5 UFC stars who should consider switching to boxing

#4. Kamaru Usman - UFC welterweight

Similar to that of Namajunas, UFC welterweight champion Kamaru Usman did not start his MMA career as a striker. He primarily utilized a wrestling-heavy approach, grinding out his opponents with relentless pressure.

However, as of late, Usman has fallen in love with his hands. This is entirely justified, as his last two fights have ended in brutal KOs against Jorge Masvidal and Gilbert Burns.

Whilst Usman is currently preparing for a rematch with Colby Covington, he has hinted that a super fight against Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez might be next for him. Speaking in a recent interview with The Schmo, Usman stated that:

"I might have to go drag Canelo out... when he's done with all these guys that he's running through. I mean, it's never been done. I might have to drag him into... if not in the octagon, I might have to drag him in the ring and actually take him. Cus' it's pound-for-pound, never been done. Pound-for-pound MMA fighter and pound-for-pound boxer. So, that might be next."

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#3. Nate Diaz - UFC welterweight

Outside of the UFC champions and Conor McGregor, Nate Diaz may well be MMA's biggest draw. The iconic fighter from Stockton is known for his striking prowess, having gone toe-to-toe with the likes of McGregor, Anthony Pettis and Michael Johnson.

Diaz is still signed with the UFC, and it appears he is hoping for a matchup with Tony Ferguson or Vicente Luque next. However, it would not be surprising to see him make the move to boxing once his contract is played out.

He has already been called out by Jake Paul, and it is money fights like these that typically entice Diaz into competing. Speaking to BT Sport in the aftermath of the Fury/Wilder trilogy fight, Diaz stated:

"Yeah, I have always been wanting to box [but] I have been stuck inside the cage. We'll see what happens."