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Nate Diaz Reveals Why He Rejected a UFC Return Fight Against Conor McGregor

Nate Diaz Reveals Why He Rejected a UFC Return Fight Against Conor McGregor

Summary

Nate Diaz has not fought in the UFC since 2022 but revealed that the UFC wanted him to be Conor McGregor’s first opponent when McGregor returns. Diaz declined because he does not want to be part of McGregor’s comeback story but is open to fighting him later.

Key Facts

  • Nate Diaz last fought in the UFC in 2022.
  • The UFC tried to arrange a fight between Diaz and Conor McGregor for McGregor’s return.
  • Diaz has said he does not want to be McGregor’s comeback opponent.
  • Diaz would consider fighting McGregor after his return, once McGregor has proven himself.
  • McGregor has not fought since 2021 but is expected to return soon.
  • Diaz and McGregor have fought twice before, each winning once.
  • Nate Diaz is 41 years old, so a UFC return could be brief.
  • A Diaz vs. McGregor fight is highly anticipated due to their popularity and past rivalry.
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