The recent antics of former UFC star Nate Diaz have left many fans disappointed. The 38-year-old recently called out some of boxing’s best heavyweights in a not-so-polite X post. However, fans were quick to shut down the Stockton native with some gentle reminders and a reality check.
MMA fighters haven’t had much luck inside the boxing ring. Even though Conor McGregor made a truckload of money from his boxing match against Floyd Mayweather, he still could not beat the 50-0 undefeated legend. The most recent example of an MMA fighter falling to a boxer is Francis Ngannou‘s fight against former world champion Anthony Joshua. ‘AJ’ knocked out ‘The Predator’ in dominant fashion and ended his hype train. However, Nate Diaz begs to differ.
The iconic MMA star from Stockton, California, called out three of the most popular and successful heavyweight boxers in the modern era: Tyson Fury, Deontay Wilder, and, of course, Anthony Joshua. It took everybody by surprise as Nate Diaz claimed that he could easily beat these three boxers, who are way over his weight class. “Anthony Joshua Deontay wilder Tyson fury I’ll whoop all your a**es Just so u know,” wrote Nate Diaz.
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Anthony Joshua
Deontay wilder
Tyson furyI’ll whoop all your asses
Just so u know. 👊🏼— Nathan Diaz (@NateDiaz209) March 11, 2024
Despite showing a lot of confidence in claiming that he could beat Joshua, Fury, and Wilder, fans did not seem too sure about the Stockton native’s claims. Here’s what they had to say.
Nate Diaz checked for overzealous boxing claims
Nate Diaz’s antics may have left a bad taste in the mouths of the fans. Some of them even suggested that the former UFC star should avoid trying to embarrass himself by making such statements about fighting heavyweight boxers.
Stop embarrassing yourself you’re a grown man
— igor🇺🇦 (@ukraniandream) March 11, 2024
Although the fans do not think Nate Diaz can beat Anthony Joshua, Deontay Wilder, and Tyson Fury, they certainly think that the Stockton native can easily grab a good paycheck if he ever competed in such a crossover boxing match.
Let's be real, would lose to all but a nice pay check
— ⭕ Brock Pierson (@brockpierson) March 11, 2024
One fan reminded Diaz that his claims had no basis since he lost to YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul a few months ago.
Love ya Nate… but you lost to Jake Paul…
— CHUR (@CHUR_i3) March 11, 2024
A user on Twitter (X) shared his honest take on Nate Diaz.
Never thought I’d say these words.. I’m tired of Nate Diaz
— Fight Night Bets (@fightnightbets_) March 11, 2024
Some fans suggested that the only fight that made sense for the Stockton native was his fighting former rival Conor McGregor for a third time.
Just do the trilogy with Conor and get paid.
— Marty Kane (@CFCBhoy1967) March 11, 2024
They also believe that Nate Diaz might have been incoherent when he called out the heavyweight boxing trio on social media.
nate smoking that dope dope
— fivehunna (@highfvr) March 11, 2024
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Somebody needs attention…
— Scosh24⚓ (@PerfectStorm24) March 11, 2024
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Nate Diaz makes headlines effortlessly. But is his star power dwindling by the day? It has been a minute since he competed, and his options at the moment do not look too great. What are your thoughts on Diaz? Will we see him compete again? Who would you like to see him fight next? Let us know in the comments below.