Nate Diaz Gives Fan Autographed Gloves – and a Taste of the Octagon

Nate Diaz isn’t one to just hand out autographs without a little action on the side. When a fan recently approached the UFC icon on the street for a signature, Diaz had one condition: the fan had to step up for a playful round of “honorable combat.” And what happened next was classic Nate Diaz.

As seen in a clip posted to Diaz’s Instagram Stories, the encounter began with the fan trying to emulate UFC star Shara Magomedov’s flashy double backfist knockout. The attempt had Diaz smiling and trading light jabs with his street opponent. Moments later, Diaz took the interaction to the ground, showing off his takedown skills before mimicking some playful ground-and-pound moves.

After the “match,” Diaz helped the fan to his feet and presumably fulfilled his autograph request. It was a wholesome but intense moment—highlighting Diaz’s signature mix of humor and fight-ready instincts.

For those who know the Diaz brothers, this encounter was all in a day’s work. Fans have long loved Nate and his brother Nick for their willingness to spar anywhere, anytime, making them legends both inside and outside the cage.