Nick Diaz exclusive: Opening up on return to the Octagon, Jorge Masvidal | Ariel Helwani's MMA Show 

Tony Ferguson is the type of guy to understand everything Nick is saying.

He's a genius, he answered all the questions Ariel had without even getting asked.

"how are you doing" Nick Diaz : *starts to interview himself* for 30 minutes straight

Nick doesn't believe that he is loved by many. It hurts my heart. I wish he knew how much people love him and respect him.

Nick is literally interviewing himself in his own mind. Savage

14 minutes in and he has answered 200 questions that were not asked

Ariel is every woman’s dream for listening the way he does

For someone with anxiety, Ariel did a good job of letting him work through his thoughts on his own time.

Rough translation Basically all he knows is fighting and they took it away from him with suspension, but he feels he won anyway because he made enough money to feed his family. He doesn't want Nate to have to fight because he wanted to be the one to have to fight and support his family so feels guilty watching Nate get kicked in the face etc. The UFC have fucked him over because he built the platform on which it stands today and was dropped like a hot potato because he wanted a fair price. He still feels he's beating the UFC because he's opening a new gym and giving something back to the community. He's been on the scene from the beginning street fighting and back yard brawling so masvidal is not bringing anything new to the table. Nick has a problem with masvidal saying he's gonna baptise Nate and it's gonna be masvidals problem if they fight. Nick hates fighting and only does it because it's all he knows and if anyone wants it then come and get it. He would rather have been competing in the New York marathon than watching the fight. That's my interpretation anyhow

Nick was literally venting. Basically, Helwani asked, “How are you doing?” Then the rest was history. Lol

Nick not even 30 seconds in: "I've actually been having a pretty rough week Ariel: " Okay :l " *straps in seatbelt

Gotta give Ariel major props for letting nick speak without interruption. The first 10 minutes of this is basically Nick just venting lol

Ariel: its good to have you on the show again. Nick: fine I'll tell you everything

Imagine Tony Ferguson and Nick Diaz in a room together having a conversation. I would definitely pay to listen to that.

I need a Diaz bros interview on hotboxin with Mike Tyson

Ariel just had his easiest interview. Nick just interviewed himself for 30 minutes.

Nick Diaz makes me feel like I'm not paying attention

Nick foresaw Ariel’s questions and answered it all at once.

One of the things I truly respect about Nick and Nate is that they are 100% loyal to the death for one another.

Nick Diaz is the only fighter that answers question that were never asked lol.

This is Nick Diaz having a conversation with himself in front of Ariel

This man Nick really spoke for like 7 minutes straight and covered like 55 different topics

I just had to rewatch this. His face looked swollen and he was clearly a little intoxicated. Now he is ripped, in shape and making his comeback. This has gone from sad to inspirational. Dude's a true warrior.

Nick Diaz is an absolute legend, amazing guy and fighter. He’s always looked after Nate, Nina and his family. He’s always been real and he’s a great role-model to everyone. Much respect to Nick and I wish him and his family all of the best.

"He who travels alone, travels faster. He who travels with others travels farther." He may have social anxiety, but don't sleep on his wisdom. He's a very intelligent dude, he just has a hard time articulating his thoughts.

Nick just interviewed himself. Brilliant.

7:24 Ariel: can i ask yo... Nick : starts answering that question before it was asked, what a legend

Stumbled back on this video. Only a certain few understand this man and be grateful if you don’t. He did what he had to do, always will and loves his family, especially his baby brother. I wish him peace and prosperity always 🙏🏽

Nick's answering questions that someone asked him last week.

Man hasn’t talked for years he’s got a lot to say

Nick's the only guy who can talk on 10 different topics in the 1st 7mins lol. Even Ariel was looking confused.

I hate all the new mma fans who never seen him fight mocking him in the comments. Nick diaz was great and got screwed over and that's why he's so protective of nate in regards to the ufc.

If Nick starts a Podcast, it'll go on for decades.

