Diaz, Masvidal Settle Unfinished Business in Boxing Rematch

In a highly anticipated clash of combat sports titans, former UFC stars Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal are set to settle their long-standing rivalry in a boxing rematch on June 1st at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California. This eagerly awaited bout, dubbed “Last Man Standing,” promises to be a thrilling showdown between two of the most electrifying personalities in mixed martial arts history.

The stage is set for an epic rematch after their infamous MMA encounter at UFC 244 in November 2019, where Masvidal emerged victorious via TKO due to a doctor’s stoppage caused by a cut sustained by Diaz. This time, however, the two gladiators will ditch the octagon for the boxing ring, with the stakes higher than ever before.

Diaz, known for his unorthodox striking and relentless pressure, made his professional boxing debut last August against the controversial YouTuber-turned-prizefighter Jake Paul. Despite entering the bout with an arm injury, Diaz showcased his boxing prowess, ultimately falling short in a hard-fought decision loss. Now, with the opportunity to avenge his previous defeat against Masvidal, the Stockton native is hungrier than ever for redemption.

On the other hand, Masvidal, whose meteoric rise to stardom was fueled by his infamous “three-piece and a soda” knockout of Ben Askren, is eager to prove that his previous victory over Diaz was no fluke. Having announced his retirement from MMA following a loss to Gilbert Burns in April 2023, this boxing match against Diaz presents Masvidal with a chance to cement his legacy as one of the most formidable strikers in combat sports history.

The animosity between these two combatants is palpable, with Masvidal already firing verbal shots at his opponent. “Nate’s a dead man walking,” Masvidal declared in a statement. “I can’t wait to prove that last time was no fluke. He got saved by the referee. Now we are boxing, which he says is his forte, but he’s got no shot at beating me. I’m not going to give him an inch in that ring to even breathe.”

Organized by Fanmio, the same company that distributed the highly successful Floyd Mayweather vs. Logan Paul boxing event in 2021, this Diaz vs. Masvidal rematch promises to be a groundbreaking spectacle that will transcend the boundaries of combat sports. Solomon Engel, Fanmio CEO, expressed his excitement, stating, “Being able to put together the Diaz vs. Masvidal rematch in the boxing ring is in line with our vision of bringing the most entertaining fights to the world of combat sports.”

As the countdown to June 1st begins, fans and pundits alike are buzzing with anticipation. Will Diaz exact his revenge and silence his detractors? Or will Masvidal solidify his dominance over his rival and cement his legacy as the undisputed “BMF”? Regardless of the outcome, this clash between two titans promises to be an unforgettable spectacle that will undoubtedly leave an indelible mark on the annals of combat sports history.