Nate Diaz Says He’s NOT Backing Out of UFC 230, Wants New Division

EXCLUSIVE

Nate Diaz says he will 100% be at Madison Square Garden to fight at UFC 230 on Nov. 3 — but if Dustin Poirier won’t fight at 165 pounds, he wants a new opponent. 

“Anybody who wants it at 165, we can do that,” Diaz tells TMZ Sports. 

Here’s the issue … Diaz is already booked to fight Poirier at 155 pounds. And, as Dana White pointed out last week, they signed the contract and everything. 

But, Diaz believes he’s a true 165-pound fighter — and wants to start a 165-pound division so he and Dustin can fight in the main event that night for a brand new 165-pound belt. 

And, if UFC and Poirier can’t find a way to make it happen, Nate says — “All comers bring it the f*ck on!”

Nate also had some strong words for Tyron Woodley — saying The Chosen One better watch his mouth with all the trash talk or he’ll get slapped upside his head … whether it’s in the Octagon or in the street. 

Stay tuned …