Brace yourselves, fight fans! The long-awaited trilogy between Nate Diaz and Conor “The Notorious” McGregor is inching closer to reality. Diaz, never one to mince words, declared with unwavering confidence that the third showdown is “100 percent” going down.
The Diaz-McGregor Rivalry
Let’s rewind to 2016. Diaz and McGregor engaged in two epic battles that left fans hungry for more. Their first encounter at UFC 196 saw Diaz shock the world by submitting McGregor. The rematch at UFC 202 was equally intense, with McGregor narrowly edging out Diaz via majority decision. The score stood at 1-1, and the MMA universe clamored for a decisive third bout.
McGregor, always the showman, floated the idea of fighting Diaz at The Sphere in Las Vegas during Mexican Independence weekend. The UFC had plans for a card at this iconic venue, but UFC CEO Dana White swiftly quashed the notion. However, Diaz remains intrigued by the prospect. The Sphere, with its grandeur and significance, would be the perfect stage for their trilogy.
Nate Diaz says his trilogy with @TheNotoriousMMA is "100 percent" going down and hopes it happens at #UFC306 at The Sphere. pic.twitter.com/joKl8TXc98
— MMA Junkie (@MMAJunkie) April 13, 2024
Nate Diaz’s hit list
But Diaz isn’t stopping there. He’s got a hit list, and it’s stacked. Alongside McGregor, he’s eyeing rematches with Jake Paul (yes, the YouTuber-turned-boxer), Leon Edwards, and Jorge Masvidal. Diaz’s competitive fire burns bright, and he’s determined to settle scores.
Nate Diaz singles out Edwards as the most interesting fighter in the UFC right now. When Diaz left the UFC as a free agent in 2022, he felt that nothing “cool” was happening in the promotion. But Edwards caught his attention. Diaz admires Edwards’ growth, attitude, and skill set. A potential clash between the two would be fireworks.
As Nate Diaz prepares for his June 1 boxing match against Masvidal, the MMA world eagerly awaits news of the trilogy. Will McGregor accept the challenge? Will The Sphere witness history? Only time will tell.
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