Nate Diaz Trolls Ilia Topuria by Calling Him a “Punching Bag” After UFC Freedom 250 Beating

After Justin Gaethje's victory over Ilia Topuria at UFC Freedom 250, the Spaniard faced the possibility of never being the same again. The injuries he suffered, including two broken orbital bones, a shattered septum, and a broken foot, left him in a vulnerable state after his loss. Despite his recovery, Topuria has since returned to the public eye and even considered a rematch with Gaethje.

However, the jokes about Topuria potentially quitting after the loss have persisted. Recently, former UFC star Nate Diaz joined in on the criticism, reminding Topuria of an instance when the Spaniard had called him a punching bag in the past. Diaz also likened Topuria's situation to Conor McGregor's early career, suggesting that Topuria experienced a similar reality check when facing Gaethje.

The trash talk from Diaz, known for his blunt commentary, only adds fuel to the fire surrounding Topuria's recovery and potential return to the octagon.