"I'm gonna tell ya, that's one helluva man, and God bless him. Avg. I think Nate Diaz slaps the head off him, and I look forward to seeing it, McGregor said. In fact, he doesnt even consider risk, something confirmed by his friend and main training partner Artem Lobov. "I always bring out the best in the men I fight, but Joe Frazier, I'll tell the world right now, brings out the best in me," Ali said. McGregor did that Saturday night. Its just a million different things. TEAM DIAZ And him as a bigger guy is almost unmanageable for me as a professional fighter, especially when it comes to the striking department. The 33-year-old Irishman got his revenge to equal the scoreline with a decision win at UFC 202 five months later. Diaz is currently set to take on Jake Paul in a PPV boxing match on August 5th at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, TX. Our MMA fight analysis features some of the more intriguing props that may be worth a look when the two square off at the MGM Grand on Saturday. McGregor, 34, has not fought since July 2021. The 145-pound champion was seeking more gold at 155 pounds, but with Dos Anjos' injury, that fight will have to wait. Later that year, McGregor outlasted him by majority decision in their rematch at UFC 202.. But has he bit off more than he can chew with Stocktons Diaz, who went 2-2 at welterweight before dropping back to the lightweight division, where he most recently defeated Michael Johnson in December. - Significant Striking Accuracy Nate Diaz had a few choice words for Conor McGregor after defeating Michael Johnson in a unanimous decision at UFC on FOX 17Watch the latest UFC ON FOX conte. You can re-watch the first McGregor-Diaz bout in the video above. Hes only got to worry about two weapons. Diaz was said to have been pulled from partying on vacation into the headlining PPV bout on two-weeks notice. Nate Diaz fue protagonista de una pelea callejera. Jake Paul isnt the only one confident hell finish Diaz. The McGregor-Diaz rivalry began in late 2015, when Diaz accused McGregor of "taking everything I've worked for" in a postfight interview in Orlando, Florida. Diaz then gets Petersen into a chokehold before letting him drop to the ground, apparently unconscious. Its just an uphill battle for Nate when we talk about wins and losses, but like you said, hes getting paid, good for him. Which Bellator, Invicta, One and PFL champs could dethrone UFC titleholders? : 30% TD Def. Ill probably be on the Lamborghini just off the coast of Sicily, he added, when asked whether he will be watching the match live or not. Jorge Masvidal hopes he can make a connection for Nate Diaz that helps him put his current legal issues in the past.. Masvidal, who beat Diaz by doctor's stoppage TKO in the lone "BMF" title fight in history at UFC 244 in November 2019, is looking to offer a helping hand to his former opponent after Diaz found himself in the crosshairs of the law after he was caught on video choking . [7] Weeks later on December 29, UFC announced that the event was canceled and would be moved to a different location. - McGregor and Diaz went 1-1 in their two UFC bouts. Diaz returns to the octagon on Sept. 10 in the main event of UFC 279. But McGregor, who was making his welterweight debut, is not making excuses, not stealing anything away from the biggest win of his opponents career, his most telling statement being the simplest. As for mixed martial arts, the 34-year-old is currently on a two-fight losing skid with back-to-back losses to Dustin Poirier, with the most recent one being a TKO loss in July 2021. Avg. 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Lobov is also well versed in the idea of fearlessness and putting little thought into the risks involved with his job. Diaz has been one of the most popular fighters in MMA since 2016, when he split two high-profile bouts with Conor McGregor. He last competed at UFC 273 in April, outpointing former title challenger Gilbert Burns in a Fight of the Night war. - [12] Former lightweight champion and top featherweight contender Frankie Edgar also declined the opportunity due to a groin injury. So his attitude is f**k the weight classes, forget all that. [4][5][6], The event was officially announced in November 2015 as "UFC 197," taking place on March 5, 2016 at HSBC Arena in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. In the video, Petersen can be seen confronting Diaz as people fight around them. UFC FIGHT PASS original Series TWENTY/20 takes you inside the Conor McGregor-Nate Diaz fight in a definitive way to re-experience one of . Diaz submitted McGregor in a shocking upset at UFC 196 in March 2016. Lucas Rezende is a Brazilian journalist and writer from Belem, Para. Watch the original McGregor-Diaz clash like never before. (1:33). Def: 54% TD Avg. I took a chance to move up in weight and it didnt work.. Takedown Defense (the % of opponents TD attempts that did not land), Sub. The 38-year-old surrendered after video spread on social media of Diaz apparently choking YouTube personality Rodney Petersen unconscious during a fight in the citys popular Bourbon Street. