Dustin Poirier says he's a fan of Nate Diaz and admits frustration if he can't face 'bad boy' in the UFC

D. Poirier (left) and N. Diaz (right) have been flirting with a confrontation for a few months. Photo: SUPER FIGHTS montage

Former UFC interim lightweight champion (up to 70,3kg), Dustin poirier continues 'on campaign' to carry out a confrontation against Nate diaz. Willing to measure forces with the 'bad boy' of MMA, the North American admitted to being a fan of his possible rival and revealed that he will be frustrated if the clash doesn't get off the ground. In an interview with 'The MMA Hour', the 'Diamond' spoke about the subject.

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"Nate diaz, get your head straight. It’s a fun fight for me,” said Poirier.

Former interim lightweight champion, Poirier went further. In order to draw the attention of thebad boy', the athlete admitted to being a fan of the fighter

“I've been watching your fights since I lived at my mom's house, fighting on 'Spike TV'. I'm a fan of him and his brother (Nick Diaz) there are a lot of fans. If he leaves the UFC and I don't have the chance to touch that chin, it will be regrettable”, he concluded.

The favorite of North American fans, Diaz is one commitment away from the end of his contract with Ultimate. Without fighting for almost a year, the athlete continues the challenge confirmed by the organization.