Jorge Masvidal Linked To Nate Diaz Rematch In Boxing
Highlights
- Masvidal's "unretirement" sparks speculation of a potential boxing match against Diaz in Las Vegas.
- Diaz had a more successful UFC career following his loss to Masvidal, including a recent victory over Ferguson.
- Cormier doubts Diaz's ability to win a boxing match against Masvidal, citing Masvidal's striking skills as superior.
Following Masvidal's announcement of his "unretirement," speculations have emerged about his potential return for a boxing match against Nate Diaz later this year in Las Vegas. Masvidal's most recent victory occurred in the octagon, securing the "BMF" title with a Round 3 doctor's stoppage TKO against Diaz in November 2019.
Post their initial encounter, Masvidal faced a setback in the UFC, losing his subsequent four bouts, including two unsuccessful attempts to capture the welterweight title against Kamaru Usman. His retirement in April followed a defeat against Gilbert Burns.
In contrast, Diaz had only two more UFC fights after his loss to Masvidal. He suffered a loss to Leon Edwards but concluded his UFC career on a high note by submitting Tony Ferguson in the main event of UFC 279. Following this victory, Diaz departed the UFC to explore other interests, including a long-discussed boxing match with Jake Paul. The anticipated fight materialized in August, ending in Diaz losing via a unanimous decision.
Daniel Cormier Doesn’t Think Nate Diaz Can Beat Jorge Masvidal
The UFC Legend Explained His Prediction
Daniel Cormier shares his perspective on a potential boxing match between Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal. On his ESPN show "DC & RC," Cormier expresses his reservations about the matchup, emphasizing that in the realm of mixed martial arts, Masvidal showcased superior striking skills, while Diaz excelled in grappling and wrestling.
According to Cormier, limiting Diaz to a boxing match, the one area where he was perceived to have an advantage in their initial fight, could pose challenges. He anticipates a tough scenario for Nate Diaz in such a bout.
Jorge Masvidal vs. Nate Diaz Betting Odds
The Fight Isn’t Confirmed But Already Has Odds
According to MMA Fighting, the current odds favor Jorge Masvidal at -325, indicating a 76.5 percent probability of him winning the fight. A $100 bet on Masvidal is projected to return $30.77. On the other hand, Nate Diaz, with odds at +250, holds a 28.6 percent chance of winning, and a $100 bet on Diaz is expected to yield $250. It's worth noting that Masvidal was a less significant favorite in their initial matchup for the inaugural 'BMF Championship' at UFC 244 in 2019.
Masvidal emerged victorious in that contest with a Doctor Stoppage due to a cut at the end of the third round. Some viewers believed the fight was halted prematurely, attributing it to Diaz's tendency to bleed easily.
