Despite Making Millions Against Conor McGregor, Nate Diaz Backed by Veteran UFC Analyst for Big “Payday” Against Jake Paul

Jake Paul and Nate Diaz are destined to face each other in the squared ring on 5th August 2023. Without a doubt, the world of martial arts awaits with nothing but excitement running through the fans’ veins. Talks about the fight have been circling throughout the community. One such excited personality was the UFC play-by-play commentator, Jon Anik. 

Anik was recently interviewed by Chamatkar Sandhu on his talk show, ‘Smack Talk with Sandhu’. The martial arts enthusiast questioned Anik about his thoughts on the upcoming fight between Diaz and Paul. Without a doubt, his excitement for the fight was skyrocketing. He disclosed that the fighters were going to get his money. Despite the fact that Diaz made millions in his fight against Conor McGregor, Anik commended him for getting the payday. Although Anik claimed to be a supporter of ‘The Problem Child’, he told the world to be wary of Diaz’s skills. 

Jon Anik stands up for Nate Diaz’s biggest payday

During the conversation on ‘Smack Talk’, Sandhu asked Anik about his thoughts on how the fight between Diaz and Paul would play out. Although the commentator supported Paul, he couldn’t steer clear of Diaz’s exceptional skills. He was indeed excited about the fight and seemed happy for Diaz getting a big payday.

The commentator said, “Well, I guess I’d probably give Nate a better chance than a lot of people do, but I am a Jake Paul supporter and I think it’s a dangerous fight for Nate. I think it’s reflected in the betting line. You know, I’m excited. I’m excited for Nate to get this payday. I think it stands to reason this is a bit bigger payday and a bigger fight than most of the boxing fights that might have been there for Nathan. So. yeah, I’m excited to see it. They’re certainly going to get my money.”

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Nevertheless, Anik seemed to think that the Stockton native would surprise the entire globe. After declaring that Mike Perry was trying to be the backup fighter, he believed that Diaz would be present for the fight. He said, “Nate’s gonna be there and I do think even though there’s maybe a size discrepancy and a strength discrepancy, I think Nate Diaz could surprise people. I’m contractually prevented from betting on it, but I think Nate Diaz is a live underdog, come August 5th.”

Daniel Cormier had a similar opinion

Daniel Cormier previously made a comment about the Diaz getting the biggest payday in his fight with Paul. He revealed that the Stockton native had amassed huge amounts when he fought McGregor at the UFC.

The fights were indeed two of the highest-selling PPVs. Nevertheless, the former MMA fighter’s next biggest payday is scheduled for the 5th of August.

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