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jason Saggo; Justin Salas, LAS VEGAS, NV - MARCH 05: Jason Saggo of Canada (top) grapples with Justin Salas in their lightweight bout during the UFC 196 event inside MGM Grand Garden Arena on March 5, 2016 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Conor Mcgregor and Nate Diaz ready for Third Fight after UFC 202,Woodley-GSP wants to fight me. The fight will be the first bout for Diaz outside the UFC Octagon since fighting Hermes Franca at WEC 24 in 2006. Diaz and McGregor will once again square off in a rematch at UFC 202 on August 20 live from Las Vegas on Pay-Per-View. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Jason Saggo; Justin Salas, LAS VEGAS, NV - MARCH 05: Jason Saggo of Canada reacts to his victory over Justin Salas in their lightweight bout during the UFC 196 event inside MGM Grand Garden Arena on March 5, 2016 in Las Vegas, Nevada. You knocked out midgets. - On January 27, it was announced that Johnson withdrew from the bout due to injury. 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Nate Diaz shocked the world by upsetting UFC featherweight champion Conor McGregor via submission in the second round. A picture of Nick visiting cancer patients at a hospital in A former Ultimate Fighter winner who has been a member of the UFC roster since 2007, 30-year-old Nate Diaz has been thrilling fans at. This time around, with McGregor jumping up two weight classes to the welterweight division, there have been no breaks for The Russian Hammer., He's been a completely different guy this time, Lobov said. Because theres going to be a power difference, and Nates probably used to being the taller man in fights, thats certainly not going to be the case this time so thats going to be different for him, Brown said. It was surprising that the two took this long to get physical before fight night, but as the presser progressed, the barbs from McGregor were clearly taking a toll on the demeanor of Diaz, who made it clear that this wasnt just a one-on-one fight, but one that matched Northern Californias finest against the Dublin standouts. This is how martial arts was invented. Flashback to UFC 196, when Nate Diaz and Conor McGregor met for the first time in what would become an epic UFC rivalry. Melendez, a former Strikeforce champion and current UFC standout, concurs, noting how happy he is to see Diaz in the main event spotlight. Growing more disdainful of Diaz by the second, McGregor continued to rip off quick and accurate punches at his opponents bloodied face, and while Diaz still marched forward defiantly, he was unable to match his opponents output. Its harder to do. To date, McGregor has only taken the one boxing bout, but weve seen a whole passel of high level pro MMA fighters look to make their own crossover. Really the only chance I see of him winning is just simply wearing him out. Nate Diaz and Jake Paul are set to clash in the boxing ring in August, barring either fighter pulling out of the bout. He stated last year he has two fights remaining on his UFC contract. UFC 196: McGregor vs. Diaz was a mixed martial arts event held on March 5, 2016 at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. And once the punches of a welterweight began to break McGregors defense, the 27-year-old was in a place he had never been in since joining the UFC roster in 2013. At the moment, Diaz (21-13) is fresh off a submission win over former UFC interim lightweight Tony Ferguson, in September 2022. The defeat was his third in three fights. Sailing to the top of the featherweight division in the space of seven fights, the 27-year-old capped off his rise with 2015 knockouts of Dennis Siver and Chad Mendes, and a stunning 13-second finish of Jose Aldo. Nate Diaz: $500,000 (no win bonus) def. - Significant Striking Accuracy He is just a fighter. Theres a lot of people that play it safe in the game, he said. He is scheduled to fight YouTube star Jake Paul in August in an eight-round boxing match in Dallas. Hes not. UFC's McGregor And Diaz Talk Trash And Money CNBC 2.96M subscribers Subscribe 4.7M views 6 years ago Before Saturday night's UFC 196, fighters Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz spar with. Its hard to do in boxing than MMA. Gian Villante: $36,000 Corey Anderson: $40,000 (includes $20,000 win bonus) def. After