Steve Heath said it best; “If you ask me why Nick gets upset, it’s his inability to express himself verbally. But when he gets in that ring, he’s a poet in motion.”

“Well I actually had a rough week “ turns into a 45 min vent

People who are not understanding any word he says don’t understand that this man doesn’t love being interviewed or being in a press conference. he just comes to fight that’s why he was the best in the strike force

Nick Diaz is the opposite of tony furgeson. You can't understand a word he says, but know exactly what he's saying.

I loved you as Nick’s first guest, on his show Ariel.

" looking back I made no mistakes, I never have..." EPIC.

Watching this for the second time. If this was somebody else, I would've probably laughed and moved on. But this being Nick the OG himself, everything makes him more endearing.

Well that cleared up everything

Legend has it Nick is still answering Ariel's first question!

The professional fight game always needed the Diaz brothers more than they needed it

He literally hijacks his own interview what a real G

Someone should interview Ariel about this interview.

The question of this interview was “how are you doing?” 😂 that was the longest response ever.

Theres no other like Nick. A great guy.

Nick has no idea how much the fans love him. Great fighter, a solid man and true to what he knows is right.

Ariel: Anything you'd like the public to know? Nick: Probably

Nick is an empath. He feels deeply. This is why his anxiety can be so intense but he also feels extremely deep pain and extremely deep anger. I feel for Nick. Trying to be tough and being an empath is tough to balance.

Nick Diaz goes on 30 minute rant Tony Ferguson- “ hold on brother I’m listening”

first 5 minutes is the most realistic, visceral explanation of anxiety Ive ever heard

I’m 12 mins in and nicks still answering the introduction question.

Nick Diaz rolled up all the interviews he missed in the past 5 year's into one interview.

Nick went through 30 different topics within the first ten minutes without anybody else talking. What a guy.

Thing about the Diaz bros, they're more comfortable in a fight than in an interview.

Little does Nick know, he’s talking to an Ariel Helwani cardboard cutout.

Nick is a great guy, I feel for him he cared for is brother Nate as he didn't have a father figure to look up to and he would tell to your face if he had a problem with anyone, good luck for the future nick God Bless you and your family

29:48 Ariel's response "who are you talking to?" was golden

"He who travels alone goes faster, he who travels with others goes further" - Nick Diaz

Ariel: How are you doing Nick? Nick: I’m fine... Ariel: ...... Nick: I just think it’s funny that...

Thank you to Nick Diaz for being so open and allowing all of us inside his world‼️🤘💀🇺🇸

Ariel just listening and not interrupting is so professional.

Imagine on one card: Nick Vs Jorge Nate Vs Conor 3 Khabib Vs Tony

You gotta love to see how much love Nick has for Nate, he sacrificed his health and well being just to keep a roof over his family’s head and now he is worried for Nate and doesn’t want him to keep fighting.

I have older brothers, and I know where Nick Diaz is coming from. This is why I have mad love and respect for this dude because he reminds me of my big bros.

This is exactly what I’m like when I talk to my crush

Ariel looks so well behaved almost like he's scared for his life.

Hope Nick has someone who's a good listener to talk to regularly. He has a lot to say

I have little idea what he's talking about but 1 year later, I can't stop watching Nick.

Diaz stops Ariel : " can i ..." Diaz : continues

Ariel: how was your week Nick: kimbo was a very good friend of mine

I can't wait to see Nick again. He's very cool. Whether he fights again or not, I think he's one of the best!

It's weird that if you pay high level of attention you can understand nick. It's not that nick doesn't make sense. I meant it for real. Nick best line from this interview "relationships work as a glue that bind people together but relationships can also glued you to the ground." He also said he has a harder time dealing with Ariel "tailored version of Ariel".

