Nate Diaz helped build the first ever “BMF” title fight when he called out Jorge Masvidal back in 2019 and it appears he’s ready to return to reclaim his throne as the “baddest motherf*cker” in the sport.
On Wednesday, Diaz took to Twitter to stake his claim to the birth of the “BMF” title, which was introduced for his fight against Masvidal at UFC 244. The belt was effectively built as a symbolic gesture for the fight between Diaz and Masvidal but then the “BMF” championship took on a life of its own.
At UFC 326, current “BMF” champion Max Holloway is defending that title against Charles Oliveira in the main event but it sounds like Diaz is hoping he gets another crack at that belt sooner than later.
“Let’s not act like I didn’t start a whole division bringing value to all these guys claiming they’re it,” Diaz wrote on Twitter. “I gave opportunity and put notice on the dopest fights. I got unfinished business and I plan on going and taking what’s mine ASAP. First to ever start a division and the dopest one at that.
“You’re welcome motherf*ckers. I’ll see you soon. I’m coming.”
Diaz also posted a photo of the “BMF” title with the caption “unfinished business” on Instagram
Diaz never actually claimed the “BMF” title in that original fight after the bout was stopped following the third round due to numerous cuts he sustained in the battle against Masvidal.
But there’s no doubt that Diaz essentially created the belt while touting himself as the real “baddest motherf*cker” in the sport.
After his loss to Masvidal in 2019, Diaz stuck around the UFC for two more fights going 1-1 with a win over Tony Ferguson and a decision loss to future welterweight champion Leon Edwards. The Ferguson fight marked the end of Diaz’s contract with the UFC and he left the organization afterwards.
Since then, Diaz has competed in boxing on two occasions including a win over Masvidal in their rematch.
But even after he split with the UFC, Dana White always said that Diaz would be welcomed back if he ever wanted to compete there again.
Judging by Diaz’s latest comments, it appears he’s interested in a reunion and perhaps he’s gunning for another shot at the “BMF” title in his return to the octagon.
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