Nate Diaz Rules Out Dillon Danis, Weighs Next Move

Nate Diaz says a fight with Dillon Danis is not happening as he weighs what comes next, naming Mike Perry, MVP and Scott Coker's promotion among the options he is actually considering.

Diaz gave the update at the launch event for Scott Coker's new Ki MMA promotion. Perry and MVP came up as names Diaz is weighing for a future fight, though nothing has been finalized or scheduled at this point.

Why Nate Diaz Is Ruling Out Dillon Danis

Diaz made clear that pairing up with Dillon Danis is not something he wants any part of, despite years of fans and media floating the matchup. He did not elaborate on why, but the rejection was firm and left little room for interpretation.

What It Means for the Betting Markets

There is no fight here yet for sportsbooks to price, since none of the names Diaz mentioned, Perry, MVP or a bout tied to Coker's new promotion, have turned into an actual booking. That makes this a name to track rather than a line to bet. A Diaz-Perry matchup in particular would likely draw heavy public betting interest given both men's styles and drawing power, and Diaz linking up with Coker's new venture would be its own story for the futures market given how much attention any Coker-backed launch draws in combat sports circles. Until a date and opponent are locked in, bettors are better off watching this develop than trying to get ahead of it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Did Nate Diaz agree to fight Dillon Danis?

No. Nate Diaz said a fight with Dillon Danis is not something he wants while discussing his other potential next moves.

What options is Nate Diaz considering for his next fight?

Nate Diaz mentioned Mike Perry, MVP and Scott Coker's new promotion as possibilities, though nothing has been confirmed or scheduled.

Where did Nate Diaz give this update?

Nate Diaz gave the update at the launch event for Scott Coker's new Ki MMA promotion.