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Poirier and Diaz Revive Rivalry Amid UFC Comeback Talks

2/17/2026

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Dustin Poirier and Nate Diaz reignite their rivalry after Diaz's comments about returning to the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).
Poirier, who retired after losing BMF title to Max Holloway in 2025, responded to Diaz's taunts.
Diaz, eager to settle his feud with Conor McGregor, wants to fight Poirier if he resumes.
Diaz's last UFC fight was in 2022, and he targets a comeback at UFC White House event in June.

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Dustin Poirier and Nate Diaz reignite their rivalry after Diaz's comments about returning to the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).
Poirier, who retired after losing BMF title to Max Holloway in 2025, responded to Diaz's taunts.
Diaz, eager to settle his feud with Conor McGregor, wants to fight Poirier if he resumes.
Diaz's last UFC fight was in 2022, and he targets a comeback at UFC White House event in June.