Strikeforce Welterweight Champion Nick Diaz successfully defended his title in a thrilling bout with British striker Paul “Semtex” Daley on April 9th. With his tenth straight win, Diaz moves up the welterweight rankings and eyes a showdown with UFC Welterweight Champion Georges “Rush” St. Pierre.
In April women’s action, Sheila “The German Tank” Gaff upset Aisling “Ais The Bash” Daly at Cage Warriors 41 and debuts in the 125-pound rankings, while San Jose’s Elaina “Beef” Maxwell returns to the top ten at 145 pounds after defeating fellow Strikeforce veteran Shana “Rock Solid” Olsen.