Nate Diaz Boasts Making More Money Than UFC Champion Daniel Cormier in Verbal Attack

UFC legend Daniel Cormier once again catches an emasculating stray from Nate Diaz as the Stockton star prepares for his return under MVP MMA.

Nate Diaz Boasts Making More Money Than UFC Champion Daniel Cormier in Verbal Attack

Daniel Cormier catches a stray from Nate Diaz (via Forbes, MMA Fighting)

In Short
  • Nate Diaz claims he has earned more money than UFC champion Daniel Cormier during a recent interview.
  • The rivalry between Diaz and Cormier has intensified following critical comments about Diaz's performance in his last UFC fight.
  • Diaz is set to return to MMA after nearly four years, facing Mike Perry on May 16, while Cormier continues his broadcasting career.

Nate Diaz remains one of the most popular fighters in UFC history, known for his unorthodox, flashy striking and his Stockton gangster persona. He has consistently used that identity in trash talk, taking shots at fighters who question his ability. One constant target has been Daniel Cormier, who has caught several strays from Diaz over the years. That pattern has continued again with Diaz recently taking aim at DC.

Cormier has a strong legacy in the sport, backed by his credentials as an Olympian and a two-division UFC champion. Following his retirement in 2020, Cormier transitioned into broadcasting, becoming a regular commentator for major events and analysis desks. He has also expanded his media presence by launching and running his own podcast on YouTube, where he covers ongoing developments.

However, Diaz recently appeared on This Past Weekend, hosted by popular comedian Theo Von, a show that has featured several UFC fighters over the years, with the Stockton star becoming the latest guest. During the appearance, Diaz showcased his unfiltered personality by sharing humorous anecdotes before the conversation shifted toward his assessment of Cormier’s career in an expletive-filled rant.

What happened in your career then? Why are you saying all this now Mr Know It All? I made more than you ever did in your whole career Mr Champion. I have never seen a single DC fight in my life except for that time when we were on the same card and he was picking up some dude and walking around and I look back at the screen and he was knocked out. That’s the only DC fight I ever saw and he wants to talk about how I should fight and do better. Are you mad because you were the champion and I got paid way more money than you?

Nate Diaz via This Past Weekend

The rivalry between Cormier and Diaz dates back to the former double champion’s critical assessment of the Stockton native’s final UFC bout against Tony Ferguson at UFC 279. Cormier stated that Diaz delayed the finish and could have secured a submission earlier in the fight. That evaluation sparked a sharp response from Diaz, who fired back with an expletive-filled rebuttal and directed insults toward Cormier.

Cormier also strongly opposed the idea of Diaz headlining the UFC’s first event at the Las Vegas Sphere, which materialized as UFC 306 on Mexican Independence Day in 2024. The disagreement escalated when the ‘Stockton Gangster’ posted a trolling video of Cormier reacting emotionally to his title win. DC countered by reminding that Diaz was not in the same tier in terms of achievements in the sport.

These latest comments from Nate Diaz come as he prepares to return to MMA after nearly four years away, signing with MVP MMA to face Mike Perry at the Intuit Dome on May 16. Meanwhile, Daniel Cormier remains active in broadcasting, recently conducting post-fight interviews at UFC Seattle. The contrast highlights how both figures continue shaping the sport in different roles despite their tensions.

Nate Diaz reveals why he turned down trilogy fight against UFC superstar

Nate Diaz had been actively advocating for his return over the past few months, making his intentions clear across multiple appearances. He was vocal about wanting a spot on the upcoming UFC White House event and consistently pushed for a high-profile comeback. Diaz also directed his calls toward UFC CEO Dana White, outlining potential opponents as he sought a return to the UFC.

Nate Diaz talks about his next fight
Nate Diaz talks about his next fight (via MMA Fighting)

One major name linked to Diaz’s return was Conor McGregor, with whom he shares an unfinished rivalry from their previous two bouts. Diaz secured the first win at UFC 196, while the Irishman evened the score at UFC 202, leaving the series tied. The possibility of a trilogy fight has remained a topic of interest, but Diaz recently explained why he chose to ignore the bout despite being offered the matchup recently.

I wanna fight the best of the best. I’m not trying to kill off Conor when he’s on his last dying leg. At the same time, I’m not trying to get (beaten up) by nobody who just got knocked out and broke his leg.

Nate Diaz via This Past Weekend

The broken leg reference from Nate Diaz traces back to Conor McGregor’s last UFC appearance, where he suffered a severe injury during his trilogy bout with Dustin Poirier at UFC 264. While that moment remains a key factor in Diaz’s stance, his focus has now shifted toward his upcoming return against Mike Perry, signaling a move forward rather than revisiting past rivalries.

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