When a fighter pulls out at last minute, it’s tough for fans and the promotion. It shakes up plans, and last-minute replacements often fall flat. For the second time in a row, Nick Diaz has pulled out of the UFC 310 fight card. Fans have been waiting three years to see him back in action, and his withdrawal after finally getting booked left them frustrated. These repeated pullouts are not only disappointing but also raise concerns about whether Diaz can still deliver at this stage of his career.
Nick Diaz was all set for his much-anticipated return to UFC 310 against Vicente Luque in a welterweight fight. However, as per reports, Diaz has pulled out of the fight, and rising star Themba Gorimbo will take his spot.
Talking about Nick, he has built a cult following over his two-decade career, having first stepped into the UFC octagon back in 2003. There is no doubt his unique style and relentless fighting spirit have made him a fan favorite. When the news broke that Nick Diaz had pulled out of UFC 310 for the second time, fans took to social media to express their disappointment.
One fan felt this pullout might actually be a good thing.
One fan used a Michael Scott gif from The Office to express his frustration.
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Meanwhile, one fan thinks Mike Tyson’s loss drove him to withdraw.
One fan thinks he should retire, calling it sad to see this happen over and over.
UFC 310: Ian Garry Steps In to Face Shavkat Rakhmonov Following Belal Muhammad’s Withdrawal
UFC 310 is turning out to be quite the jinx for fighters, with Belal Muhammad bowing out of the title fight and now Nick Diaz doing the same. But as they say, when the sun sets, it paves the way for a new dawn. And now the Irishman, Ian Garry is stepping in at the last moment to save the day against Shavkat Rakhmonov.
Next month, Rakhmonov and Garry will face off in a five-round, title-eliminator fight at UFC 310. Both are undefeated, with Rakhmonov holding an 18-0 record and Garry at 15-0, so this matchup is set to determine who gets the chance to challenge Belal Muhammad for the welterweight title.
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