You can tell he Loves his Bro Nate more than anything, and maybe watching him fight and get hurt is affecting him in a way very few can understand. Only the best wishes for both of them! 💪🏻🙏🏻

His love for his brother makes me tear up....all he ever wanted was to take care of his baby brother now his baby brother can take care of everything....I wish he could verbalize it better but it’s truly amazing

"I'm not gonna push that look, I'm from Stockton" haha I love nick man. I know this interview seemed very all over the place and chaotic but nick was holding all this in for years. And it just all spewed out at once. Respect to Ariel for letting him talk.

Nick just interviews himself and doesn’t gaf I love it

I'm high AF and 7 minutes in and I have absolutely no idea what is going on

Hes got anxiety issues and all those blows to the head can really change a person's speech and thought pattern. He's amazing person and mma fighter. All respect

I like how Ariel sits and listens. Much better than all those reporters who keep interrupting and speaking over their guests.

nick will forever be my favorite fighter

I miss Nick more and more 😭 loved that you had him on the show. Those commenting about his behavior can stfu he’s always had anxiety in interviews and Public speaking situations he keeps it real always

this interview is not long enough for everything on Diaz's mind.

He keeps it real. "I never had time to be good at numbers or small talk, or happy hour."

ariel thank you. you're approach, or some may feel lack of, was best move possible. Nick thank you soo soo much for doing this for us fans. much love and respect. to everyone who is a real fan, your support comes with great concern and compassion. to anyone using this as material to crack jokes, this man is a true legend, he lived how he knew a hard willed honest man should on a roller-coaster life track. you're making fun of true grit, determination, and sacrifice like few people know. thanks again nick for being the greatest roll model you could to so many

"Usually I'm right, I've been right so much, and the times I was wrong, I was like see I was right" 17:46 - Same bro

Nick is talking to two people in this interview. One being Ariel, and the other guy being inside Nick's head.

Nick has whole bunch of demons, such a difficult personality. Closed yet he wants to open up, offensive yet a good man with heart of gold. Biig problem with authorities. Type a fighter who cant be finished and doesnt want to go to distance either cause he would fight to death. Loves his brother more than anything still considers as a bit unfair that Nate has everything that he couldnt have and feels probably guilty to feel it. He needs fighting because its the only thing he knows really well but hates it at the same time. I remember this radio interview like 15 years ago where he spoke of the fight he had in the hospital with Joe Riggs. Such an agressive behavior, then you see him in another interview and hes the sweetest man (and both these faces are actually real). Just difficult. Still loveable, most honest, raw man and genius of a fighter.

Kudos to Ariel for allowing Nick speak his mind

I can listen to the Diaz brothers talk anytime, props to Ariel for lettin him talk, without interruption. Too many interviewers wanna hear themselves talk

“That’s my BABY brother” -Nick Diaz 2019

Diaz Army has GROWN So Much! NEVER thought I'd see the day! Nick is who he is & that's why We love him & respect him for Always being honest & put on THE BEST FIGHTS & People love to make fun of him, Same People haven't accomplished what he has. With that said, he should've NEVER went to this interview drunk & high. I believe The BMF Belt should've been his BUT he got in his own way. The old Nick would NEVER drink do drugs go to clubs. It hasn't been easy being a Diaz Fan But WELL WORTH IT!! 209

The best part of the diaz duo is how much nate looks up to nick and how supportive nick is for nate

God I love Nick Diaz he's such a good dude, he has a hard time articulating what hes feeling sometimes but don't let that fool you for a second Nick is a smart man.

You gotta love Nick. "Now your brother has everything YOU ever wanted & you have nothing" Nick: "Good, that means everything to me"

Always liked the Diaz brothers, they remind me of homies I grew up with. Can tell bro doesn't like talking about himself, but he is doing what's best for him and talking about all of it. A lot of us guys struggle with confronting our feelings or emotions in life, nobody's perfect but we work at it. Dude will go down as a warrior in my book.

I remember my big bro picking me up from school and bailing me out of jail for fighting. God bless big bro's.

The messages he sent that day will be deciphered for years to come.

“I’ve been summoned.” - Nick Diaz 2019