Nate Diaz paid amazing tribute to Mike Tyson with iconic ‘BE REAL’ t-shirt at Jorge Masvidal boxing match

Nate Diaz reveals his reason behind wearing a t-shirt similar to Mike Tyson's iconic walkout back in 1999.

Nate Diaz paid amazing tribute to Mike Tyson with iconic ‘BE REAL’ t-shirt at Jorge Masvidal boxing match

Nate Diaz gave tribute to Mike Tyson during his walkout (via Imago)

Nate Diaz, the former UFC star, settled his unfinished business with Jorge Masvidal this recent weekend. Finally, Diaz had his chance to get payback and he did so by winning the boxing match against Masvidal through a majority decision. During that match, he paid an exceptional tribute to boxing great, Mike Tyson.

Notably, fans were as amazed by Diaz’s entrance as they were by his performance in the ring. It was no ordinary entrance. The ‘Stockton Slugger’ paid homage to the boxing great by dressing similarly to Tyson’s attire from one of his past matches. Although fans have been speculating many reasons for this walkout, Diaz himself revealed the reason later.

That’s what this whole sh*t is all about. Come in here and whoop a**. And if you got the f***ing lights and cameras on you, you tell me what’s real. When I saw Mike Tyson walk out like that, that’s it. That’s what this whole sh*t is about.
Nate Diaz at his post-fight press conference
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Diaz strode into the arena, donning a sleek black skullcap and a matching t-shirt that boldly proclaimed “Be real.” Just like the legendary Nate Diaz, fans of the sport were left in awe as Mike Tyson exuded an air of intimidation during his showdown with Francois Botha in 1999. To this day, his entrance into the ring remains etched in boxing lore as one of the most iconic walkouts in the sport’s history.

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After Diaz’s win over Masvidal, the 39-year-old has not yet announced his next step in the boxing ring. However, he may seek a rematch with Jake Paul. In the meantime, Diaz has shared his prediction for the upcoming fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul.

Nate Diaz backs Mike Tyson to beat Jake Paul

Tyson vs. Paul was set to take place in Arlington, Texas on July 20. However, due to some complications, the fight has been postponed. The highly anticipated exhibition fight will now take place on November 15 at the same venue. Tyson’s upcoming fight will mark his first return to the ring since facing long-time rival Roy Jones Jr. in an exhibition match in 2020.

Nate Diaz and Mike Tyson
Nate Diaz and Mike Tyson (via Instagram)

Meanwhile, Paul is set to enter the fight following a first-round knockout of professional boxer Ryan Bourland on March 2. Numerous current and former UFC stars, including Nate Diaz, have been approached for their perspectives on the match.

I like it. I think it's cool. Sh*t Mike Tyson all the way
Nate Diaz to FightHubTV

With the incredible buzz surrounding this long-awaited showdown, fans across the fighting world are eagerly awaiting the spectacle. The clash between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul has everyone on the edge of their seats, wondering how this battle will play out. It’s an intriguing matchup of experience versus youth, and the outcome is anyone’s guess.

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