Nate Diaz has ruled out a rematch with Jake Paul and rejected an offer from the PFL. Diaz, a UFC veteran, made his professional boxing debut earlier this year and suffered a loss to Paul. Despite reports of a lucrative offer, Diaz described the PFL as the ‘minor leagues’ and stated that he would rather fight ‘real fighters’. This article discusses Diaz’s decision and his future in the UFC.
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| Nate Diaz has ruled out a rumored rematch with Jake Paul and rejected an offer from the PFL. Despite suffering a loss in his professional boxing debut against Paul, Diaz has no interest in facing him again. He also declined the PFL offer, stating that he would rather fight ‘real fighters’. Diaz’s decision showcases his commitment to competing at the highest level and his desire to face formidable opponents in the UFC. |
Nate Diaz Rejects Rematch and PFL Offer
UFC veteran Nate Diaz has made it clear that he will not be participating in a rumored rematch with Jake Paul, following their professional boxing match in August. Despite reports of a lucrative offer from the Professional Fighters League (PFL), Diaz described the organization as the ‘minor leagues’ and stated that he would rather fight ‘real fighters’. Diaz, a former lightweight title challenger and welterweight contender in the UFC, made his professional boxing debut earlier this year, suffering a unanimous decision loss to Paul. Departing from the UFC in November of last year, Diaz has no interest in joining the PFL for his next fight.
Diaz’s Boxing Debut
In August, Nate Diaz entered the boxing ring for the first time, facing off against Jake Paul in Texas. Despite his experience in the UFC, Diaz was unable to secure a victory and lost via unanimous decision. This marked his departure from the world of mixed martial arts and his venture into the realm of professional boxing.
PFL Offer
Reports emerged last month that Jake Paul was set to return to professional boxing in December. However, it was revealed that the PFL had made an offer for both Diaz and Paul to compete in a mixed martial arts bout instead. PFL boss Donn Davis accused Diaz of avoiding a potential $15,000,000 payday by declining the offer. Diaz responded by stating that he would not consider a move to the PFL, as he believes it would be a step back in his career.
Diaz’s Future in the UFC
As fans eagerly await Diaz’s next move, the question arises: Will he return to the UFC? After his impressive victory over former interim lightweight champion Anthony Pettis in September of last year, Diaz left the organization on a high note. While his future remains uncertain, Diaz’s refusal to entertain the PFL offer suggests that he is focused on facing top-tier opponents in the world of mixed martial arts.
