I can go 100 percent out there and never have to worry about getting tired. [25][26] Seemingly back in the UFC, Diaz stopped Brazilian newcomer Gleison Tibau with strikes in his next fight at UFC 65. The Diaz brothers share a unique and protective bond with each other. [88] At that point, Diaz had accumulated a UFC record of 7 wins, 6 losses and 1 no contest, with no successful challenges for a title. This creates a unique situation. But unlike his brother, Nick hasn’t fought in the UFC for years. [21] After the fight, the two were taken to the hospital for observation and post-fight tests, where they had yet another scuffle. [64], UFC president Dana White stated that a matchup between Diaz and UFC Welterweight Champion Georges St-Pierre was a possible consideration. However, Noons and his camp refused to accept the match. The UFC saw the amazing young talent and added him to their roster in 2003. While a freshman, he was a member of the swim team. [citation needed], After Alessio pulled out, Diaz took advantage of the opportunity, submitting veteran Josh Neer in the third round. Nick had his first professional MMA fight in 2001 at the age of only 16 years old training under Cesar Gracie’s Jiu-Jitsu Academy in Lodi, California. I was there at this fight and believe that you were intoxicated and... that it made you numb to the pain. [49] Although Smith took Diaz down once in the first round, Diaz controlled the majority of the bout with his superior boxing, utilizing his reach, stalking jabs and repeatedly punishing Smith with hooks to the body, twice dropping him in the second and third round. UFC: The Rock responds to Nate Diaz saying he ‘picked the wrong side’ with Jorge Masvidal Hollywood icon Dwayne Johnson says ‘that’s the Nate we all know and love’ ‘Nate, he gets it. Defended the IFC U.S. Welterweight Championship. [117] Diaz was victorious, winning by unanimous decision after four rounds. Nick Diaz is one of the greatest welterweight fighters in the UFC. However, Conor McGregor's combative attitude towards Nate Diaz does not extend to the latter's elder brother, Nick Diaz. [72] However, due to an ACL injury sustained by St-Pierre, Diaz faced Carlos Condit in the main event, with the winner being awarded an Interim UFC Welterweight Championship. Both brothers aren’t afraid to trash talk, and both even fight with a similar style. ", UFC 137: B.J. The making of Nick Diaz’s indomitable will is the culmination of a series of heartbreaking events. Carlos Condit and Nick Diaz at UFC 143 on Feb. 4, 2012 Esther Lin, MMA Fighting. But, brother Nate has looked more … [107], Following the events of the Nashville Brawl, Miller expressed an interest in fighting Nick Diaz. [86] He lost the fight by unanimous decision. The beloved brothers, Nate and Nick Diaz, took to Instagram to mock McGregor after the Irishman posted a video on Instagram of himself smoking … Diaz counter-offered a catchweight of 181 lb. He has been in the UFC since winning The Ultimate Fighter 5. Diaz fought against fighters like Robbie Lawler, Paul Daley, KJ Noons, and Scott Smith to name a few. His older brother, UFC welterweight Nick Diaz, calls it a curse. [101], Diaz appears in the feature-length documentary Fight Life (2013), which chronicles the lives of mixed martial artists outside the cage; the film is directed by independent filmmaker James Z. Feng and won the Best Documentary Award at the United Film Festival. During a recent interview with ESPN’s Ariel Helwani, Nick Diaz seemingly opened the door to a future fight with Jorge Masvidal. Nick has a younger brother, Nathan and a younger sister Nina who were mostly raised by their mother Melissa as their father was not around much. [29] At the end of the first round, apparently due to poor cardio on Gomi's part, the Japanese fighter was clearly stunned, throwing much wilder punches and barely maintaining his defense. Scott Coker, CEO of Strikeforce was interested in setting up the fight, but failed to do so as Zuffa took over Strikeforce. Diaz was born and raised in Stockton, California. Some of the major titles he has won include the US Purple Belt Open in 2004 and a Pan-American Brown Belt Medium Weight Division title in 2005. In the second round, Diaz taunted Lawler, who swung wildly and missed, allowing Diaz to connect with a right hook that knocked Lawler out. Elder brother Nick was the first of the two to step foot into the MMA game in 2001, as he submitted Mike Wick via Triangle Choke in his debut. [115] He also owns a victory over renowned grappler Jorge Patino in competition via kneebar. During interviews the next day Nick claimed Karl was intoxicated and overreacting. Nick considers Nate as his baby brother and always wants him to be away from fights. [45] Nick was successful in the fight, defeating Shamrock via TKO due to strikes in the second round. Diaz is the younger brother of former Strikeforce Welterweight Champion, WEC Welterweight Champion, and IFC Welterweight Champion, Nick Diaz. For his UFC 202 bout against Conor McGregor, Nate Diaz reportedly took home more than $15 Million in Pay per View revenue and bonuses. The Diaz brothers are fighting. [92] Diaz, according to sources, has reached an agreement with the Nevada Athletic Commission, which now frees him to participate in all combat sport-related activities in the state once again. Knowing you can go 15 minutes or 25 minutes without any problem can help you sustain that mental advantage over your opponent..."[120][121], Middleweight bout. Meanwhile, Karl claimed his incident was prompted by the thrown bottle. [66] Dana White made the decision to take Diaz out of the fight and replace him with former WEC Welterweight Champion and future UFC Interim Welterweight Champion Carlos Condit, due to Diaz missing multiple flights for a press event to support the fight. [55][56], Diaz faced Strikeforce newcomer and then-DREAM Welterweight Champion Marius Žaromskis to crown the first Strikeforce Welterweight Champion on January 30, 2010 at Strikeforce: Miami. Here at the Nick Diaz Academy we believe that martial arts provide a healthy platform to maintain fitness, create self-awareness, discipline and strengthen one’s confidence. Thank you for all your concerns for my brother. [17] Diaz was then matched up with judoka Karo Parisyan at UFC 49, but ended up losing a hard-fought split decision. [73] Condit defeated Diaz via unanimous decision. Despite his lengthy absence from the cage, a Nick Diaz return has the potential to shake the UFC down to its core. This is beyond insane. Upon landing the body shot that dropped Smith in the third round, Smith assumed a "turtle" position and Diaz took his back until securing a rear-naked choke to finish the bout at 1:41 of the final round. For this reason he was unable to corner Nate Diaz during UFC 196 and UFC 202. He is accomplished in both gi and no-gi jiu-jitsu. Nick Diaz is content to walk his opponents down and brawl. The 37-year-old fighter is a former welterweight champion in Strikeforce, WEC, and IFC. Diaz’s time in high school was horrific by any standards. Nate Diaz is currently booked to face Leon Edwards at UFC 262 on May 15, Related Silva was also fined his full win bonus, as well as 30% of his show money, totaling $380,000. [57] Žaromskis came out aggressively and the two men exchanged on the feet until Diaz tied his opponent up in the clinch and landed numerous knees to Žaromskis' right leg. [74] Upset with the result of the fight, Diaz indicated that he was retiring from the sport. 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