Nick Diaz’s UFC Return: What Happened to Luque Bout?
In October 2024, Nick Diaz’s possible return against Vicente Luque was still a developing story. The UFC later booked the matchup for UFC 310, but Diaz withdrew before the event.
What Happened to the UFC 310 Fight?
The UFC announced Diaz versus Luque for UFC 310, scheduled for December 7, 2024. In November, Diaz withdrew for undisclosed reasons. The UFC later confirmed that Themba Gorimbo would replace him against Luque, so Diaz did not compete at the event.
Luque went on to submit Gorimbo by anaconda choke at 0:52 of the first round. That result belongs to Luque and Gorimbo; it did not answer how Diaz might have performed in the matchup.
Diaz’s Last UFC Appearance
Diaz’s last UFC bout remains his September 25, 2021 fight with Robbie Lawler at UFC 266. Lawler won by TKO at 0:44 of the third round. The official record lists the result.
A Comeback That Never Happened
The UFC 310 booking generated interest because it would have brought Diaz back after more than three years away. Once he withdrew, however, the fight was off.
Sources
- UFC — Announcement of Diaz vs. Luque at UFC 310
- UFC — UFC 310 card update and Gorimbo replacing Diaz
- UFC — UFC 310 results: Luque vs. Gorimbo
- UFC — UFC 266 results: Lawler vs. Diaz
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