Poirier Hints at Boxing Match with Diaz Under Zuffa Boxing
Retired UFC star Dustin 'The Diamond' Poirier has sparked intrigue by hinting at a possible boxing match with Nate Diaz under the newly announced Zuffa Boxing banner. The two fighters, despite being fan favorites, never faced off in the UFC.
Poirier, who confirmed his retirement after his last UFC fight at UFC 318 in his hometown of New Orleans, initially seemed set on hanging up his gloves. However, in a recent social media post, he suggested he might consider one more fight - a boxing match against Diaz. Poirier described Diaz as 'the one that got away', indicating a sense of unfinished business.
Zuffa Boxing, a new venture by UFC's parent company TKO, plans to host 12 annual events starting in 2026. The first event is set to take place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. If Poirier vs. Diaz materializes, it would be a straight boxing match, not a mixed martial arts bout.
While Poirier's retirement plans remain uncertain, his potential boxing match with Diaz has generated excitement among fans. If the fight goes ahead, it would be one of the first events under Zuffa Boxing's new banner, promising an intriguing start to their annual series.
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