Several UFC fighters have come out in support of Nick Diaz after the UFC star was handed a five-year suspension by the Nevada State Athletic Commission. Count UFC light heavyweight contender Alexander Gustafsson among those shocked by the commission’s decision.

“People have been getting caught for much more serious things, substances that affect training and they get less punishment,” Gustafsson (16-3 MMA, 8-3 UFC) told MMAjunkie during a recent interview. “I was shocked. I think it was sad to see. Of course, he should be punished for what he’s done. Marijuana is not ok, I’m not supporting that at all. It’s an illegal substance. But, still, five years and so much money. It’s unreasonable.”

Despite his feelings on the way the NSAC handled the situation, the No. 4 ranked fighter in the NOS Energy Drink MMA light heavyweight rankings says that he has no problem fighting in Nevada in the future.

“I’m comfortable to fight in Vegas, you know,” Gustafsson said. “I think it’s just sad for Nick Diaz. I think this actually ruins more than it’s making good for the sport when you see cases like this. But I’m comfortable to fight in Nevada.”

Nevada is no worry for the Swede currently as Gustafsson will face light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier (16-1 MMA, 4-1 UFC) in the main event of UFC 192, which takes place at Toyota Center in Houston. The main card airs on pay-per-view following preliminary bouts on Fox Sports 1 and UFC Fight Pass.

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