Nate Diaz News
Khamzat Chimaev doesn't think "skinny boy" Nate Diaz is "going to come and show up" at UFC 279
Cole Shelton - July 26, 2022
Khamzat Chimaev has a feeling Nate Diaz won’t actually fight him at UFC 279 on September 10. Although Diaz and his team have claimed this is a fight they asked for and wanted, Chimaev says the Stockton native won’t show up. He believes Diaz will make some excuse for pulling out of the fight but the Swede is having none of it.
Dan Hardy slams the UFC for booking Nate Diaz against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 279: “Someone should start thinking about pressing charges”
Susan Cox - July 26, 2022
Dan Hardy is slamming the UFC for booking Nate Diaz against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 279. It will be Nate Diaz (20-13 MMA) vs Khamzat Chimaev (11-0 MMA) at UFC 279 on Saturday, September 10th at the T-Mobile Arena, in Las Vegas.
Leon Edwards shares prediction for “f**ked up” Nate Diaz vs Khamzat Chimaev fight at UFC 279: “I’d love Nate to get it done”
Harry Kettle - July 26, 2022
Leon Edwards has revealed that he wants to see Nate Diaz get the job done against Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 279. For years now Nate Diaz has been seen as something of an enigma in the world of mixed martial arts and rightly so. From big wins to incredible moments on the mic and beyond, the Stockton king rarely plays by the rules and instead chooses to follow his own path.
Khamzat Chimaev excited for fight with "legend" Nate Diaz: "I'm going to show who is the gangster"
Josh Evanoff - July 25, 2022
UFC welterweight contender Khamzat Chimaev is ready to show he’s more gangster than Nate Diaz. ‘Borz’ has been out of action since his unanimous decision victory over Gilbert Burns in April. The victory saw the 28-year-old blast up the rankings, and continue his march toward superstardom.
UFC welterweight contender Belal Muhammad extends offer to Nate Diaz following Khamzat Chimaev fight booking: “Hit my line”
Cole Shelton - July 21, 2022
Belal Muhammad has offered to train Nate Diaz ahead of his UFC 279 main event fight against Khamzat Chimaev. After Chimaev beat Gilbert Burns at UFC 273, Muhammad made it known he wanted to fight the Swede next time out. Yet, the promotion decided to go with the Diaz fight, and now after the bout has been made, Muhammad has made it clear that he would be willing to train with Diaz and hopes the Stockton native wins.
Jake Paul reacts after the UFC books Nate Diaz against Khamzat Chimaev as September’s pay-per-view main event: “Betr believe I’m putting my money on Nate Diaz to win versus fake Khabib”
Harry Kettle - July 20, 2022
YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul has revealed that he’ll be betting on Nate Diaz to defeat Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 279. Earlier this week, it was revealed that Nate Diaz will be fighting out his UFC contract when he locks horns with Khamzat Chimaev at UFC 279 on September 10. It’s a contest that has been heavily rumoured for a few months now and despite the opposition to the idea from many fans, the promotion is pushing ahead with it.
Pro fighters react after the UFC books Nate Diaz vs. Khamzat Chimaev
Christopher Taylor - July 19, 2022
Several pro fighters took to Twitter after ESPN announced that Nate Diaz vs. Khamzat Chimaev was on tap to headline UFC 279. Earlier this afternoon MMA journalist Brett Okamoto reported that Diaz vs. Chimaev would serve as the five-round welterweight headliner on September 10th at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Khamzat Chimaev opens above a -1000 favorite ahead of his UFC 279 fight against Nate Diaz
Cole Shelton - July 19, 2022
Khamzat Chimaev has opened as a massive favorite ahead of his UFC 279 main event fight against Nate Diaz. It was revealed on Tuesday that Chimaev vs. Diaz has been verbally agreed to headline the pay-per-view card on September 10 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The fight will be five rounds at welterweight, while it will also be Diaz’s last fight of his UFC contract.
