G. Durinho weighing in for the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Even after challenging him after winning his last fight, Gilbert Durinho did not hide his admiration for the controversial Nate diaz. In an interview with 'MMA fighting', the Brazilian fighter declared that he finds the North American's style amusing and admitted that he likes the 'loud-mouth' athlete.
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"I like him. He is very funny. Nate is a lot of fun. I'm not going to say I don't like him, I like him, I watch him. Even though I don't think Diaz can be a champion, I think he's a lot of fun. I like the guy. He’s very funny, this guy, even the way he talks,” said Durinho.
After his victory over Stephen Thompson No. UFC 264, Durinho launched a series of challenges against elite welterweight fighters, between them, Nate diaz. Current number two in the category ranking, Gilbert dreams of a new opportunity to get a rematch against the champion Kamaru Usman. In the first duel, in February of this year, the Nigerian knocked out the Brazilian in the third round. The Brazilian athlete has a history of 20 triumphs and four setbacks.
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