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Nate Diaz Signals UFC Return for BMF Pursuit, Issues Apology Over 'Slap' Comment

The veteran’s callout has revived talk of a White House return, with no fight agreed with the UFC.

Overview

  • Nate Diaz posted that he plans to come back to the UFC to chase the BMF title he helped popularize, writing, “I’ll see you soon, I’m coming.”
  • Following an interview clip that caused confusion, Diaz clarified he did not threaten to slap Max Holloway, said the remark was about Charles Oliveira, and apologized for the “rude” comment.
  • Max Holloway is the reigning BMF titleholder and is scheduled to defend the belt against Charles Oliveira at UFC 326 on March 7 in Las Vegas.
  • UFC president Dana White and matchmakers are working on the June 14 White House card, but no bouts have been announced and Diaz is not booked.
  • Diaz’s last UFC fight was a 2022 submission win over Tony Ferguson, and his recent boxing outings against Jake Paul (loss) and Jorge Masvidal (win) leave questions about weight class and opponent fit for a return.