LAS VEGAS – Perhaps the most prominent storyline entering UFC 279 is the contract status of Nate Diaz, one of mixed martial arts’ biggest stars.
UFC president Dana White isn’t panicked, however, at least he didn’t show it when asked about Diaz’s impending free agency at a DWCS 53 post-fight news conference Tuesday.
“Nate and I talked and I said, ‘Listen,'” White told MMA Junkie and other reporters. “This kid came in on ‘The Ultimate Fighter.’ He’s fought incredible wars for us. He’s been a big part of this company for a very long time. What more could I ask of Nate Diaz? If Nate is ready to make this his last fight, I wish him all the best in the world. It’s been fun. It’s really been fun dealing with those two.
