After a long hiatus from the octagon, Nick Diaz is finally set to make his return to the UFC in August. The older brother of UFC star Nate Diaz, Nick Diaz has not fought since September 2021, where he struggled in a TKO loss to Robbie Lawler. His return to competition has been long awaited by fans, with many wondering if the 40-year-old legend still has what it takes to compete at the highest level.
Diaz will face off against Vicente Luque, an established force in the welterweight division. Luque, 32, has been a consistent presence in the division despite losing three of his past four fights. This matchup promises to be an exciting one, as both fighters look to prove themselves in the highly competitive welterweight division.
In addition to the Diaz vs. Luque matchup, the main event will feature a bantamweight showdown between Cory Sandhagen and Umar Nurmagomedov, cousin of former UFC champion Khabib Nurmagomedov. This fight is sure to be one that fans won’t want to miss, as both fighters look to make a statement in the bantamweight division.
Alongside the main event, UFC CEO Dana White has announced several other exciting matchups for the Fight Night event in Abu Dhabi. Former bantamweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo will take on Marlon “Chito” Vera, while Mackenzie Dern will face off against Loopy Godínez in a flyweight bout. Additionally, a welterweight matchup between former interim lightweight champ Tony Ferguson and Michael Chiesa will round out the main card.
The UFC Fight Night event in Abu Dhabi is shaping up to be an exciting night of fights, with a mix of established veterans and up-and-coming stars set to compete. Nick Diaz’s return to the octagon against Vicente Luque is sure to be the highlight of the night, as fans eagerly anticipate his comeback. With a stacked card and plenty of intriguing matchups, this event is not one to be missed by MMA fans around the world.
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