Nate Diaz defeated Jorge Masvidal by a majority decision on Saturday night in a 10-round light heavyweight boxing match at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California. This clash between the two UFC stars was one of the most epic battles. Diaz successfully avenged his previous loss to Masvidal, and former UFC champion Conor McGregor placed a significant bet on Diaz, resulting in a substantial payout. Let’s delve into the details.
McGregor’s bet on Diaz paid off significantly. He placed a $500k wager on Nate Diaz against Jorge Masvidal and won $1,625,000. After Diaz’s victory, McGregor congratulated him. With this win, Diaz and Masvidal are now even, having faced each other previously in 2019, where Diaz suffered a TKO loss to Masvidal. This latest win by the majority decision brought their score to 1-1.
Conor McGregor Flaunts His Massive Winnings
McGregor enjoyed a substantial payday and flaunted his earnings by exclaiming, “Yacht fuel!!!.” He owns a $3.5 million Tecnomar for a Lamborghini 63 yacht. As one of the highest-paid athletes globally, McGregor possesses many luxurious items and frequently showcases them on social media. He consistently bets on sports and shares his winnings with his followers.
McGregor was poised to make his UFC comeback, but a toe injury forced him to withdraw from his highly anticipated fight against Michael Chandler at UFC 303. The injury occurred just weeks before the bout. While the exact date of his return is still unknown, many expect it to be in September or October. Fans are eagerly awaiting his return to the octagon.
