WATCH: MMA icons Tony Ferguson and Nate Diaz WHOLESOME meet up at fight event in Los Angeles

Tony Ferguson and Nate Diaz revere each other at a casual meet up at a fight event.

WATCH: MMA icons Tony Ferguson and Nate Diaz WHOLESOME meet up at fight event in Los Angeles

Tony Ferguson and Nate Diaz meet up at a fight event (via Imago/X)

MMA legends meeting one another is a dream come true for hardcore MMA fans. Recent events saw two legends having a reunion. Nate Diaz and Tony Ferguson met up at a fight event in Los Angeles. Both these fighters are veterans of the sport and have inspired countless individuals.

The video is 23 seconds long. It showed the veteran fighters exchanging friendly greetings and having a brief chat. It showed the two fighters talking and then hugging each other. Tony Ferguson then started to shadowbox in front of the camera. The two seemed cordial despite their past as competitors.

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The impromptu meetup reinforced Diaz and Ferguson’s revered status. Though no longer in prime condition, their grit and authenticity still resonate. The reunion emphasized shared admiration between the duo. Despite past conflicts, they relate as trailblazers who helped grow the sport. The video captured a special moment between legends.

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The wholesome exchange highlighted Diaz and Ferguson’s legacy. Fan devotion endured even though losses have piled up. Their longevity and influence remain intact. The icons expressed mutual respect amidst their career twilight.

Nate Diaz battled Tony Ferguson at UFC 279 headliner

Nate Diaz and Tony Ferguson have already slugged it out in the octagon at UFC 279. Diaz closed out his storied UFC career with a fourth-round submission victory over Tony Ferguson. Both veterans displayed their tenacity and skill in the octagon. However, Diaz was the better man that night, ultimately locked in a fight-ending guillotine choke on Ferguson.

Nate Diaz defeated Tony Ferguson at UFC 279
Nate Diaz defeated Tony Ferguson at UFC 279 (via YouTube)

The first round saw Diaz and Ferguson exchange leg kicks while trying to establish their boxing. Diaz opened a nasty gash on Ferguson’s shin with a checked kick. The fight grew more intense by round three as the fighters traded blows and theatrics. Ferguson even briefly laid down in the Octagon at one point. Tony attempted a takedown late in the fourth round, which proved costly. Diaz capitalized on the mistake by cinching in the guillotine choke that forced Ferguson to tap.

The win gave Diaz a triumphant UFC finale after 15 years with the promotion. UFC CEO Dana White paid tribute to Diaz’s entertaining career but indicated this was likely his last octagon bout. Diaz left the UFC with an exciting submission finish over a credible opponent. The 38-year-old exited on his terms after a legendary tenure featuring classic bouts.

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