Diaz slams CM Punk signing: ‘F*ck him, f*ck the whole deal’
Nate Diaz: “He’s an amateur. You’re going to put an amateur in there with pros? That makes us all amateurs, so I think it’s ridiculous.”
The signing of former WWE champion CM Punk to the UFC was met with mixed reactions from the media and fans. One UFC fighter who wasn’t happy to hear the news was lightweight Nate Diaz:
Diaz made it clear he understood why the UFC made the deal, which was announced at this past weekend’s UFC 181 event in Las Vegas. After all, the promotion is in need of stars it can market, and Brooks absolutely moves the needle, to borrow a phrase from UFC President Dana White. But Diaz doesn’t believe the former pro wrestler, with his slicked-back hair and virgin nose has earned the right to step into the UFC’s famed octagon.
He might do great, but why does he get a chance? Diaz asked. He’s an amateur. You’re going to put an amateur in there with pros? That makes us all amateurs, so I think it’s ridiculous. As far as I’m concerned, f-ck him, f-ck the whole situation. Anybody who takes that fight is tripping.