Watch Nate Diaz walk out of Jake Paul's face-to-face interview as fans criticize his attitude

Pre-Fight Drama

Nate Diaz added fuel to the fire ahead of his boxing match with Jake Paul by storming out of their face-to-face sitdown. The former UFC lightweight title challenger is set to make his professional boxing debut against the social media sensation on Sunday. The sitdown, hosted by veteran MMA journalist Ariel Helwani, ended abruptly when Diaz decided to leave.

Paul's Praise and Diaz's Exit

During the sitdown, Paul praised Diaz's fighting skills, calling him a warrior and acknowledging his amazing fanbase. However, this didn't stop Diaz from shocking both Paul and Helwani by unexpectedly leaving the interview. Diaz simply said he would "be right back," leaving fans and pundits speculating about the reasons behind his exit.

Fuming Fans' Reactions

As news of Diaz's walkout spread, fans expressed their frustration and criticisms. Some fans claimed that Diaz simply doesn't care, while others suggested that he sees the interview as beneath him and is only in it for the paycheck. One fan even compared Diaz's behavior to a famous NFL player's famous quote.

A Notorious Pattern

This is not the first time Diaz has left media events early. In the past, he has skipped out on pre-fight press conferences for his rematch with Conor McGregor in 2016 and his upcoming fight with Paul. His early exits have become somewhat of a signature move for the MMA icon.

Paul Disappointed by Lack of Promotion

Jake Paul expressed his disappointment with Diaz's lack of promotion for their fight. He enjoys the rowdiness and trash talk leading up to a match and believes it adds excitement for the fans. Paul sees Diaz as a massive name and a significant pay-per-view draw, making this an exciting opportunity for him.

Paul's Mission for Redemption

Former Disney star Paul is determined to bounce back from his split decision defeat to Tommy Fury in February. He sees the fight with Diaz as a chance to regain his winning streak and propel his career forward. The online banter between the two fighters has built up anticipation for this matchup, with Paul excited to face a high-profile opponent.