Nate Diaz considers future options in MMA after recent fight setbacks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 1:57 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Nate Diaz discussed his potential next moves during Scott Coker's Ki MMA launch event in New York. Diaz is weighing options, including a rematch with Mike Perry, who recently sustained an injury. Despite past setbacks, Diaz remains open to fighting in a ring or cage, citing excitement over the different competitive dynamics. He emphasized a desire to fight at least twice in 2027 and expressed disinterest in a matchup with Dillon Danis, criticizing Danis's fight credibility.
- •Nate Diaz recently spoke at Scott Coker's Ki MMA event in New York.
- •Diaz is open to options, including a rematch with Mike Perry.
- •He aims to fight at least twice in 2027 after limited activity since mid-2024.
- •Diaz criticized Dillon Danis, stating he does not consider him a legitimate opponent.
- •He expressed a preference for fights in a ring over a cage.
- 1:57 AMYahoo Sports — Nate Diaz weighs next options: Mike Perry? Scott Coker? MVP? Definitely no Dillon Danis
"What's Nate Diaz up to these days? He gave an update at Scott Coker's Ki MMA launch event.
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