The climate between Nate diaz e Charles of the Bronx Things got heated. The veteran American publicly criticized the Brazilian after a potential fight was ignored and also lashed out at the decision of the former lightweight champion (up to 70,3 kg) and current 'BMF' belt holder to challenge him. Conor McGregor after winning the symbolic title at UFC 326 on March 7th in Las Vegas (USA).
In an interview with the website 'MMA Fighting', Diaz stated that he always saw the point in a duel against Charles of the Bronx Because of their long careers within the organization. The American also downplayed the Brazilian's status as favorite in a potential matchup.
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"Do Bronx won the belt and I was waiting for something to happen. Charles is the guy. I've been in the UFC longer than him. Everyone thinks he would destroy me, but I think: 'Okay'. I've always wondered why Charles and I never fought."
When I was destroying everyone, Do Bronx was getting beaten up pretty badly, and now he's suddenly appeared out of nowhere. So, when he finally won the belt and became prominent, I thought, 'Wow, I'd fight Charles.'
So I asked him what his deal was. With all due respect, I'd like to fight him. He's been around for a long time, but he replied: 'No, thanks, bro. I'm trying to fight for belts and do big things.'
Then I thought, 'Okay, you got me there.' I don't have a belt, so you can use that as an excuse, you son of a bitch,” Diaz stated.
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Nate diaz He also showed irritation when recalling that, shortly after refusing the challenge, Charles of the Bronx He began to call for a fight against Conor McGregorAccording to the American, the Brazilian chose to target a rival in poor form, coming off a serious injury and recent defeats.
“I was like, ‘You’re picking a guy who’s been getting beaten up all the time, you son of a b*tch?’ You’re full of shit. You think you’re tough, and that’s why I talked about Charles. I have nothing against him beyond that.”
'No, thanks, bro, I'm going after bigger and better things.' Like what? Picking a guy who's been getting beat up all the time? That's ridiculous. Those are exactly the guys I want to fight. I fight the bullies,” Diaz explained in an interview with 'MMA Fighting'.
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