Two enemies, one cage, zero apologies — Diaz vs. Noons is pure MMA soap opera violence.
Strikeforce: Diaz vs. Noons II, also known as Strikeforce: San Jose, was a mixed martial arts event held by Strikeforce on October 9, 2010 at the HP Pavilion in San Jose, California, United States. The event aired live on the Showtime cable network.Welterweight Championship bout: Nick Diaz vs. KJ NoonsLightweight bout: Josh Thomson vs. Gesias CavalcanteWomen's Welterweight Championship (135 lbs) bout: Sarah Kaufman vs. Marloes CoenenWelterweight bout: Tyron Woodley vs. André Galvão
Practical Effects
Real unscripted violence, no stunt doubles needed.
Production
Showtime-era Strikeforce captured raw pre-UFC monopoly energy.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This rematch was four years in the making after their infamous 2007 brawl ended in a doctor stoppage and a post-fight in-cage melee involving Diaz's brother Nate.
Strikeforce's 2010 roster featured future UFC stars like Ronda Rousey and Daniel Cormier before Zuffa purchased the promotion in 2011, making this a time capsule of MMA's last true competitor era.
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