NATE DIAZ VS. JORGE MASVIDAL 2: OPEN WORKOUT IGNITES FIGHT WEEK
Kicking off fight week for their highly anticipated boxing match, Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal held an open workout in Los Angeles. The old MMA rivals will face off live on pay-per-view from the Honda Center in Anaheim, CA, on Saturday, July 6.
Masvidal defeated Diaz via third-round TKO due to a cut over Diaz's right eye, claiming the “BMF” belt at UFC 244 in November 2019. This time, they meet in a 10-round boxing match at light heavyweight. “We’re ready to fight, nothing else,” said Nate Diaz. “It’s kill or be killed. He’s done a lot of impressive sh*t, but I’m gonna be ready for him.”
Jorge Masvidal expressed confidence, saying, “At the end of the day, when I get in that ring, it’s all business. I’m gonna beat the sh*t out of Nate Diaz. I know people gotta cheer for their boy out here on the West Coast, but I’m gonna destroy that boy.”
The open workout at NOVO at L.A. Live also featured fighters from the Diaz vs. Masvidal 2 undercard. Two-time middleweight champion Daniel Jacobs makes his ring return against Shane Mosley Jr. at super middleweight. “This is my last run toward the Hall of Fame,” said Jacobs. “I’m already a two-time champion, but there’s more for me to accomplish.”
Shane Mosley Jr. shared his excitement: “Every fight is the fight of my life, so Saturday night is another. I’m ready. I’m super excited. I get to fight a two-time world champion, and I’m excited for the opportunity.”
In a lightweight bout, Sean Garcia faces Amado Vargas. “I’m just locked in and ready for this fight,” said Vargas. Garcia added, “I feel ready to go. This is a great opportunity, and I’ve trained really hard to show out on Saturday night.”
Also on the card is a lightweight bout between Devin Cushing and Manuel Correa. “I’m so blessed to be here,” said Cushing. Correa promised a great show for the West Coast fans.
Chris Avila faces Anthony Pettis, who said, “We’re coming for the knockout. This guy is getting knocked out. Chris Avila is not my level. I’m gonna show that this weekend and keep moving forward.”
Among the prelims, Alan Sanchez faces Luis Lopez at welterweight, Kenneth Lopez meets Andres Martinez at super middleweight, and Jose Aguayo takes on Bryce Logan at welterweight. Plus, Steven Dunn goes up against Gabriel Aguilar Costa at heavyweight, and Luciano Ramos and Dan Hernandez clash at super lightweight.
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