Mike Perry proposes to be the backup fighter in case Jake Paul doesn’t show up against Nate Diaz

Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz boxing bout got the backup fighter. If Paul doesn't show up against Nate Diaz, Mike Perry is ready to put his gloves on.

Mike Perry proposes to be the backup fighter in case Jake Paul doesn’t show up against Nate Diaz

Nate Diaz and Mike Perry (Image via MMA fighting/MMA Mania)

Former UFC welterweight fighter Mike Perry has expressed interest in being the backup fighter for the upcoming boxing match between Nate Diaz and Jake Paul. Perry, known by his nickname “Platinum,” specifically reached out to Diaz, who hails from Stockton, California, offering to step in if Paul decides to withdraw from the bout unexpectedly.

After having 15 UFC fights, Mike Perry signed a contract in October 2021 to compete in the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) for three fights. Over the course of his BKFC career, the 31-year-old emerged victorious in all three bouts. He secured victory against notable fighters such as Michael Page from Bellator and Luke Rockhold, a former UFC middleweight champion, in his most recent two matches.

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Considering his performance in the BKFC, Perry thinks his resilience as a fighter could be a good fit as a replacement/backup opponent for a tough fighter like Nate Diaz. In his tweet, Perry said, “I should be the back-up fighter in case @jakepaul doesn’t show up to fight @NateDiaz209.”

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The upcoming boxing showdown between Jake Paul and Nate Diaz is scheduled for August 5, 2023. This event will serve as Nate Diaz’s first professional boxing match after his successful career as a UFC welterweight star. He will be facing Jake Paul, who has a professional boxing record of six wins and one loss, in addition to being a popular YouTuber. Both Paul and Diaz have swapped allegations of fear and have declared firmly that their opponent will withdraw from the bout.

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Mike Perry once got the opportunity to hang out with Nate Diaz and his team

Mike Perry ready To fight against Nate Diaz in boxing bout
Mike Perry ready To fight against Nate Diaz in boxing bout (Image via Reddit)

During an interview, the former UFC fighter, Mike Perry revealed how he met Nate Diaz. He revealed how once he got the opportunity to hang out with Diaz and his crew. Perry revealed that they attended fights, hit the club scene, and just chilled together. He described the experience as exactly what one would expect.

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According to the BKFC star, while they were partying in the club, Nate Diaz was leading the group, pushing people out of the way and even slapping a few. Things escalated when Nate got into a fight with another guy, and he knocked the guy out cold. Perry was just there, witnessing it all unfold before his eyes. He expressed how incredible the whole experience was and how it lived up to his expectations.

Many fans are also anticipating Perry to fight Conor McGregor after he called out the former UFC champion at a BKFC event. At BKFC 41, Perry defeated Luke Rockhold via doctor stoppage. Later during the post-fight interview, he asked ringside sitting McGregor to come inside the ring. Both fighters exchanged some words and they both agreed to fight against each other in the future.

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