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Ronda Rousey Fumbles Interview After Alleging Nate Diaz Got Her High
The former UFC champion's comeback tour hit a snag after a press conference mishap involving her fellow fighter Nate Diaz.
Apr. 16, 2026 at 5:30am
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An unscripted, chaotic press conference moment captures the contrasting personalities and approaches of two MMA stars.Stockton TodayRonda Rousey's MMA comeback hit a snag when she admitted during a press conference that she had forgotten she was supposed to do an interview because she had been hanging out backstage with Nate Diaz, who she claimed got her high. Rousey was seen struggling to drink from a water bottle and losing her train of thought, leading to an awkward and viral moment. Meanwhile, Diaz discussed his upcoming boxing match against Mike Perry, emphasizing his desire to fight the best competition and not relying on others to fight battles for him.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the unpredictable nature of live media events and the challenges fighters can face when trying to maintain a professional image during their careers. It also shines a light on Nate Diaz's longstanding reputation for cannabis use and his unique approach to the fight game, which often contrasts with the more polished public personas of other athletes.
The details
During a press conference, Ronda Rousey admitted that she had forgotten she was supposed to do an interview because she had been hanging out backstage with Nate Diaz, who she claimed had gotten her high. Rousey was seen struggling to drink from a water bottle and losing her train of thought, leading to an awkward and viral moment. Meanwhile, Diaz discussed his upcoming boxing match against Mike Perry, emphasizing his desire to fight the best competition and not relying on others to fight battles for him.
- Rousey's press conference took place on April 16, 2026.
- Diaz's boxing match against Mike Perry is scheduled for May 16.
The players
Ronda Rousey
A former UFC champion who is making a comeback to MMA competition.
Nate Diaz
A former UFC fighter known for his outspoken personality and use of cannabis, who is now pursuing a boxing match against Mike Perry.
Mike Perry
A fighter who has built a reputation outside the UFC, especially with his BKFC run, and is set to face Nate Diaz in a boxing match.
What they’re saying
“'F—! F—! That's going so… Oh man, I hope that isn't the news for today. I'm gonna be completely honest with you. I shared a green room with Nate (Diaz), and I forgot I was gonna come and do this. So please take it easy on me. I had no idea what I was doing. What was the question?'”
— Ronda Rousey
“'For one, it helps your lungs because they got to be in shape to be smoking w--d all day. For two, I think it keeps me aware and conscious of, like, let's say I'm out of shape, right? And then I go and do five, five-minute rounds of grappling with you. If I go in there and go hard [as if] I'm in shape, and I'm not in shape, I think I'm going to be—if I'm smoking w--d especially—I'm going to be conscious of how hard I should be going.'”
— Nate Diaz
“'There is no names, that's the problem. If there was somebody to box, I'd be boxing them. I think Mike Perry was the biggest name outside the UFC I could do. I want to box the best and fight the best of the best in MMA. That's why I got Perry, and that's what I'm looking to do.'”
— Nate Diaz
What’s next
Nate Diaz's boxing match against Mike Perry is scheduled for May 16, 2026.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the unpredictable nature of live media events and the challenges fighters can face when trying to maintain a professional image during their careers. It also shines a light on Nate Diaz's longstanding reputation for cannabis use and his unique approach to the fight game, which often contrasts with the more polished public personas of other athletes.
