Nate Diaz vs. Conor McGregor II (UFC 202, 2016) After losing to McGregor at UFC 196, Diaz returned five months later for an immediate rematch in one of the most anticipated rematches in UFC history. Held in Las Vegas, the fight delivered nonstop drama across five rounds. Both men exchanged brutal combinations, absorbed massive damage, and showcased elite striking resilience. McGregor targeted the body early; Diaz pressured with volume and jiu-jitsu threats. The fifth round became an all-time classic—exhausted but defiant, they traded until the final bell. McGregor won a narrow majority decision, but both earned universal respect. Their chemistry, trash talk, and mutual toughness elevated this beyond sport—it became cultural spectacle. The rivalry reinvigorated the welterweight division and proved star power could coexist with technical excellence. Years later, fans still cite UFC 202 as peak MMA entertainment: raw, strategic, and emotionally charged from start to finish.
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