Nate Diaz, known for his unapologetic demeanor and never-back-down attitude, has been a controversial figure in MMA. His tendency to speak his mind and engage in confrontations has earned him a fair share of rivals and enemies. Amidst the chaos, Diaz has managed to forge some strong friendship bonds, one of which is with boxer Andre Ward.

Ward, a former professional boxer and Olympic gold medalist, has not only captivated audiences with his skills inside the ring but has also formed meaningful connections with individuals outside of it. Both Nate and his brother Nick Diaz share a deep friendship with Ward, a bond that extends beyond combat sports.

Ward has regularly stepped into the ring as a sparring partner for the Diaz brothers, contributing to their training and sharpening their skills.

Nate Diaz and Michael B Jordan extend support for Andre Ward and his upcoming documentary

Adding to the excitement surrounding him, Ward’s upcoming documentary, ‘S.O.G.: The Book of Ward,’ is releasing this June. This project delves into the life and career of Ward, providing an intimate look at his journey from amateur success to professional greatness.

In a recent Instagram story, Ward shared a snippet from one of his podcast appearances. In the video, he discusses an aspect of his fighting prowess that he believes has been overlooked— his chin. He expressed his frustration at not receiving enough credit for his ability to absorb punches.

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“I don’t get credit for my chin, I have probably had one of the best chins pound for pound. I don’t want to be known for a chin but you wanna be known for whatever you did”, he said. Ward added – “I don’t get credit for that. I was one of the toughest and meanest inside the ring pound for pound. Buts it’s funny that boxing is what the people pinpoint.”

Nate Diaz reshared the Instagram story, lending his support to Ward‘s assertion. Additionally, Hollywood actor Michael B. Jordan chimed in with a comment of his own, affirming the validity by stating – “facts!”

Fan reactions to the video

Fans quickly rallied behind Ward, echoing their admiration and respect for the accomplished boxer. Here are some of the fan reactions –

• “Can’t wait for this. Mi idol inside and out of the ring. Legend”
• “The realest P4P always stayed ten toes down”
• “Exactly why this man is one of my all-time favorites”
• “Underrated, his name should be mentioned more often when people speak of the goats”
• “My guy didn’t just beat those fighters he beat em up”
• “The best technically and smart boxer inside the ring”
• “100%. The guy beat the p*ss out of world-class fighters. There’s also several guys he fought that were never the same after he beat them. He took souls”
• “An absolute G inside and outside the ring”

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As Ward‘s documentary approaches, fans eagerly await the opportunity to gain deeper insights into the life and career of this remarkable athlete.