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The Diaz brothers are two of the most beloved fighters in UFC history. Nate and Nick, who have been part of the organization for the better part of two decades, have always been in the spotlight for their brash behavior, entertaining fighting and general likeability.
Nick Diaz made a long-awaited return to the UFC recently, and while his movements were labored, he was acclaimed for his display. Meanwhile, Nate Diaz is always in the news and is expected to fight later this year.
Here are five reasons why the Diaz brothers are must-watch television.
#5 The Diaz brothers are extremely entertaining outside the cage
Either due to their brash personality or their devil-may-care attitude, the Diaz brothers are extremely entertaining outside the cage. Competent in trash talk and always willing to engage in verbal warfare, that too in their trademark casual way of communication, Nate and Nick have always had the ability to sell a large number of pay-per-views.
Rivalries have brought the best out of the Diaz brothers' personalities outside the octagon. While Nate shot to superstardom following his rivalry with Conor McGregor and later Jorge Masvidal, Nick was one of the only fighters to get under the skin of the legendary Georges St-Pierre.
Fighting isn't the only thing the Diaz brothers are good at; they could have their own reality show and have millions tune in to watch.
#4 The Diaz brothers are brutally honest
The Diaz brothers are as real as they get. Two men who don't hold back from speaking their minds on any topic under the sun, Nate and Nick have built a reputation for being people who break the mold.
They are entirely unique and have never been scared to defy authority. Nick famously skipped several press commitments when he joined the UFC from Strikeforce, while both brothers have been committed advocates of the use of recreational marijuana.
Even in the recent fight against Robbie Lawler, Nick Diaz didn't attempt to coerce fans into believing anything that wasn't true. He was completely honest about his mindset going into the fight and earned respect from all corners of the MMA community.
In an era where everyone is expected to be politically correct and adhere to societal norms, the Diaz brothers are welcome outliers.
#3 The Diaz brothers' upbringing and subsequent legacy demand respect
The Diaz brothers didn't have anything handed to them; they needed to work very hard to get to where they are now. Brought up in a difficult neighborhood in Stockton, California, the duo braved poverty and violence to make a name for themselves as fighters.
Nick once opened up about his school life, when he stated that he was bullied for his clothes, manner of speech and lack of academic skills. He also had to endure the suicide of a love interest, even saying that he didn't have any other option but to become a fighter. Nate had an older brother to look up to, but he too didn't fare much better in his childhood.
The Diaz brothers are at the top of the MMA world right now, through sheer heart and hard work. Their story and legacy have a cherished place in the hearts of fans, who invariably tune into their fights and root for them.
#2 The Diaz brothers always fight top-tier competition
Largely due to their entertaining personalities but also because of their supreme MMA skills, the Diaz brothers have always fought top-tier competition.
While Nick has fought the likes of Frank Shamrock, Paul Daley, BJ Penn, Carlos Condit, Georges St-Pierre, Anderson Silva, Takanori Gomi, Diego Sanchez and many others, Nate has taken on names like Leon Edwards, Jorge Masvidal, Anthony Pettis, Conor McGregor, Rafael dos Anjos, Benson Henderson, Donald Cerrone and Rory MacDonald.
The Diaz brothers' fights are entertaining not only because of their involvement in it but also because of the stature of the men standing across from them in the octagon. Despite being on the receiving end of a lot of damage, they have never shied away from their competition and have been willing to face any opponent at any time.
#1 The Diaz brothers are "kill or be killed" while fighting
Nick Diaz's underwhelming loss to Robbie Lawler aside, the Diaz brothers have a "kill or be killed" attitude to fighting. They represent the true warriors of the fight game as two men who have absorbed a lot of damage over their careers and have only rarely been knocked out.
Nick Diaz engaged in several comeback wins during his time in Strikeforce and other promotions, often showing great heart and resolve after being dropped. Nate, on the other hand, is known for pushing a relentless pace and using his iron chin to outlast his opponent in wars.
Triathletes who revolutionized fighters' approach to MMA, the Diaz brothers have never been hesitant to engage in tough battles and have almost never been part of boring fights. They satiate the bloodlust of MMA fans more than almost every fighter in the history of the sport, and are hence must-watch.
