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Nate Diaz waited nearly five years and even switched sports to settle the score with Jorge Masvidal. In an electrifying 10-round boxing match at the sold-out Honda Center in Anaheim, California, Diaz secured a majority decision victory over Masvidal, showcasing relentless volume and pressure that kept his opponent on the defensive.
From the start, Diaz utilized his signature style, throwing punches in bunches and backing Masvidal against the ropes. Despite Masvidal landing more powerful shots, Diaz’s constant aggression swayed the judges, who scored the fight 97-93 and 98-92 in his favor, with one judge calling it a 95-95 draw.
“It feels good to get the job done,” Diaz said post-fight. “Mission accomplished. I could feel the love out here every time. Shout out to California. It’s all love. It’s always been respect for anyone I’m fighting. He showed up and came to fight and so did I, so it’s all good.”
The fight's momentum shifted frequently, with Diaz's relentless pressure contrasting Masvidal's powerful counter-punching. In the second round, Masvidal started finding his range, landing stiff shots, but Diaz's volume kept him in control.
As the rounds progressed, Diaz's endurance shone through. His relentless pace wore down Masvidal, who struggled to keep up. Even as Masvidal landed significant punches, Diaz's constant barrage kept the judges' attention.
By the final round, Diaz continued to dominate with a flurry of combinations, while Masvidal responded with powerful, yet sporadic, counterpunches. The final moments saw both fighters exchanging heavy blows, leaving the crowd excitedly roaring.
Despite the loss, Masvidal felt he had done enough to win.
“I thought I won,” Masvidal said. “I thought I hit the harder shots. We can do it again, we’re 1-1. We’ll find a place and do it again. I definitely thought I landed more meaningful shots. The harder shots, 100 percent I landed them. Nate wants to run it again, we can.”
The thrilling match and the palpable tension between the fighters hint at a possible rematch, given the enthusiastic response from fans. Diaz, however, has his sights set on future challenges, including a potential bout with Jake Paul and a return to the UFC.
With his victory over Masvidal, Diaz has not only avenged an old loss but also set the stage for exciting future battles, both in boxing and potentially back in the UFC.
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