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9. Nick Diaz Suspension

This is the one example that made the list which doesn’t involve the UFC being the one to treat fighters unfairly. In this case it is the Nevada State Athletic Commission that is the offender.

Stemming from multiple failed drug tests due to marijuana, the NSAC suspended Nick Diaz for a period of 5 years. The harsh penalty caused an uproar amongst fans, and Joe Rogan tweeted out NSAC’s phone number, which led to the commission being harassed by angry Diaz fans (or just fans of marijuana).

After an appeals process the suspension was reduced to 18 months, which many feel is still 18 months too long. Diaz reportedly also still owes $75,000 in unpaid fines stemming from his failed drug tests.

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Ian is a MMA writer based out of Toronto, ON Canada. An avid mixed martial arts enthusiast and passionate fan since he was born, Ian has been writing about mixed martial arts for over 5 years.