In incredible fight, Diaz survives punishment and submits McGregor at UFC 196

Diaz submitted McGregor at UFC 196. Photo: Disclosure/UFC

UFC 196 was definitely the event for the underdogs. After Miesha Tate finalize Holly holm and win the women's bantamweight category belt, Nate diaz surprised, survived a great punishment and finished Conor McGregor on Saturday night (5) in Las Vegas, in the United States.

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As expected, the two put on a great show in the octagon. McGregor managed to land good blows, especially straight lefts and thigh kicks, which undermined Diaz's situation. In the second round, the American already had a large cut and swelling over his right eye.

McGregor continued to mix attacks and provocations in the fight, always with his guard down. Diaz landed a good right on the Irishman's chin, which shook him, and continued going forward to try to end the fight. McGregor attempted the takedown and ended up landing on the bottom – it was the cue the American needed to land blows on his rival.

In an attempt to survive, McGregor ended up turning his back and was easy prey for Diaz's rear naked choke. The “three taps” came at 4:12 of the second round.

In his cool style, Diaz celebrated in his own style: “I'm not surprised, you sons of bitches,” he said, drawing laughter from the audience. “My jiu-jitsu always makes a difference when I get to the ground,” he declared. McGregor avoided making excuses and recognized his rival's superiority. “I am humble in victory and defeat. Nate accepted the fight at the last minute and was efficient. I did not go. I took a risk, I learned, but it didn't work out. I will accept defeat like a man, like a champion, and come back,” he said.

UFC 196 results:

MAIN CARD

Nate diaz finished Conor McGregor with a rear naked choke at 4:12 of R2

Miesha Tate finished Holly holm with a rear naked choke at 3:30 of R5

Ilir Latifi derrotou Gian Villante in the unanimous decision of the judges (triple 30 to 27)

Corey anderson defeated Tom Lawlor via unanimous decision (double 30-27, 29-28)

Amanda nunes derrotou Valentina Shevchenko in the unanimous decision of the judges (double 29 to 27, 29 to 28)

PRELIMINARY CARD

Siyar Bahadurzada submitted Brandon thatch with a katagatame at 4min11s of R3

Nordine Taleb KO Erick silva with a punch at 1min34s of R3

Darren Elkins defeated Chas Skelly via unanimous decision (30-27, 29-27, 30-26)

Diego Sanchez derrotou Jim Miller in the unanimous decision of the judges (triple 29 to 28)

Jason Saggo defeated Justin Salas via TKO at 4:31 of R1

Teruto Ishihara knocked out julian erosa with punches at 34s of R2

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