UFC legends Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal are set for a long-awaited next month, but there is a twist.
Diaz and Masvidal, both 39, fought at UFC 244 back in 2019, with the latter coming out on top to win the BMF (Baddest Mother F****r) title.
Many called for a rematch between the two lightweight foes and their prayers have finally been answered, however this will not be an MMA fight.
Instead, the American bruisers will lock horns in a 10-round boxing bout.
The two fighters have only ever boxed once professionally throughout their celebrated careers.
Masvidal stepped inside a boxing ring back in 2005 when he beat Joseph Benjamin whereas Diaz lost to YouTuber Jake Paul last year.
Masvidal and Diaz will now take place on Saturday, July 6 from the Honda Center in Anaheim, California.
The fight was originally set for June 1 but has been moved to avoid a clash with UFC 302.
The card kicks off from 10pm UK time with the main event expected to get underway from 2am the following morning.
Masvidal vs Diaz is a pay-per-view event that will be shown on Fanmio in the UK for £63.99.
And of course you can follow all the live action at SunSport’s live blog coverage.
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