Nate lets box as the co main event same night as Katie Taylor VS. [sic] Amanda Serrano in Dublin. Diaz returns to the octagon on Sept. 10 in the main event of UFC 279. (Photo by Brand, LAS VEGAS, NV - MARCH 05: Nate Diaz (top) punches Conor McGregor of Ireland in their welterweight bout during the UFC 196 event inside MGM Grand Garden Arena on March 5, 2016 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Experience special sneak peeks of your favorite shows, exclusive video and more.Connect with CNBC News OnlineGet the latest news: http://www.cnbc.com/Find CNBC News on Facebook: http://cnb.cx/LikeCNBCFollow CNBC News on Twitter: http://cnb.cx/FollowCNBCFollow CNBC News on Google+: http://cnb.cx/PlusCNBCFollow CNBC News on Instagram: http://cnb.cx/InstagramCNBCUFCs McGregor And Diaz Talk Trash And Money | CNBC - Conor McGregor Record: 22-6-0 The Notorious Height: 5' 9" Weight: 155 lbs. There has been speculation of a third fight for a long time, but it has yet to come to fruition. But since youre not your own boss you will hide behind Dana or just drink the rest of your life away. Nate Diaz vs Conor McGregor 1 | FREE FIGHT | UFC 279 UFC - Ultimate Fighting Championship 15M subscribers Subscribe Share 17M views 6 months ago #UFC279 #UFC Subscribe to get all the. When Conor McGregor first met Nate Diaz in the cage, it was the first time in his stellar UFC career that the featherweight champion found himself in the midst of a truly difficult style. He took home a total of $620,000, which includes $50,000 Fight of the Night bonus . It looked like it was going to, as McGregor landed with his first punch over the top. Conor McGregor is backing former UFC star Nate Diaz against Jake Paul. When it comes to MMA fighters in celebrity boxing, Conor McGregor was something of a trend setter. Instead, McGregor gets to settle a score with Diaz. When talking to two of Nate Diaz teammates, Gilbert Melendez and Yancy Medeiros, two things were made clear. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images), McGregor Dared to be Great - Nothing Wrong with That. Electric energy highlights Diaz-McGregor weigh-in (1:42) Gilbert Melendez describes the energy onstage at the UFC 202 weigh-ins when Nate Diaz and Conor McGregor were separated by police. Diaz, who hasnt won a fight since 2019, last competed in June 2021 when he lost a unanimous decision to Leon Edwards. He could have chosen, months earlier, to remain at 145 pounds. Police issue arrest warrant for Nate Diaz after New Orleans street brawl, Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning, 2023 Guardian News & Media Limited or its affiliated companies. Nate Diaz explains to Brett Okamoto why he is content with fighting whoever is put in front of him in the UFC. With RDA out, in stepped Nate Diaz, and you know the rest of the story. Marcos Rogerio calls out knockout artist Derrick Lewis. Diaz has been one of the most popular fighters in MMA since 2016, when he split two high-profile bouts with Conor McGregor. Penn. Totals Per round Significant Strikes Per round Significant Strikes Nate Diaz Conor McGregor [19], For the event originally promoted under this name, see. In that case, both men happened to have built their celebrity purely through combat sports, but Jake and Logan Paul have since proved that thats not nearly as important a part of the recipe as being able to sell the public on the necessity of the fight. 18, 2020, LAS VEGAS, NV - MARCH 3: (L-R) UFC featherweight champion Conor McGregor throws a punch towards Nate Diaz during the UFC 196 Press Conference at David Copperfield Theater in the MGM Grand Hotel/Casino on March 3, 2016 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Maybe I've helped him out, but he's helped me out just as much, and it's great to see him in this, on the big stage, getting what he deserves as an athlete, financially. Cowboy, was rescheduled to this event due to Thatch's medication being banned by Pennsylvania's athletic commission. And like Ali after losing to Frazier in their first fight in 1971, he may end up being even more popular before. [6], Michael Johnson was expected to face Tony Ferguson in a lightweight rematch. Im humble in victory or defeat, McGregor said. SLpM - When not writing, Lucas also teaches English. Do what you're trained to do., Diaz Shocks the World, Submits McGregor in 2nd Round. It does not include sponsor money and also does not include the UFC's traditional "fight night" bonuses. This change made the March 5 event a smaller draw, which led to the transition to the smaller venue in Rio de Janeiro. There's a definite difference between them. But the featherweight boss has been fearless throughout his career, and this instance is no different. McGregor has been