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Nate Diaz goes off on ‘scared child’ Khamzat Chimaev and breaks down how he would’ve beaten him in cancelled 2022 fight

Khamzat Chimaev received both praise and criticism for his title-winning performance this past weekend. While ‘Borz’ was incredibly dominant in the main event of UFC 319, Paulo Costa claimed that Chimaev’s win could have a negative impact on the sport.

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Nate Diaz Reveals Why He Turned Down Fight Against Khabib Nurmagomedov

When it comes to Nate Diaz, there’s always a method to the madness — even if it doesn’t look that way at first. The Stockton star has never been the type to chase shiny records or undefeated hype trains.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 17

Nate Diaz slams Khamzat Chimaev in scathing two-word reaction to dominant UFC 319 title win

Nate Diaz wasn’t impressed by Khamzat Chimaev’s shutout victory at UFC 319. The UFC legend watched from home as a new middleweight champion was crowned on Saturday night.

MMA News / Empire Sports Media / August 15

UFC 319 Main Event Preview and Prediction: Dricus Du Plessis – Khamzat Chimaev

In the main event of UFC 319 tomorrow night, we are going to see a very highly anticipated middleweight title fight. Middleweight champ Dricus Du Plessis (23-2) will look to defend his title for the third time as he takes on the undefeated superstar Khamzat Chimaev (14-0).

MMA News / HITC / August 3

UFC Hall of Famer casts doubt on Nate Diaz’s chances against Max Holloway

There are plenty of reasons to be cautious about a potential return for Nate Diaz. The former UFC title challenger has been back in the headlines, this time suggesting that Max Holloway is currently holding ‘his’ BMF belt.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 3

UFC Vegas 108 winner joined Nate Diaz and Justin Gaethje by achieving rare feat in brutal war

Esteban Ribovics is in good company after continuing his lucrative run inside the Octagon at UFC Vegas 108. Saturday’s UFC Fight Night at the Apex had a lineup short on star power that was being widely criticized in the lead-up, but it still was not short on action.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 2

Nate Diaz’s UFC return speculation gets a boost from legend who ‘personally’ spoke to him

The rumor mill is swirling over a possible UFC comeback for Nate Diaz, and one ex-fighter has heard positive things from the man himself. Diaz has not competed in the UFC since 2022, when he fought out his contract in a pay-per-view main event against fellow veteran Tony Ferguson.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 2

Nate Diaz’s protégé earns fifth consecutive win as he targets Octagon return following shocking UFC and PFL releases

After he parted ways with the UFC in 2022, there has been a lot of talk about Nate Diaz potentially returning to the promotion. Despite only competing in two boxing matches since he last stepped inside the Octagon, the 40-year-old remains one of the biggest stars in MMA.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 1

‘Not the same BMF’ … UFC commentator questions if Max Holloway is ‘right fight’ for Nate Diaz

There’s room for concern ahead of a potential Nate Diaz return. The former UFC title challenger and superstar recently made headlines when he mentioned Max Holloway was wearing ‘his’ BMF belt.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 31

Nate Diaz rival says superstar can’t beat anybody in UFC besides one ranked welterweight

Nate Diaz has been counted out ahead of a potential UFC return. The UFC superstar has been out of the Octagon for quite a while. Diaz, 40, fought out his contract against Tony Ferguson in 2022, becoming a free agent after his submission win at UFC 279.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 31

Nate Diaz accused of ‘running scared’ after his manager was sent a contract for the ex-UFC star’s return fight

One of Nate Diaz’s former UFC opponents is awaiting a response after making a rematch offer. Diaz, undoubtedly one of the top stars to have competed in the UFC, made his final Octagon appearance in 2022.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 31

Legendary UFC ref claims Nate Diaz vs. Max Holloway would be ‘one-sided fight’ at welterweight

Nate Diaz vs. Max Holloway has all the makings of a BMF title fight. It doesn’t look like the BMF title is going anywhere after Max Holloway’s first successful title defense against Dustin Poirier at UFC 318 earlier this month.

Jorge Masvidal reignites feud with ‘confused’ Nate Diaz ahead of potential trilogy fight to settle the score

Jorge Masvidal has been planning his UFC return for some time after initially retiring in 2023. When he walked away from the promotion following UFC 287, ‘Gamebred’ was still a huge star in the sport following his breakout year in 2019.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 29

Nate Diaz takes aim at Max Holloway after downplaying UFC 318 title fight and staking BMF claim

Max Holloway made UFC history in his return to the win column earlier this month. When Holloway defeated Dustin Poirier at UFC 318, he became the first fighter to successfully defend the BMF belt.

MMA News / HITC / July 20

Nate Diaz shares surprising 5-word message during Dustin Poirier’s retirement fight at UFC 318

As Dustin Poirier took on BMF champion Max Holloway for his final fight, former UFC star Nate Diaz had something to say. The two were once set to meet in the octagon, but an injury prevented their 2018 matchup from ever taking place.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / July 20

Nate Diaz had a 5-word reaction during Dustin Poirier’s UFC 318 retirement fight

Former UFC star Nate Diaz had one thing to say as Dustin Poirier battled it out one last time against BMF champion Max Holloway. Diaz and Poirier were once meant to fight but an injury scuppered plans for a 2018 showdown.

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Nate Diaz hopes for a McGregor return

Nate Diaz is hoping for a Conor McGregor return to the octagon. Diaz and McGregor have a long and storied history. The two fighters have faced off twice, with both fighters winning each matchup.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / July 18

Eyeing trilogy fight, Nate Diaz wants Conor McGregor to return

Nate Diaz and Conor McGregor have a storied history. They've fought twice with each winning one. Diaz stepped up on 10-days notice to face McGregor at UFC 196 in March 2016 after McGregor's original opponent then-lightweight champion Rafael Dos Anjos was a forced out due to a broken foot.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / June 3

Diaz Involved in an Altercation

Nate Diaz was reportedly involved in a brawl while he was filming a Russian reality show in Thailand. It is being reported by BoxingNews.com, that Nate Diaz was with Jon Jones and Jake Shields as part of the show.

MMA News / MMA on SI / May 28

Nate Diaz wants to settle 'unfinished business' with former UFC rival, cash cow

Nate Diaz has been absent from UFC competition since Sept. 2022 and is itching for a return to the Octagon under the right circumstances. Diaz has enjoyed an illustrious UFC career despite not winning any world titles, but remained competitive against some of the sport's elite, including former two-division champion Conor McGregor.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 27

Nate Diaz Turned Down A Movie Role; Conor McGregor Took It

Nate Diaz has revealed that he turned down the chance to star in ‘Road House’ alongside Jake Gyllenhaal. The film set a record for the most streamed film on Amazon Prime Video, bringing in around 50 million viewers globally in just the first two weeks since its March 21, 2024, release.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / May 22

Nate Diaz Erupts in Wild Brawl Forcing Reality Show to Shut Down (Video)

Retirement doesn’t always mean peace for MMA fighters—many struggle to leave their combat instincts behind, leading to public altercations and controversies.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 22

Nate Diaz Involved In A Wild Brawl

Nate Diaz was reportedly involved in a brawl while he was filming a Russian reality show in Thailand. Reports indicate that Diaz was with Jon Jones and Jake Shields as part of the show.

MMA News / Yardbarker / January 24

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Dustin Poirier calls out Nate Diaz for possible BMF title eliminator

After toying with retirement earlier this year, UFC lightweight Dustin Poirier decided he’d stick around for a couple more fights. And The Diamond may have already picked his penultimate opponent.

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