Nate Diaz News
Michael Bisping doesn’t like Nate Diaz’s chances in potential boxing match with Jake Paul: “Size matters”
Harry Kettle - November 2, 2022
Michael Bisping has explained why he doesn’t fancy Nate Diaz’s chances in a possible boxing match with Jake Paul. Ever since beating Tony Ferguson earlier this year, Nate Diaz has been a free agent. The Stockton king left the UFC following the final fight on his contract, riding off into the sunset in style with a submission win over ‘El Cucuy’.
Jake Paul believes clash with Nate Diaz would be far easier than Anderson Silva: "He's just a street fighter, boxing is a purest sport"
Josh Evanoff - October 31, 2022
Jake Paul’s victory over Anderson Silva could net him a boxing match with Nate Diaz, but he’s not worried. ‘The Problem Child’ returned to the ring on Showtime pay-per-view last Saturday. In another battle of Paul vs. MMA, the YouTuber prevailed. While Anderson Silva battled well, a late flash knockdown resulted in the legend losing on the scorecards.
Jake Paul opens as big favorite for potential boxing match with Nate Diaz
Fernando Quiles - October 30, 2022
Early betting odds for a potential showdown between Jake Paul and Nate Diaz have already surfaced. BetOnline has posted those odds and Paul (-260) is a sizable betting favorite over Diaz (+200), but keep in mind a bout between the two hasn’t been made official. In fact, Diaz isn’t officially a free agent yet.
Jake Paul calls out Nate Diaz and Canelo Alvarez following decision victory over Anderson Silva (Video)
Fernando Quiles - October 30, 2022
Jake Paul is taking aim at two major names in the world of combat sports. Paul improved his pro boxing record to 6-0 with his unanimous decision victory over MMA legend Anderson Silva. Paul scored a knockdown in the final round to further solidify his status as the rightful winner.
Nate Diaz sends a message to “rookies” Charles Oliveira, Kevin Holland and Dustin Poirier: “This is what happens when you guys fight me”
Josh Evanoff - October 25, 2022
Former UFC welterweight star Nate Diaz has taken aim at some big names. The Stockton slugger returned to action at UFC 279 last month in Las Vegas. For that outing, Diaz was originally slated to face Khamzat Chimaev. However, after ‘Borz’ badly missed weight, the card received a massive shift, including Tony Ferguson being bumped to the headliner.
Jorge Masvidal trashes former opponent and "borderline vegetable" Nate Diaz: "He shouldn't be in the big leagues"
Chris Taylor - October 15, 2022
Jorge Masvidal had some harsh words for his former UFC foe Nate Diaz during a recent interview with MMAFighting. Masvidal (35-16 MMA) and Diaz (22-13 MMA) of course previously met in the main event of UFC 244 in 2019, with the promotions one-off BMF title up for grabs. The result was a third round TKO victory for ‘Gamebred’, this after the cage-side doctor stopped the contest due to lacerations on the face of the Stockton native.
Rizin keen to book Nate Diaz vs Floyd Mayweather
Andrew Whitelaw - October 10, 2022
Rizin are interested in booking a boxing super fight between Nate Diaz and Floyd Mayweather. The Stockton legend is now a free agent having fought out his UFC contract with a submission win over Tony Ferguson at UFC 279. In his post fight interview, the 37-year-old said,
Nate Diaz teases crossover with WWE after meeting with Triple H: "We'll see what's bout to happen next"
Josh Evanoff - October 10, 2022
Former UFC welterweight star Nate Diaz could be trading out the octagon for the squared circle. The Stockton native is fresh off his headlining role at UFC 279 last month. Diaz was originally slated to face Khamzat Chimaev in the main event. However, after ‘Borz’ badly missed weight, Tony Ferguson was elevated to the five-round affair.
Conor McGregor dubs Nate Diaz as the toughest opponent he’s ever faced
Harry Kettle - October 5, 2022
Conor McGregor has named arguably his most notable rival, Nate Diaz, as the toughest opponent he’s ever faced. A lot of fans are currently wondering if, and when, Conor McGregor will return to the Octagon for the first time since falling to Dustin Poirier last summer. He seems to have recovered from his broken leg fairly well and appears to be training as hard as he has been in a long time.
