Six-word update on Nick Diaz after disturbing controversies excites fans 

Updates about UFC veteran Nick Diaz's health condition get the attention of fight fans following his viral video last year.

Six-word update on Nick Diaz after disturbing controversies excites fans 

Nick Diaz's coach shares image of Nick with positive update (via X)

Nick Diaz is one of the MMA OGs with a dedicated fan base around the world. The loyal fan base continues to support him despite his long periods of inactivity. The Stockton native holds legendary status in MMA, with fans respecting his fighting spirit and memorable performances inside the cage. However, recent doubts about his health and future have caused fans to be deeply concerned. 

Last year at UFC 310, Diaz was scheduled to fight Vicente Luque, but the fight was scrapped for no particular reason. Following that, a video of Diaz going viral on the internet showed him trying to light a bush on fire. However, his coach Cesar Gracie recently gave a positive update on the fighter, which received several wholesome reactions from fans.

Nick is healthy and doing good.

Cesar Gracie via X
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Gracie has a deep relationship with Nick and Nate Diaz, serving as their longtime coach and mentor in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He helped shape their fighting styles, discipline, and careers, making them elite MMA fighters. Despite occasional tensions, their bond remains strong. After all, it was built on years of loyalty and mutual respect.

In that shocking video, Nick Diaz was shirtless in public, which raised concerns among fans about his well-being and overall physical condition. Given his and Nate Diaz’s well-known association with weed, many fans speculated that the fighter might have been high during that moment. However, in a recent picture, Diaz appears sharp and healthy, reassuring fans about his current state.

Diaz has fought only once in the last decade, facing UFC veteran Robbie Lawler in a highly anticipated bout at UFC 266. He lost via TKO and looked sluggish throughout the fight, raising concerns about his physical condition and overall fighting readiness. While fans were excited for his return, many later advised him to retire from professional fighting for his well-being.

Why was Nick Diaz so special as a UFC fighter?

Nick Diaz is well known for his relentless pressure, elite boxing, and legendary durability, making him a fan-favorite and respected veteran. His fights against BJ Penn, Carlos Condit, and Paul Daley showcased his toughness, trash talk, and unique cardio-heavy, volume-striking fighting style.

Despite long layoffs, Diaz’s impact remained strong, inspiring fighters with his resilience, attitude, and willingness to fight anyone. In fact, popular heavyweight fighter Derrick Lewis went to train with the elder Diaz brother to strengthen his cardio.

Nick Diaz's legacy in UFC
Nick Diaz’s legacy in UFC (via X)

A former Strikeforce champion, Diaz’s influence extends beyond wins and losses, cementing his reputation as one of MMA’s most iconic figures. While he never became a UFC champion, he managed to create a similar legacy for himself. UFC veteran Joe Rogan once explained his fighting style in detail in his podcast. 

He did something that was a new thing, and that new thing was, he’s not going to hit you with 100 percent power, he’s gonna hit you with 50 percent. But he’s gonna hit you twice as much and you’re never going to get to breathe. He’s going to stay on top of you, and he’s going to talk to you the whole time. So, he’s going to f*** with you psychologically, he’s going to disrupt your breathing by constantly hitting you. 

Joe Rogan via JRE MMA Show #86
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Despite his dominance and skillset, the last stint of Diaz’s fighting career was extremely disappointing. He was suspended in 2015 for testing positive for marijuana metabolites after his fight against Anderson Silva at UFC 183.

Despite passing two tests that night, he failed a third from another lab, leading to an initially harsh five-year suspension. The five-year suspension for marijuana in 2015 was widely criticized, severely impacting his career and keeping him inactive.

The lengthy ban disrupted his momentum, preventing high-profile fights and forcing him to step away during his athletic prime years. Diaz struggled with motivation and interest in competition, leading to a long hiatus that affected his fighting style and sharpness.

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