Nate Diaz targets Jake Paul rematch—but only under MMA rules after Perry showdown
Nate Diaz is set to return to the ring on 16 May, this time facing Mike Perry in an MVP event. The fight follows Diaz's high-profile boxing match against Jake Paul last summer. Now, Diaz has made it clear he wants a rematch—but under MMA rules instead of boxing. Diaz and Paul clashed in a boxing bout in August 2023, with Paul winning by decision. The victory earned Paul the nickname 'The Problem Child' and marked a significant moment in his boxing career. Diaz, however, remains confident he can defeat Paul, calling him out for a future fight under MMA regulations.
Since his loss to Diaz, Perry has shifted focus away from traditional MMA. He last fought in Nemacolin, Pennsylvania, in August 2023, then moved into bare-knuckle boxing and standard boxing. His recent wins include a bare-knuckle victory over Thiago Alves, with more boxing matches planned until 2026. Diaz has not held back in his predictions for both opponents. He described Perry as a *'real challenge'* for their upcoming match but was even more blunt about Paul. In recent interviews, Diaz claimed he would *'wipe the floor'* with Paul if they fought again—this time in an MMA cage rather than a boxing ring.
The 16 May bout against Perry will test Diaz's skills in a different format. If successful, a potential MMA rematch with Paul could follow. For now, Diaz remains focused on proving himself against Perry before turning his attention back to Paul.
