaz appears to be in phenomenal shape amidst rumors of a possible UFC comeback. The 4o-year-old Diaz, older brother of Nate Diaz, has taken to Instagram posting new pictures of himself in seemingly peak physical condition.
Nick Diaz not opposed to having boxing match: "I'd like to entertain something in the near future"
Fernando Quiles - August 6, 2023
Nick Diaz may dabble in the “sweet science.” Diaz was in attendance at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas on August 5. Nick was there to support his brother, Nate Diaz, during his boxing match against Jake Paul. Nate lost the fight via unanimous decision, but a rematch in MMA is on the table.
Betr media member apologizes to Nate Diaz for press conference question, still takes aim at Nick Diaz: "The contract's been sent"
Cole Shelton - May 10, 2023
Derrick from Betr media – the company Jake Paul owns – has apologized for his question at yesterday’s press conference. On Tuesday, Jake Paul and Nate Diaz held a press conference to promote their upcoming boxing match on August 5. During the press conference, Derrick told Diaz he sucks and that he wanted to box his brother Nick – which caused quite the backlash on social media.
Nick Diaz admits he was "backed into" return fight against Robbie Lawler: "I didn't go in there to win"
Josh Evanoff - April 3, 2023
Over a year and a half on from his return, Nick Diaz has discussed all the controversy behind it. In September 2021, the former Strikeforce champion made his return to the cage against Robbie Lawler. The bout was a rematch of their prior encounter at UFC 47 in 2004. In that outing, Diaz won by first-round knockout.
Nick Diaz reveals he’s asked to fight “as soon as possible”, hints at two potential opponents for UFC return
Harry Kettle - March 8, 2023
UFC veteran Nick Diaz has revealed that he wants to make his return to the promotion at some point later this year. For many years now, Nick Diaz has been viewed as a real fan favourite in mixed martial arts. He may not always end up in the win column, in fact, he hasn’t won since October 2011. Still, he has the kind of personality that will always leave him looking good in the eyes of his supporters.