Cesar Gracie explains why Nick Diaz chose Strikeforce over UFC
Diaz recently signed an extension with Strikeforce. Though Gracie could not discuss the exact terms, he said reports the contract…
Diaz recently signed an extension with Strikeforce. Though Gracie could not discuss the exact terms, he said reports the contract was for a three-year deal were inaccurate.
He confirmed that the UFC was interested in Diaz but noted that the decision was ultimately made to stay with Strikeforce because Diaz’s brother Nate and his main training partner Jake Shields also fight in the UFC’s welterweight class.
Diaz, however, is not closing the door on a return to the UFC (he fought 10 times for the promotion between 2003-2006, going 6-4).
“There’s definitely scenarios where I could see Nick back in the UFC,” he said. “Right now though, we’ve got a very good contract with Strikeforce. They treat Nick very well. The terms of the contract are favorable, and as a manager, I’m happy with the contract.”
