5 reasons why UFC fans can't wait for Nick Diaz's comeback fight

#2 Nick Diaz's return comes under changed marijuana rules

The Diaz brothers have always been proponents of marijuana use

Shortly after his fight against Anderson Silva, Nick Diaz tested positive for marijuana. It was his third positive test for the drug, and the Nevada State Athletic Commission suspended him for five years while fining him $165,000. Although the ban was later reduced to two years and Diaz has been eligible to fight in the UFC since December 2016, he hasn't chosen to do so.

The decision to ban Diaz came under a lot of controversy, especially since Silva had received a shorter ban for a seemingly more grevious offense. Fighters like Ronda Rousey came out in support of the Stockton native, while Diaz himself penned an emotional note following his ban.

Now, the United States Anti-Doping Agency has "essentially" removed marijuana from its list of banned substances for UFC fighters, stating that the recreational drug hasn't been proven to give fighters a competitive advantage.

The UFC has "essentially" struck marijuana as a punishable offense in its anti-doping policy.(via @marc_raimondi) pic.twitter.com/nHsVlQnMvp

— ESPN MMA (@espnmma) January 14, 2021

The changed rules vindicate Nick Diaz's initial stance in a way. His impending return will only add weight to the claim that he has won the marijuana battle against the UFC, although he has lost a few years of his prime.

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#1 Each time Nick Diaz fights in the UFC could be the last time

UFC 183: Silva v Diaz

As unique as Nick Diaz is as a fighter, Father Time catches up to everyone. And at 38 years old, Diaz is nearing the end of his professional MMA career. Each time he steps foot in the octagon could be the last time we see Diaz in action.

As one of the most intriguing personalities both inside and outside the octagon, Diaz is an MMA legend in his own right. He may not be the best fighter the world has ever seen - Nate would disagree - but he has always has all eyes on him. In the words of Nick Diaz himself, he could be classified as the original Conor McGregor.

Nick Diaz is must-watch TV and can sell fights on his own. As a cult figure most modern UFC fans have only heard stories and watched highlights of, Diaz will have everyone rooting for him during his comeback.