Nate Diaz set to headline UFC 279 against Khamzat Chimaev
Cole Shelton - July 19, 2022
Nate Diaz will be fighting out his UFC contract at UFC 279. According to ESPN’s Brett Okamoto, Diaz will headline UFC 279 on September 10 against Chimaev. The event will take place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, and will serve as the final fight of Diaz’s contract.
Michael Chandler says he’s “been trying” to get a fight with Nate Diaz
Harry Kettle - July 19, 2022
UFC star Michael Chandler has claimed he’s been trying to get a fight with Nate Diaz as he continues to push for a return to the cage. Ever since entering the Ultimate Fighting Championship, Michael Chandler has done a pretty good job of keeping us entertained. From knocking out Dan Hooker and Tony Ferguson to having close wars with Justin Gaethje and Charles Oliveira, the former Bellator champion knows how to put on a show.
Nate Diaz's UFC contract reportedly expiring later this year
Josh Evanoff - July 18, 2022
UFC welterweight Nate Diaz could be gone from the promotion as soon as November. The Stockton-slugger has been out of action since his loss to Leon Edwards at UFC 263 last June. Following the defeat, the fan favorite has been vocal about finishing out his contract. The fight with Edwards was the penultimate fight of his current UFC deal.
Jake Paul slams UFC President Dana White for degrading Nate Diaz: “In private he gets on his knees begging Nate to stay so they can try and revive Conor McGregor”
Fernando Quiles - July 17, 2022
Jake Paul has put UFC President Dana White on blast for publicly disrespecting Nate Diaz. It’s no secret that Diaz and the UFC have been at odds throughout the years. While Diaz knows his worth as a draw, Dana has put down the Stockton native for struggling to string together wins.
Nate Diaz not ruling out a trilogy fight with Conor McGregor: “You bring yourself back to life, and I’ll be back later”
Susan Cox - July 15, 2022
Nate Diaz is not ruling out a trilogy fight with Conor McGregor. Diaz (20-13 MMA) has not entered the Octagon since June of 2021 at UFC 263 where he went down to defeat against Leon Edwards (19-3 MMA).
Nate Diaz reveals the two opponents who are “worthy” of being his final UFC fight
Susan Cox - July 14, 2022
Nate Diaz is revealing the two opponents he feels are ‘worthy’ of entering the Octagon with him for his final UFC fight. Diaz (20-13 MMA) has not fought since June of 2021 at UFC 263, where he was defeated by unanimous decision in his welterweight bout with Leon Edwards (19-3 MMA).
Nate Diaz slams Khabib Nurmagomedov following UFC Hall of Fame induction: “You are a scared fighter”
Harry Kettle - July 13, 2022
Nate Diaz has taken a shot at Khabib Nurmagomedov and his Hall of Fame induction as the cold war between the two continues. Over the course of the last few years there hasn’t exactly been much ‘peace’ between Nate Diaz and his UFC rivals. The Stockton king enjoys going after them both physically and on social media, and while he hasn’t fought as often as many fans would’ve liked, he still knows how to keep us entertained.
Nate Diaz reveals he's asked for fights against Tony Ferguson and Vicente Luque: "It was never good on their side"
Josh Evanoff - July 12, 2022
UFC welterweight star Nate Diaz is ready to leave the promotion. The Stockton-native has been out of the cage since his loss to Leon Edwards at UFC 263 in June 2021. The loss was his second in a row, having been stopped by Jorge Masvidal back in November 2019. However, the fight with Edwards had importance to it.
Video | 'Top Gun: Maverick' star Miles Teller was elated to meet Nate Diaz at UFC 276
Susan Cox - July 11, 2022
‘Top Gun: Maverick’ star Miles Teller was elated to meet Nate Diaz earlier this month at UFC 276 in Las Vegas. Nate Diaz was in attendance at UFC 276 on July 2, 2022 which took place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas and marked the UFC’s pay-per-view event for International Fight Week.
Video | Nate Diaz smacks up a reporter backstage at UFC 276
Fernando Quiles - July 3, 2022
The latest victim of Nate Diaz’s Stockton slap has been revealed. Nate Diaz is known for playing by his own rules and if something irritates him, he will let it be known. That’s exactly what happened backstage at UFC 276 in Las Vegas.