Nate Diaz lists his favorite athletes in MMA history and excludes legend

N. Diaz ended his contract with Ultimate in UFC 279. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Out of the UFC roster since completing the last fight on his contract, Nate diaz selected its selection of the best MMA representatives. Sharp as usual, o'bad boy' did not shy away from controversy and excluded a legend from the list. The athlete, however, reinforced his admiration for a Brazilian standout.

"Anderson Silva, Georges St-Pierre, Fedor (Emelianenko). These are among the best of all time,” said Diaz, in an interview with 'ESPN'.

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As soon as he pointed out the three highlights, Nate was asked about the absence of Jon Jones, a reference in UFC light heavyweights (up to 93kg.). The athlete, then, didn't dodge and tried to detonate his compatriot.

"Who? Jon Jones? Out of question. He used steroids. Although Anderson also used it. With all due respect, but if you use steroids, don't hide. I'm not bothered. I face 'bombs', but they need to know what you use. You use your steroids and I smoke weed. That's why I'm the greatest in this sport. Nobody took on the challenges that I took on”, he concluded.

No UFC 279, Diaz ended his career as an Ultimate representative. As his last opponent, the North American had Tony Ferguson. In combat, the 'bad boy' finished 'Bicho Papão' in the fourth round, winning again after more than three years.