Nate Diaz reveals that he trained for just three days for the fight against McGregor

N. Diaz (photo): preparation for UFC 196 was far from ideal. Photo: Brandon Magnus/UFC

Many athletes say that the ideal preparation time for a fight is three months, including physical, technical and tactical training. Called in haste to face Conor McGregor in the main fight of UFC 196, however, Nate diaz far from this deadline in its camp. In an interview after the event's open training sessions this Wednesday (02), in Las Vegas (USA), Diaz revealed that he had trained for just three days for the fight, and explained that this was the main reason for asking for the fight at middle weight. average.

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“Conor didn’t want to fight at welterweight, I asked him to. I did a three-day training camp for this fight, as I accepted at the last minute. So if I wasn't going to have a full training camp, why would I cut weight? I'm a lightweight and I'm a martial artist, I don't need a weight division. People are talking about my shape, but do I need to be in better shape to win?” said Diaz.

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Always controversial and owner of controversial statements, Nate diaz surprised and said complimentary words about his opponent McGregor. “Of course Conor is good for the sport and good for everyone’s pockets. He says a lot of things that I agree with. I like his fighting style a lot more than a lot of other people. I guess I can say I appreciate it when someone comes in to actually fight and that’s what he’s doing,” he concluded.