The last time Jorge Masvidal faced Nate Diaz, the “BMF” title was at stake at UFC 244. “The Stockton Slugger” left the octagon bloodied as Masvidal took control, leaving Diaz with an inside cut is difficult caused a third doctor to stop and right eye. Feeling unfinished, Diaz now seeks revenge. However, they will be back in the ring. The two will meet in a 10-round light heavyweight bout on July 6 at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California.
Dates Change Due to Major Events
The fight, originally scheduled for June 1 at the Kia Stage in Inglewood, California, was postponed. The first day coincided with two major events: UFC 302 featuring Islam Makachev vs. Makachev. of Dustin Poirier, and of Queensbury vs. Dustin Poirier. The Matchroom Boxing 5vs5 event was moved by the organizers on the day to avoid a financial disappointment with paid purchases. Fans may be wondering why these UFC veterans haven’t met again in the Octagon. The answer lies in Diaz’s current situation in the UFC.
Nate Diaz’s UFC Contract
Diaz’s UFC contract expired in November 2022. As one of the UFC’s biggest stars, his high-profile fights against Conor McGregor and Jorge Masvidal brought in big bucks Diaz joined the UFC in 2007 for a fifth season a through the reality show “The Ultimate Fighter.” ” He ended his UFC season on a high note, winning over Tony Ferguson at UFC 279
When his contract expired, the UFC had an exclusive negotiating window with Diaz. But nothing concrete came, prompting Diaz’s agents to immediately begin exploring future pitching battles.
As an independent, Diaz is looking for an exciting fight offer outside of the UFC. It is uncertain whether the 39-year-old will return to the UFC. Or he could retire after a few high-paying bouts.
Diaz’s Attempt to Return to the UFC’s Biggest Event
As an independent, Diaz got paid big by knocking out Jake Paul last August. Despite the defeat on the judge’s score sheets, Diaz got free as an independent fighter. But subsequent opportunities were rare and unpleasant.
Diaz expressed interest in fighting at UFC 300. “I wanted to fight [at UFC 300, but I don’t care,” he told Twitch streamer ‘Sneako’. With his UFC contract expiring and no specific flag to fight under, finding fights has become a challenge. Still, Diaz is determined to “find her way.”
Leading to a bout with Masvidal
He was still an expensive free agent, and Diaz eventually got a bout with Masvidal. Despite not being affiliated with the UFC, he is still looking for work. But will Diaz return to Premier MMA?
Dana White on the Diaz Return
UFC president Dana White remained secretive about Diaz’s possible return to the Octagon but praised Diaz’s boxing performance against Jake Paul. “For a kid pushing 40 years to a guy who fights four weight classes bigger than him in boxing and two MMAs and going so far with a kid who’s 20-f*cking-something-years old at his age, so far.” , is the best.” he’s gone,” White said after DWCS 57. the UFC said at the conference.
White praised Diaz’s contributions to the UFC but remained blunt about his return. “This will always be Nate’s home. Nate grew up here. He came up on ‘The Ultimate Fighter.’ He fought some of the biggest fights here.We love the kid I don’t know the future of fights, but we realize this is always his home.” ” White said.
Masvidal Boxing Experience
This grudge match will be Masvidal’s second professional boxing bout. The first came in 2005 when he won a majority decision against Joseph Benjamin. Both fighters have little boxing experience, so this fight is even.
