5 UFC fighters who are not afraid to fight anyone, anywhere, anytime

UFC 239: Jorge Masvidal v Ben Askren
UFC 239: Jorge Masvidal v Ben Askren

#2. Jorge Masvidal

Jorge Masvidal strikes at UFC 272: Spivak v Hardy
Jorge Masvidal strikes at UFC 272: Spivak v Hardy

Short notice title fight? Steakhouse in Miami? During a backstage interview? 'Gamebred' is always ready to fight. As a teenager, Masvidal tried his hand at backyard-fighting, which became popularized by the likes of the late Kimbo Slice.

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Masvidal is a martial artist, too. It's just that fighter tendencies take over whenever Masvidal feels that things can become confrontational. A great record and some of the best boxing in the UFC has launched the 37-year-old up the rankings. This puts him in a position to show that he's not just fight ready in street situations. Kamaru Usman needed an opponent to replace Gilbert Burns on six day notice. Masvidal answered the phone and flew halfway across the world.

This was a valiant effort on the part of 'Gamebred'. While it's also a risk for Usman, who also deserves credit, it adds a lot more to the legend of Masvidal. Time and time again, Masvidal has stood his ground or jumped on opportunity, proving that he's as ready and willing a fighter as one could possibly be.

#1. Nick Diaz

Nick Diaz takes on Robbie Lawler at UFC 266
Nick Diaz takes on Robbie Lawler at UFC 266

The older brother of Nate Diaz, Nick is obviously of the same cloth. Similar fighting styles and mentalities have made both of these fighters must-see inside and outside of the octagon.

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Nick Diaz firmly believes that if he is to fight in the octagon, it should be financially worth it. However, if it's for respect's sake, then he's willing to fight anytime, regardless of whether it be in a hotel elevator or in a hospital, both of which have happened in the past.

The Stockton native really highlighted his willingness to always fight when Jason Miller interrupted Diaz's teammate, Jake Shields, during his post-fight interview. Miller asked for his rematch in a rather brash manner, and Diaz and his crew acted on the urge to stand up for their teammate. This began the infamous Strikeforce brawl.

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