In a few short years Jake Paul vs. Nate Diaz has morphed from an absurd notion into an inevitability and a reminder that, in combat sports, anything can happen.
This transformation is thanks to Paul showing he’s a viable draw in the boxing ring and Diaz gaining his freedom from the UFC thanks to his win over Tony Ferguson at UFC 279 (his final contractually obligated appearance).
With Diaz now free to decided who, where and how he wants to fight (what a concept!) the stars are starting to align for what could be the most lucrative venture of his career.