Leon Edwards thinks that Nate Diaz will win against Jake Paul in their boxing match.
Former UFC welterweight champion, Leon Edwards, recently shared his thoughts on the upcoming boxing match between Nate Diaz and Jake Paul. Diaz, known for his toughness and boxing skills, is set to face Paul on August 5th in Dallas. Edwards, who favors Diaz to win, stated that Paul needs to be careful because Diaz is a pressure-forward fighter with great boxing skills.
Diaz has been a popular fighter in the UFC, winning The Ultimate Fighter 5 and tying the record for the most Fight of the Night bonuses in UFC history, alongside Frankie Edgar, Edson Barboza, and Dustin Poirier. Diaz is a well-rounded fighter with an impressive boxing record, which is why Edwards believes that he has what it takes to beat Paul.
While Paul has been successful in his boxing career, mainly defeating former UFC fighters such as Ben Askren, Tyron Woodley (twice), and Anderson Silva, he has yet to prove himself against an actual professional boxer. Despite his undefeated record, there are still holes in his game that Edwards believes Diaz can capitalize on.
Edwards also noted that Diaz’s move from the UFC to free agency has given him the opportunity to explore his talents in the ring. The fight between Diaz and Paul is highly anticipated by both MMA and boxing fans and will undoubtedly generate a lot of buzz in the combat sports world. Diaz will look to use his experience and boxing skills to defeat Paul, while Paul will try to maintain his undefeated record.
In conclusion, according to Edwards, Diaz has enough skills and experience to beat Paul in their upcoming boxing match. Fans of both fighters are eagerly anticipating the bout, which is sure to be a highly entertaining affair. Diaz’s move from the UFC to boxing has made him an even more exciting fighter to watch, and it remains to be seen whether he can add another win to his impressive record.