Nick Diaz

Description: (Former MMA Fighter)

American mixed martial artist Nick Diaz is currently associated with the middleweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). Apart from winning a WEC Welterweight Championship, Diaz has also been a Strikeforce and IFC Welterweight Champion. Diaz had a difficult childhood, while his mother struggled to raise him and his siblings almost single-handedly. His brother, Nate, too later grew up to be a UFC fighter. In 2013, Diaz announced his retirement after losing to Georges St-Pierre. After losing his come-back match against Anderson Silva in 2015, he was suspended for 5 years and fined for testing positive for cannabis. His punishment was reduced upon his appeal. However, Diaz lost his second come-back match, in 2021, against Robbie Lawler, too. Apart from UFC, Diaz has also fought in PRIDE, DREAM, EliteXC, Shooto, and other promotions. He and his brother, Nate, now run a Brazilian jiu-jitsu school and advocate for cannabis use.

Overview

Birthday August 2, 1983 (Leo)
Born In United States
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Alternative names Nicholas Robert Diaz
Height 185 cm
Parents Robert Diaz
Melissa Diaz
Relatives Nate Diaz, Nina Diaz

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What is Nick Diaz's fighting style? Nick Diaz is known for his aggressive and relentless fighting style, utilizing a combination of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, boxing, and Muay Thai.
Has Nick Diaz ever held a UFC title? Yes, Nick Diaz held the Strikeforce Welterweight Championship before transitioning to the UFC, where he competed in the welterweight division but did not win a UFC title.
Has Nick Diaz ever fought Conor McGregor? No, Nick Diaz has not fought Conor McGregor. His brother, Nate Diaz, has fought McGregor twice in highly anticipated bouts.
What is Nick Diaz's fighting nickname? Nick Diaz is often referred to as "The Stockton Slugger" due to his aggressive fighting style and his roots in Stockton, California.
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