Carlos Condit Says He is "A More Technical Fighter" Than Nick Diaz

Carlos Condit won't be the first person to gloat about his skills as a fighter, because that's not his style.

However, when comparing his skills to his opponent's (Nick Diaz), Condit is confident that he is the superior fighter.

Condit and Diaz will meet in the main event next weekend at UFC 143 for the UFC interim welterweight title, a matchup that adds significance to the welterweight division. The attention for UFC 143's title bout has primarily shifted its focus to this Saturday's coverage of UFC on FOX 2, headlined by Rashad Evans and Phil Davis, but the momentum will pick up near the conclusion of this weekend.

While discussing Diaz's striking ability, Condit easily favours himself to be the more well-rounded of the two competitors, especially regarding his kickboxing skills.

“I have more weapons in my arsenal. I just bring some different stuff to the table,” Condit said. "“He can take a good shot but can he take knees? Is he going to be able to take elbows? It’s a different when it’s a shin across your face." 

“I feel like I’m a more technical fighter than Diaz.” he added.

"The Natural Born Killer" can certainly make a fair argument to prove he is a more polished striker than Diaz, even owning three award bonuses, including two "Knockout of the Night" honours to his name. But the former Strikeforce welterweight champion can prove to be just as an effective force when utilizing his boxing skills and relentless pace.

Neither fighter has attempted to engage in a verbal sparring due their mutual respect for one another, but both Conidt and Diaz intend on making a statement, in hopes of walking away with the UFC interim welterweight crown.