In an instant following his win over Anthony Pettis in August, Nate Diaz managed to inspire a new title that’s being introduced at UFC 244, and it might actually mean more to him than the gold belt that says welterweight champion.
Back at UFC 241, Diaz earned his first win in more than three years, and he immediately turned his attention towards Masvidal, who was coming off back-to-back knockouts against Darren Till and Ben Askren.
Diaz complimented Masvidal’s longevity in the sport. That staying power also made him want to fight the veteran.