Nate Diaz has expressed strong interest in completing his trilogy with Conor McGregor at the anticipated UFC White House event planned for 2026. The American fighter, who hasn't competed in the UFC octagon for nearly three years, made these comments while attending a Dirty Boxing event last weekend.
"100%. That's what I'm looking forward to the most," Diaz stated when questioned about the potential trilogy bout with the Irish fighter at the prestigious venue.
Both Diaz and McGregor would enter such a matchup in similar circumstances. Neither has competed in the UFC for several years, though they've occasionally teased returns through social media training posts. Diaz has participated in two boxing matches since his last UFC appearance, keeping his combat sports skills sharp outside the organization.
The White House event is expected to feature the return of several iconic UFC figures, including Jon Jones alongside McGregor. However, there's significant risk of cancellation for such high-profile matchups, as happened with McGregor last year.
Interestingly, this potential third encounter between Diaz and McGregor would undoubtedly capture the attention of mixed martial arts fans worldwide. The fighters split their previous two encounters, creating perfect conditions for a decisive third bout.
Dana White will need to approach this matchup with exceptional care to ensure it actually happens. Given the stature of the proposed White House venue and the history of cancellations, UFC's president faces a significant challenge in making this fight a reality. Will we finally see the conclusion of one of UFC's most compelling rivalries on such a historic stage?
