A rematch of a marquee UFC headliner will transform the boxing ring on June 1 as Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal face off at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California. The two initially clashed in MMA for the mythical BMF title at UFC 244 on November 2, 2019, at Madison Square Garden, where Masvidal triumphed via TKO due to a doctor’s stoppage.
The upcoming 10-round light heavyweight bout marks a significant shift from the Octagon to the ring, signaling both fighters’ departure from MMA to professional boxing.
Event Details:
The event, dubbed “Last Man Standing” and distributed by Fanmio, promises to bring intense action and drama. A multi-city promotional tour is planned to hype up this highly anticipated rematch.
Background:
Diaz and Masvidal are among the most prominent figures in UFC history and have contributed to three of the top ten UFC pay-per-view events ever. Diaz ventured into professional boxing in August last year, facing YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul, despite battling an arm injury. Meanwhile, Masvidal returns to competition following his retirement in April 2023 after a defeat by Gilbert Burns in the UFC.
The Rematch Motivation:
The rematch stems from their first encounter, which ended controversially due to a cut on Diaz. Masvidal seeks to eliminate any doubts about his victory, stating, “Nate’s a dead man walking… I’m going to drown him. All that talk ends June 1.” Diaz is driven by a desire for revenge and to showcase his prowess in what he considers his forte—boxing.
Quotes from the Fighters:
Masvidal expressed his readiness and intent to dominate, highlighting his superiority and meaner fighting style. Diaz, on the other hand, aims to rectify the outcome of their previous meeting and prove his capabilities in the squared circle.
Promotional Strategy:
Fanmio, known for hosting significant combat sports events like Floyd Mayweather vs. Logan Paul, aims to make this event a landmark in boxing. Solomon Engel, Fanmio’s CEO, emphasized the goal of transcending the world of combat sports by showcasing this high-stakes rematch.
As June 1 approaches, the sports world buzzes with anticipation for what promises to be a historic clash between two of combat sports’ fiercest rivals. Stay tuned and follow the buildup on all social media platforms with the hashtag #DiazMasvidal.
