Nate Diaz's 15-Year UFC Record Broken by Tommy McMillen at UFC Oklahoma City

Tommy McMillen broke Nate Diaz's 15-year UFC record with a record-breaking performance at UFC Oklahoma City on 18 Jun. McMillen landed an astonishing 252 significant strikes in a three-round fight against Alberto Montes, surpassing Diaz's long-standing mark of 238 significant strikes in a three-round UFC fight.

What happened?

McMillen's impressive display saw him earn a third-round TKO at the 3:29 mark, with Montes unable to withstand the pressure. McMillen's suffocating pace and relentless striking left Montes trapped against the fence, where he absorbed a barrage of unanswered strikes before the referee stepped in to halt the contest.

Why it matters for Nate Diaz

Diaz's 15-year reign atop the record books has come to an end, with McMillen's achievement marking a significant milestone in the featherweight division. The Stockton native earned the record when he defeated Donald Cerrone at UFC 141 in December 2011, a feat that has now been surpassed by McMillen's impressive display.

What comes next?

McMillen's victory improved his record to 11-0 as a professional and 2-0 inside the UFC, following his arrival through Dana White's Contender Series in 2025. The American fighter has sent a message to the UFC, stating that he is the "real American gangster" and is ready to take on the best in the division. With his sights set on a Mexican opponent in Arizona, McMillen is looking to continue his winning streak and make a name for himself in the UFC.

McMillen's post-fight comments were laced with confidence, as he referred to himself as the "third Diaz brother" and called for a Mexican opponent in Arizona. The American fighter's words were a testament to his growing reputation in the UFC, and his desire to take on the best in the division.

McMillen's victory has sent shockwaves through the featherweight division, with many fans and pundits alike tipping him as a potential contender for the title. With his impressive display at UFC Oklahoma City, McMillen has cemented his position as a rising star in the division, and his name is sure to be on everyone's lips in the coming weeks.

The UFC has a new star on the rise, and his name is Tommy McMillen.