From his epic bouts inside the octagon to his infamous incident with Conor McGregor at a press conference, Nate Diaz defines what a fighter is. His determination and skills have made him a revered figure in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). One part of his game that often gets overlooked, though, is his background in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). Not only is Diaz a practitioner, but his lineage also traces back to some of the most prominent names in the sport.
The Beginning: An Introduction to the Art
Nate Diaz, alongside his brother Nick, was introduced to martial arts at a very young age.