Professional boxer Adrien Broner calls out Nate Diaz: "I will give yo ass everything you looking for"
Chris Taylor - October 1, 2022
Professional boxer Adrien Broner, who has held multiple world championships in four weight classes, has called out Nate Diaz. Broner (34-4-1 Boxing) last competed in February of 2021, earning a unanimous decision win over Jovanie Santiago. That victory had snapped a three-fight winless skid for ‘The Problem’, as Adrien had previously suffered losses to Manny Pacquiao and Mikey Garcia, this while fighting to a draw with Jessie Vargas.
Dustin Poirier reveals how close he came to fighting Nate Diaz at UFC 279: "Everything was good to go"
Josh Evanoff - September 30, 2022
UFC lightweight contender Dustin Poirier was very close to fighting Nate Diaz earlier this month. The Stockton native headlined UFC 279 earlier this month on pay-per-view. However, Diaz didn’t get the opponent he originally signed up for. The fan-favorite was first set to face Khamzat Chimaev in the main event.
A.J. McKee would love the opportunity to fight Nate Diaz in Bellator: “He can get a Long Beach slap”
Harry Kettle - September 30, 2022
AJ McKee has given his thoughts on the idea of possibly meeting free agent Nate Diaz inside the Bellator cage. Ever since his submission win over Tony Ferguson at UFC 279, fans have been wondering what’s next for Nate Diaz. The Stockton king is one of the most exciting fighters in the game and now that he’s done with UFC, at least for the time being, there are plenty of possibilities out there for him to explore – whether it be in mixed martial arts or beyond.
Chris Avila rips "piece of s*it" Khamzat Chimaev for missing weight against Nate Diaz at UFC 279: "That was 2-0 for Nate"
Josh Evanoff - September 28, 2022
Chris Avila has taken aim at UFC welterweight contender Khamzat Chimaev. Earlier this month, ‘Borz’ was set to headline UFC 279 in his first pay-per-view headlining role. Opposite Chimaev was a longtime fan favorite, Nate Diaz. The Stockton slugger was on the last fight of his UFC contract, and the Chechen was given the task of dispatching of him.
Nate Diaz shares footage of Dana White congratulating him after UFC 279 win: "This is always your f*****g house"
Cole Shelton - September 27, 2022
Nate Diaz shared a video of Dana White being in his locker room after his UFC 279 submission win over Tony Ferguson. It was made clear that Diaz was fighting out his UFC contract when he took on Ferguson. Nate ended things on a high note as he got a fourth-round submission victory. After the win, Diaz said he would likely be leaving the UFC, but left the door open for a return down the road.
Scott Coker clarifies previous comments about Bellator being in “dialogue” with Nate Diaz
Fernando Quiles - September 25, 2022
Bellator President Scott Coker has cleared the air on the extent of his “dialogue” with Nate Diaz. Coker recently turned some heads when he told reporters that he was in communication with Diaz. The Stockton native has fought out of his UFC contract and he revealed his plan to fight outside of the promotion for a little while, but he vowed to eventually return.
Nate Diaz sounds off on "fat motherf**ker" Daniel Cormier for his recent comments, 'DC' responds
Chris Taylor - September 24, 2022
Nate Diaz has taken exception to Daniel Cormier suggesting that his nixed fight with Khamzat Chimaev was a gift from God. Diaz (21-13 MMA) and Chimaev (12-0 MMA) were of course slated to headline UFC 279 earlier this month in Las Vegas. However, after ‘Borz’ missed weight by a whopping 7.5lbs, the fight card was ultimately reshuffled in an effort to keep both Nate and Khamzat on the card.
Nate Diaz reacts after Khamzat Chimaev announces move to middleweight
Jeffrey Walter - September 23, 2022
Nate Diaz had some choice words for Khamzat Chimaev after the undefeated fighter announced he would be moving up to middleweight. Diaz (21-13 MMA) and Chimaev (12-0 MMA) were of course slated to headline UFC 279 earlier this month in Las Vegas. However, after ‘Borz’ missed weight by an inexcusable 7.5lbs, the fight card was ultimately reshuffled in an effort to keep both Nate and Khamzat on the card.
Scott Coker confirms Bellator is "in dialogue" with Nate Diaz on a potential deal
Cole Shelton - September 21, 2022
Scott Coker is hoping to bring Nate Diaz to Bellator. Coker used to promote Nick and Nate Diaz in Strikeforce and the two have a good relationship. With Coker now serving as Bellator’s president, he confirmed to the media in Ireland that the promotion is talking with Diaz and his team about a deal. The hope is to have a deal in place that allows Diaz to take boxing fights but his MMA fights would be in Bellator.