Nate Diaz shows fight shape 12 days before Mike Perry bout at MVP event

Nate Diaz, now 41 years old, displayed his current physical condition just 12 days before his scheduled bout with Mike Perry. The fight will take place at an upcoming MVP promotion event on May 16, 2026. The same card features Francis Ngannou's return, Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano, and Muhammad Mokaev vs. Adriano Moraes. Diaz's last MMA bout was in 2022 when he submitted Tony Ferguson, followed by two boxing matches. He did not compete at all in 2025.