Tony Ferguson and Nate Diaz recently clashed in the octagon at UFC 279. Ferguson stepped in as a last-minute replacement for Khamzat Chimaev, who missed weight. Despite the unexpected change, Diaz emerged victorious with a submission. But the rivalry between these two fighters isn’t over yet. Ferguson has called out the Stockton Slugger for a rematch. Nate Diaz has since left the UFC, leaving Tony searching for a new opponent for his next fight. The Stockton native has been inactive, but he’s looking for other opportunities in combat sports. His rival, on the other hand, has had a string of tough losses and is looking to get back on track.
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The fight saw Nate Diaz emerge victorious in the clash of stars. What’s more, this was his last fight for the promotion. Diaz after the fight left UFC, is now a free agent and can join any promotion he desires to. However, by the looks of it Tony Ferguson still has unfinished business with him.
The fight between Tony Ferguson and Nate Diaz was an instant classic, and fans are eagerly anticipating a rematch. The rivalry between them is not over yet, and it’s only a matter of time before we see these two warriors in the octagon again.
Tony Ferguson Calls Out Nate Diaz
Tony Ferguson, the former UFC interim lightweight champion, has called out Nate Diaz for a rematch. In a recent post on his Instagram account, he challenged his former opponent with a bold caption, “When You Gonna Earn That ‘W’ Kid- Champ – CSO – @ufc Been Waiting On Your Promise F**ker Lucky I Took It Easy On You For Entertainment # YouComeBack # We Got Problems M AhAhhhyyyyyyyyy”
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Tony Ferguson’s callout for a rematch with Nate Diaz has sparked a strong reaction from fans.
One fan wrote: “Good for Tony for not giving up. Stop talking about him like he’s washed up, he’s still a top 10 fighter.”
Another fan wrote: “Wtf just wtf”
“Hey Ufc Free tony from his contract tony is no more intresting fighter now nd no more lionheart!”
Whilst another fan didn’t side with Ferguson: “This ain’t it”
Another fan commented: “What the fo*k is this”
While some fans simply said: “Bruuhhhh”
Some fan questions his place now: “top bro you’re done”
“Cmon Tony this is abit much”
Diaz versus Ferguson once again?
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Ferguson and Diaz have a history of rivalry, and the two have already met in the octagon once before. Their first fight took place at UFC 279, where the latter emerged victorious with a submission. Ferguson has claimed that he took it easy on his opponent for entertainment, and now he wants a chance to prove himself.
The call-out has sparked excitement among fans, who are eagerly anticipating a rematch between these two fighters. With both fighters looking to make a comeback, a rematch between the two would be an exciting opportunity for them to prove themselves in the octagon once again. The rivalry between them is not over yet. Moreover, since Nick Diaz spoke about El Cucuy’s fighting style, there seems to be more competitiveness.
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