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UFC 202: Diaz vs. McGregor 2
UFC 202: Diaz vs. McGregor 2 was a mixed martial arts event produced by the Ultimate Fighting Championship that was held on August 20, 2016, at the T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada, part of the Las Vegas metropolitan area. The event was headlined by a welterweight rematch between The Ultimate Fighter 5 winner and former lightweight title challenger Nate Diaz and UFC Featherweight Champion Conor McGregor.
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Plot Summary
UFC 202 featured a highly anticipated rematch between Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz in a welterweight bout. This event followed their first encounter at UFC 196 where Diaz famously submitted McGregor. The rematch was billed as one of the biggest fights in UFC history, drawing immense global attention and setting pay-per-view records.
Critical Reception
As a live sporting event, critical reception focuses on the athletic performances and the overall spectacle. UFC 202 was overwhelmingly praised for its high-octane fights, particularly the main event, which was widely considered a modern classic and a testament to the fighters' resilience and skill. The event set new benchmarks for pay-per-view buys in the UFC.
What Reviewers Say
Widely regarded as one of the greatest fights in UFC history.
Conor McGregor and Nate Diaz delivered a thrilling, back-and-forth war.
Set new pay-per-view records, indicating massive fan engagement.
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Awards & Accolades
Fight of the Night (UFC 202: Diaz vs. McGregor 2)
Fun Fact
The event broke the UFC's previous pay-per-view record, selling over 1.6 million buys.
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