Despite going the distance, Nate Diaz failed to win against Jake Paul in his pro-boxing debut.
‘The Problem Child’ looked better than Diaz inside the ring, pulling off more power punches throughout. Following a brief collision of 10 rounds, Jake Paul secured the win via unanimous decision.
A lot of it has to do with the fifth-round knockdown that put Jake Paul over Diaz. Unaware of Paul’s power, Diaz consumed a hefty punch and was put right on the canvas.
The UFC veteran, however, got back to is feet and traded shots with Paul. Not to forget, Nate Diaz also unloaded showboating in his unique style, thrilling everyone watching the contest.
Nevertheless, it wasn’t enough to pin a win over Jake Paul but a rematch under MMA rules is still valid between the two.
Prior to the fight, Jake Paul had vowed to meet Nate Diaz inside the octagon after they are done fighting in the squared circle.
It remains to be seen whether Jake Paul stands by his word.
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The Fight Community Didn’t Seem Impressed with Jake Paul Beating Nate Diaz
Post-fight, Nate Diaz didn’t receive a pleasant welcome from the people present in the arena. Despite winning, fight fans downplayed ‘The Problem Child’ but Jake Paul seemed unbothered by his criticism.
He said, “He [Nate Diaz] is tough, he is real tough. That’s what he is known for. But tough in this sport doesn’t work. Boo if you are a virgin.”
Fight veterans also took to social media and offered their honest reactions to the fight. Not many people seemed allured by Paul’s performance. Here’s a look at it.
Fuck this , sweetie what’s up
— Conor McGregor (@TheNotoriousMMA) August 6, 2023
Jake will KO Nate..
— Devin Haney (@Realdevinhaney) August 5, 2023
Dang is Diaz starting to wear him out???
— Funky (@Benaskren) August 6, 2023
Yes facts remains I’ll get @jakepaul too. The level that of skill being displayed is mediocre
— Claressa Gwoat Shields (@Claressashields) August 6, 2023
Paul vs Diaz Full Fight Card Results
Jake Paul defeats Nate Diaz via unanimous decision
Amanda Serrano defeats Heather Hardy via unanimous decision
Chris Avila defeats Jeremy Stephens via unanimous decision
Ashton Sylve defeats William Silva via 4th Round Knockout
Shadasia Green defeats Olivia Curry via unanimous decision
Alan Sanchez defeats Angel Beltran via unanimous decision
