Islam Makhachev, Nate Diaz Involved in UFC Altercation

Islam Makhachev recently recounted a chaotic encounter with Nate Diaz during a UFC press conference, where both fighters threw water bottles at each other. Makhachev expressed confusion over Diaz's sudden aggression, as the two had previously exchanged respectful greetings in private. He speculated that Diaz mistook one of his teammates, who was wearing a mask, for Khabib Nurmagomedov, leading to the altercation. Makhachev emphasized that he did not instigate the incident and was surprised by Diaz's behavior, particularly in front of cameras. Despite their teams' history, Makhachev insisted that he harbors no ill will towards Diaz and is focused on his upcoming title defense against Arman Tsarukyan. The rivalry between Diaz and Nurmagomedov adds a layer of tension, but Makhachev sees the incident as a misunderstanding rather than an escalation of hostilities.