Nate Diaz Teases Shocking UFC Return, Targets BMF Champion

The Stockton native claims he started the BMF division and has 'unfinished business' to settle inside the Octagon.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Nate Diaz is making waves on social media, teasing a highly anticipated return to the UFC while reminding the MMA world of his impact on the sport. The 39-year-old veteran claims he started the BMF (Baddest Motherfucker) division and has 'unfinished business' to settle, potentially targeting current BMF champion Max Holloway or former lightweight champion Charles Oliveira for his comeback fight.

Why it matters

Diaz's return would be one of the biggest stories in MMA, as he remains one of the sport's most recognizable and popular figures. His claim to having started the BMF division holds weight, as the belt was created for his 2019 fight with Jorge Masvidal and has since become a legitimate championship in the UFC's ecosystem.

The details

In a series of social media posts, Diaz declared he's the one who started the BMF division and has 'unfinished business' to take care of. He initially called out current BMF champion Max Holloway, suggesting a showdown at the rumored White House fight card, but later walked back his 'rude' comments, clarifying he was actually referring to Charles Oliveira. Diaz's return would undoubtedly create a buzz in the UFC, as he remains a marquee draw despite his last fight being in September 2022.

  • Nate Diaz last competed in the UFC in September 2022 before venturing into boxing.
  • Diaz made his social media posts teasing a UFC return on February 12, 2026.

The players

Nate Diaz

A 39-year-old veteran MMA fighter who last competed in the UFC in September 2022 before venturing into boxing. He is known for his outspoken personality and claims to have started the BMF division in the UFC.

Max Holloway

The current BMF (Baddest Motherfucker) champion in the UFC, having captured the title at UFC 300 with a spectacular knockout of Justin Gaethje.

Charles Oliveira

A former UFC lightweight champion who Diaz also mentioned as a potential opponent for his UFC return.

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What they’re saying

“Let's not act like I didn't start a whole division bringing value to all these guys claiming they're it. I gave opportunity and put notice on the dopest fights. I got unfinished business and I plan on going and taking what's mine asap. 1st to ever start a division and the dopest one at that.”

— Nate Diaz (Twitter)

“I'll slap the sh*t out of him... White House would be perfect.”

— Nate Diaz (Twitter)

“I didn't say I'd slap Max Hollaway I said that about Olivera but I shouldn't have said that either it was rude and I was fd up. If we were fighting in a caged match I might attempt it but that was rude I shouldn't have said that my bad Bruhs all Respecto.”

— Nate Diaz (Twitter)

The takeaway

Nate Diaz's return to the UFC would be a major event in the MMA world, as he remains one of the sport's most recognizable and popular figures. His claims to have started the BMF division and his potential matchups against top fighters like Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira have generated significant buzz, setting the stage for a highly anticipated comeback.