

Boxing fans around the world are eagerly awaiting the showdown between Jake Paul and Nate Diaz. This boxing match is scheduled for August 5th and promises to be a spectacle filled with drama and controversy. The fighters had their first press conference recently, and it has already unleashed a storm of anticipation and controversy. Both Paul and Diaz talked about their boxing experiences, occasionally taking bold jibes at each other.
With an MMA record of 22-13, Diaz has faced some of the toughest opponents in the octagon. Paul, on the other hand, entered boxing in 2020 but has already been making headlines in the sport. The entire press conference was not short on entertainment, but one specific moment stirred up a storm in the MMA and the boxing community.
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Nate Diaz warns a reporter for an unwarranted taunt
Throughout his career, Nate Diaz has had a tempestuous relationship with reporters. He has often clashed in fiery exchanges during press conferences, proving that his disdain for the media is no secret. During this press conference, tensions ran high as a reporter directed a disrespectful comment toward Nate Diaz. The reporter, seemingly trying to provoke a reaction, expressed interest in fighting Diaz‘s brother, Nick Diaz. He claimed he would “beat his f*cking a*s.”
Welp safe to say Derrick bout to get beat up and lose his job😂 #PaulDiaz pic.twitter.com/9D35QaBA9j
— Jason Williams (@jasoneg33) May 9, 2023
“Nate, I am actually a boxer myself. I have been trying to get into this undercard. I am just wondering if you think I could fight your brother, Nick Diaz. If he is anything like you, I think I will beat his f*cking a*s.”
Unimpressed by the reporter’s brash remarks, Nate Diaz swiftly defended his brother’s honor, warning the reporter that his words would not go unanswered. Diaz passionately exclaimed that the reporter’s actions were reckless. He also pointed out to his associates that were present, saying that repercussions would follow for the reporter.
“You are just going to walk around the street after just saying sh*t like that? If my boy see you right now, that was stupid. Hey Derrick, Betr Media, stupid *ss motherf*cker. You will get your *ss whipped. He is not nice.”
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Did Jake Paul fire the reporter after provocative remarks?
Surprisingly, Jake Paul immediately intervened and addressed the reporter. Paul, acknowledging the reporter’s affiliation with his own media company, took responsibility for the incident and apologized to Diaz for the disrespectful comment. He assured Diaz that he would handle the matter privately and indicated that the reporter would face the consequences.

via Imago
April 26, 2022, New York, NY, New York, NY, United States: NEW YORK, NY – APRIL 26: Jake Paul watches on as Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano fLight up the Empire State Building ahead of their Undisputed Title Fight on Saturday night April 30 at Madison Square Garden on April 26, 2022 in New York, NY, United States. New York, NY United States – ZUMAp175 20220426_zsa_p175_001 Copyright: xMattxDaviesx
“He works for my company. I’ll handle that later. I’m sorry about that, Nate. I’ll fire him later. Derrick shut up.”
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As fight night approaches, fans can expect a heated battle both inside and outside the ring. With Jake Paul‘s growing boxing career and Nate Diaz‘s impressive fighting pedigree, this match promises to be an electrifying spectacle.
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