The saga between Jorge “Gamebred” Masvidal and Nate “The Stockton Slugger” Diaz continues, and this time it’s not about punches thrown but demands made. As the two fighters gear up for their highly anticipated boxing rematch, the negotiation table has become as intense as the ring.
The First Showdown Between Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz
Their first encounter took place at UFC 244, a historic event that featured the inaugural BMF (Baddest Motherf*cker) title fight. Jorge Masvidal and Diaz went toe-to-toe, with Masvidal ultimately securing a dominant victory. But Diaz wasn’t satisfied. He claimed that if the fight had continued, the later rounds would have swung in his favor. The referee’s intervention due to cuts on Diaz’s right eye left unfinished business in the octagon.
Fast forward to the rematch negotiations. Diaz, never one to shy away from controversy, laid out his terms. His demands? Non-negotiable, he said. First, he insisted on walking out second—a psychological play to gain an edge. Second, he wanted the rematch to be a 10-round, 175-pound professional boxing match. Diaz was adamant that these conditions be met, or no fight.
Jorge Masvidal trashes 'diva' Nate Diaz for his list of demands to make their boxing rematch happen.
"He said he wouldn't fight unless he walked out second. Non-negotiable." pic.twitter.com/gm8YBTLITO
— MMA Junkie (@MMAJunkie) April 13, 2024
Jorge Masvidal, never one to back down either, didn’t mince words. He called Diaz a “diva” for his list of demands. But beneath the trash talk, there’s respect. Masvidal acknowledges Diaz’s fighting style and what he represents. Still, he couldn’t let Diaz’s post-fight comments slide. Being called a “coward” and a “quitter” didn’t sit well with the BMF champ.
Jorge Masvidal sees through Diaz’s tactics. He knows that Diaz’s insistence on a rematch is partly psychological—a way to get under his skin. But Masvidal isn’t fazed. He’s confident that he’ll whoop Diaz again, proving that the labels thrown at him are inaccurate. After all, Masvidal has never tapped in his career, and he’s not about to start now.
As the countdown to their boxing rematch begins, fight fans are torn. Will Diaz’s diva demands pay off? Or will Masvidal’s no-nonsense approach prevail? One thing’s for sure: Inside the ring, the BMF title won’t be the only thing on the line. It’s a battle of wills, egos, and fists—a true spectacle for fight aficionados.
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