After their thrilling 2019 UFC clash, bitter rivals Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal will settle their score once again, this time in a boxing ring. The highly anticipated rematch is set to ignite the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, on September 25, 2023. With a storied history between the two fighters, the rematch promises to deliver another unforgettable night of combat.
The world of combat sports is abuzz with excitement as former UFC stars Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal prepare to lock horns for the second time, this time in the boxing ring. After their epic 2019 UFC clash, the bitter rivals will square off once more, determined to settle their unfinished business.
Diaz vs. Masvidal II: Rematch in the Squared Circle
The animosity between Diaz and Masvidal has been simmering for years. In 2017, Masvidal accused Diaz of disrespecting him and his friend Jorge Rivera. The tension escalated in 2019 when Diaz mocked Masvidal's "BMF" title after defeating Anthony Pettis.
Their first UFC encounter in November 2019 was a highly anticipated affair. Masvidal entered the fight as the favorite, but Diaz's relentless pressure and unorthodox striking proved too much to handle. The fight ended abruptly when Masvidal suffered a doctor's stoppage due to cuts.
Now, nearly four years later, the rematch will take place on September 25, 2023, at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. This time, the fighters will not be restricted by the UFC's ruleset, allowing them to engage in a more traditional boxing match.
Diaz is known for his relentless pressure, iron chin, and unorthodox striking. In the boxing ring, he is expected to employ the same grinding style that has earned him victories over the likes of Conor McGregor and Anthony Pettis.
Masvidal, on the other hand, is a skilled boxer with heavy hands and a strong defense. He is likely to use his reach advantage and superior technical skills to outpoint Diaz from a distance. However, his cardio has been questioned, and Diaz's pressure could force him to tire.
The Diaz vs. Masvidal II undercard will feature a number of intriguing matchups, including:
* Romero vs. Smith
* Thompson vs. Holland
* Luque vs. Neal
* Strickland vs. Hermansson
The event will be aired live on DAZN worldwide.
Masvidal is currently a slight favorite to win the rematch, but Diaz has proven time and again that he can defy the odds. The boxing landscape is unpredictable, and either fighter could emerge victorious.
The Diaz vs. Masvidal II rematch is a highly anticipated event that is sure to capture the attention of combat sports fans worldwide. With both fighters eager to prove their superiority, the atmosphere at the Hard Rock Stadium is sure to be electric. Whether it's Diaz's relentless pressure or Masvidal's superior boxing skills that prevail, the rematch promises to be another unforgettable chapter in the storied rivalry between these two warriors.
