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Dana White: Nate Diaz Chose MVP’s May 16 MMA Return After ‘Offer He Couldn’t Refuse’

White signals no bad blood, keeping a potential UFC reunion on the table.

Overview

  • Diaz is set to face Mike Perry on May 16 at the Intuit Dome on a Netflix card headlined by Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano.
  • White confirmed he met Diaz a couple of weeks earlier to discuss a UFC return before Diaz signed with Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions.
  • White said Diaz received an offer he "couldn't refuse" and stated he is happy for the former UFC star.
  • White said the UFC has not closed the door on Diaz, noting that plans could depend on how the Perry fight plays out.
  • Reports indicate Diaz’s agreement with MVP may be a one-fight deal, though some commentators argue it could still complicate an immediate UFC return.