calling his shots in the UFC since his debut in the promotion in 2013, and the man dubbed by many as Mystic Mac has been on target with his Ali-esque predictions. August 5th you will see., Im a better boxer than you Connor and will do what you couldnt and knock Nate out. He lost. Conor McGregor may have had two epic fights with Nate Diaz, but the respect he has for his rival's older brother, Nick is evident. A former Ultimate Fighter winner who has been a member of the UFC roster since 2007, 30-year-old Nate Diaz has been thrilling fans at 155 and 170 pounds for years, with victories over Donald Cerrone, Takanori Gomi and Jim Miller, among others. : 0.67 TD Acc. LAS VEGAS, NV - AUGUST 20: (R-L) Nate Diaz . Significant Striking Accuracy, SApM - Nate Diaz was no joke, and he proved it once more, as the punches that felled featherweights bloodied and bruised him, but refused to dent his chin. 8:34. Def. Julianna Pena shocks the MMA world, upsets Amanda Nunes at UFC 269 (1:16) For their rematch that was originally scheduled to headline UFC 200. And as the crowd erupted, it was Diaz suddenly taking control against the fence. In an interview with Inside Fighting, Diaz said the timing isn't right for the trilogy now but "it's for sure going to happen at some point.". "An incredible feat. - Diaz, 37, has fought exclusively in the UFC since 2007. The UFC veteran submitted Conor McGregor in the main event of UFC 196, after replacing Rafael dos Anjos and taking the fight on short notice. He's my brother and he's real, UFC lightweight Medeiros said. Winner of two of his last three, Diaz knocked out Gray Maynard and decisioned "The Menace" Johnson to soar up to the number six spot in the lightweight rankings, and with a win over McGregor, he could put himself in the mix for a rematch against Dos Anjos. ago The fight that secured Nate's legacy His brother had already made his mark for years but this win probably made him more famous than Nick to where Nick is now the other Diaz brother 303 TiP54 3 mo. Published Mar 4, 2022. Normally I look forward to his weight cut because it is the time when I hope that he will slow down a little bit and not hit me as hard and not go as hard, and his energy level will be low. One hundred percent real.. They dont take the risks. (Photo by Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLC/Zuffa LLC via Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Diego Sanchez; Jim Miller, LAS VEGAS, NV - MARCH 05: An overhead view of the Octagon as Diego Sanchez punches Jim Miller in their lightweight bout during the UFC 196 event inside MGM Grand Garden Arena on March 5, 2016 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Golpe a un hombre parecido a Logan Paul, justo en la semana en que anunci que enfrentar a Jake Paul el prximo 5 de agosto. Here you will find unforgettable moments, scenes, and lines from all your favorite films. [11] Former UFC Featherweight Champion Jos Aldo declined the initial opportunity to replace him due to "lack of time" to prepare for the bout. McGregor immediately vowed to avenge the loss, and defeated Diaz by majority decision in a five-round battle five months later. The poster for UFC 196: McGregor vs. Diaz. With the win, the 30-year-old Diaz moves to 20-10; the 27-year-old McGregor, who hadnt lost since 2010, falls to 19-3. An injury to RDA forced him off the card and set the UFC scrambling for a late replacement. (1:33) Nate Diaz explains to Brett Okamoto why . [8] On January 12, it was confirmed the event would take place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. A day later, the buzz has only grown louder about the result, much of it about the apparent fall of the UFC featherweight champion from Ireland. Long seen by many as a character, created by the media and the Irish fans who will follow him anywhere, there is no disputing what he put on the line last Saturday when he didnt have to. The featherweight champion of the world lay at his feet. He plans to test free agency. 0:00 / 2:15 Conor McGregor: Notorious (2017) - Conor McGregor vs. Nate Diaz Scene (8/10) | Movieclips Movieclips 58.8M subscribers 8.5M views 4 years ago Conor McGregor: Notorious -. He takes on unbeaten welterweight contender Khamzat Chimaev. Already an intriguing matchup given the style and attitude employed by both men, the UFC 196 main event has an added layer of interest thanks to the bout being fought at 170 pounds, two weight classes above the one where the Dubliner is champion. And while the topics ranged from his respect for boxing legend Muhammad Ali (He was a special man, he changed culture) and the Floyd Mayweather poster on the side of the MGM Grand (I might go and rip it down myself) to his dream opponent (Id love to fight myself.