Drake: Boxing News: The much-anticipated boxing match in the world of combat sports has taken a significant leap forward, thanks to the pre-event press conference that recently transpired. On May 9th, the press conference featured the internet celebrity Jake Paul and former UFC headliner Nate Diaz, who are set to compete in a middleweight boxing match. This highly awaited match is slated to be the main event of the DAZN pay-per-view, taking place on August 5th at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas. Follow UFC News Updates with Insidesport.IN
Following the press conference, a reporter received criticism from rap sensation Drake for disrespecting Nick Diaz and Nate Diaz, and this led to various reactions from Dillon Danis, as well as others on social media. Let’s dive in to know details of why the reporter got lambasted.
Nate Diaz vs Jake Paul: Rap Star Drake Calls Out Reporter for Disrespecting Nate and Nick Diaz
At the pre-fight press conference, Diaz’s patience was tested when a reporter arrogantly claimed he could beat the out Nick Diaz, prompting Nate to furiously call the journalist “stupid” in defense of his brother.
Reporter asked Diaz, “I’m a boxer myself. I’m just trying to get into this undercard, I’m just thinking of fighting your brother Nick. I could beat his f**** a**.”
The exchange caused a stir on social media, with rapper Drake taking to Instagram to call out the “weak generation” for “playing with a real G” like Nate Diaz. You can check out the story below.
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However, Dillon Danis, clapped back at Drake by accusing him of supporting Jake Paul, suggesting Paul was somehow behind the reporter’s antagonistic question to Diaz to stir up drama. He stated, “Meanwhile, Drake supports Jake and Jake made that kid to ask that question make it sense.” Here’s how Drake comments got received.
The verbal jabs and mind games appear to already be in full effect ahead of the Paul vs. Diaz showdown. Paul will be looking to re-establish himself as a force in the boxing world after suffering the first blemish on his record. For Diaz, this marks his first fight in over a year as he looks to pick up where he left off in his combat sports career and show he still has plenty left in the tank. If the pre-fight buildup is any indication, there will be no love lost between Paul and Diaz once the bell rings. The hype and trash talk are real, but the fists will be flying once these fighters step into the ring.
Nate Diaz vs Jake Paul
Talking about the match, Jake Paul, the 26-year-old YouTube star turned pro boxer, is eager to get back in the win column after suffering the first loss of his career earlier this year against Tommy Fury. Paul, known for his brash persona and trash-talking style, holds a 6-1 record with 4 knockouts but saw his undefeated streak snapped when the judges awarded Fury a split decision victory in their bout in Dubai.
Drake: Reporter Slammed By Rap Star For Demeaning Nick Diaz and Nate Diaz in the Jake Paul Presser- Dillon Danis and Others React
Meanwhile, Nate Diaz, the 38-year-old UFC veteran, will be making his first walk to the ring since parting ways with the promotion last year. Diaz, the older brother of Nick Diaz, is known for his courageous fighting style and no-nonsense attitude which he showed at pressr.
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