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Daniel Cormier apparently got submitted in sparring by a UFC legend who claimed he got the better of ‘DC’

Daniel Cormier wasn’t happy when a UFC icon claimed he made him tap out. For the most part, ‘DC’ is a very cheerful individual. However, on occasion, his buttons still get pressed, with Cormier once raging at Khabib Nurmagomedov over a prank.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 8

Daniel Cormier explains the reason why Nassourdine Imavov might not get the next shot at Khamzat Chimaev

Nassourdine Imavov might not get his opportunity to face Khamzat Chimaev anytime soon, says Daniel Cormier. On Saturday night, the Frenchman dominated Caio Borralho to win via unanimous decision in the main event of UFC Paris.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 6

Daniel Cormier names the one thing that won’t happen in Floyd Mayweather vs Mike Tyson super fight

Daniel Cormier has predicted something fans won’t see in Floyd Mayweather vs Mike Tyson. Earlier this week, the all-time greats announced that they’ll go head-to-head in an exhibition bout next year.

MMA News / FirstSportz / September 5

Daniel Cormier Reveals Confronting Jack Della Maddalena Over Hate Post

Former UFC double champion Daniel Cormier is one of the most respected veterans in the entire MMA community. After retirement, the UFC Hall of Famer has shifted his primary focus to being a UFC analyst and commentator.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 4

Daniel Cormier speaks on Luke Rockhold’s KO loss, problem he has with ‘great friend’ boxing again

Luke Rockhold’s post-UFC career didn’t go according to plan. The former UFC and Strikeforce Middleweight Champion appears to be leaning towards combat sports retirement following a devastating knockout loss to Darren Till in the main event of Misfits Boxing 22 last weekend.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 4

Islam Makhachev roasts Daniel Cormier with four word reaction to UFC legend’s greatest highlights

Islam Makhachev and Daniel Cormier went back-and-forth on social media as their hilarious mock feud continues. The legendary duo have had an ongoing friendly rivalry dating back to their days training together at the American Kickboxing Academy.

MMA News / HITC / August 31

Daniel Cormier questions Jack Della Maddalena vs Islam Makhachev odds, and explains why

Daniel Cormier believes the UFC 322 headliner between Jack Della Maddalena and Islam Makhachev is a lot closer than the odds suggest. Dana White has confirmed a stacked card for UFC 322, including the main event where Makhachev will move up to welterweight to take on Della Maddalena.

MMA News / NY Fights / August 31

Daniel Cormier Reveals the True Cause Behind Conor McGregor’s UFC Downfall

There was a time when Conor McGregor’s only passion was winning belts and perfecting his craft inside the Octagon. From his early days in Cage Warriors to his explosive arrival in the UFC, McGregor carried a hunger in his eyes that few fighters ever possess.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / August 30

Daniel Cormier explains why Islam Makhachev is too big of a favorite over Jack Della Maddalena

Daniel Cormier thinks the UFC 322 main event between Jack Della Maddalena and Islam Makhachev is more even on paper than the betting odds would suggest.

MMA News / NY Fights / August 28

Daniel Cormier Claims He Could Take Over Dana White’s Throne If UFC Trusts Him

UFC CEO Dana White has no plans to step down from his role anytime soon. Despite that, reporters often asked other executives and MMA personalities whether they would want to step in as his replacement.

Joe Rogan reveals he had to educate Daniel Cormier mid-broadcast at UFC 319

The UFC commentary team of Joe Rogan and Daniel Cormier has received quite a lot of criticism from the fanbase as of late. For several years now, the UFC PPV broadcast team has consisted of Jon Anik, Joe Rogan and Daniel Cormier, with Rogan having seemingly taken a small step back from duties recently.

‘Still got it…’ Fans react as Daniel Cormier dominates in new sparring footage

Fans are certainly up in arms off the back of newly released sparring footage of veteran ex-UFC kingpin Daniel Cormier. A dominant force at the light heavyweight limit during his run in the UFC, Daniel Cormier also scooped the heavyweight crown before his 2020 retirement as part of a Hall of Fame career in the sport.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / August 26

Daniel Cormier landed third wins in three weeks with a 62-second submission in Strikeforce in 2010

Before he became an all-time great in the UFC, Daniel Cormier went through three opponents in three weeks to make his name in the MMA sphere. Before his success as a champion in both the Light Heavyweight and Heavyweight divisions, Daniel Cormier was a champion amateur wrestler trying to make it in professional MMA.

Daniel Cormier nearly had epic fight with UFC legend but WWE came calling

Former UFC two-division champion Daniel Cormier is just over five years removed from his final MMA fight. If he were to do it over again, there is one fight in particular he wishes he could have back: a heavyweight blockbuster with former champion Brock Lesnar, who had stints in the WWE amid his heavyweight title reign between Nov.

Daniel Cormier was never drug tested before signing with the UFC

Daniel Cormier made his mixed martial arts debut in September 2009 in the Strikeforce Contenders series. He fought in the Australian fight promotion XMMA and in King of the Cage. "DC" won the Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix Tournament in 2012.

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Jon Jones Slams Daniel Cormier for Snubbing Him on MMA Mount Rushmore

It’s no secret that Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier share one of the fiercest rivalries in UFC history. Their bitter feud over the light heavyweight title, spanning their iconic clashes at UFC 182 and UFC 214, was filled with personal digs, heated exchanges, and unmatched competitiveness.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / August 23

'After What Your Dad Did': Daniel Cormier Spells the Exact Milestone That Would Make Bronny James’ Career a Success

It is rare for a child of a sports legend to exceed their parent’s skill. Many players, like Michael Jordan, Shaquille O’Neal and Patrick Ewing, all have sons who tried their hand at basketball but were unable to succeed like their fathers.

Daniel Cormier Claims WWE Saved Brock Lesnar from Getting Brutally Beaten in the Octagon

There is no doubt that former heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar had a short but impactful career in the UFC. ‘The Beast Incarnate’ came into the promotion guns blazing, winning the heavyweight gold only in his third fight for the promotion when he knocked out Randy Couture at UFC 91.

‘If I really wanted to…’ Jon Jones blasts Daniel Cormier for UFC rival’s ‘rent free’ comments

Jon Jones responded to Daniel Cormier, just as his biggest rival had expected. It’s been seven years since Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier last shared the UFC Octagon and the two fighting legends are still going at it.

MMA News / FirstSportz / August 22

Daniel Cormier Claims $600 Million Fortune Changed Conor McGregor’s MMA Career for Worse

There has not been a fighter like Conor McGregor to grace the Octagon since the initiation of the UFC in 1993. The Irishman gained global popularity due to his impressive fights and ‘Notorious’ personality.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / August 21

Jon Jones Fires Back At Daniel Cormier

The rivalry between Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier shows no signs of cooling down. The former UFC champions once again traded barbs this week after Cormier left Jones off his personal MMA Mount Rushmore during an appearance on Club Shay Shay.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / August 21

Daniel Cormier: 'I don't believe Jon Jones should be considered the greatest of all time'

Who is the greatest fighter of all time? Many, including UFC CEO Dana White believes former two-division champion Jon Jones is the G.O.A.T., but others will argue that it's Georges St-Pierre.

MMA News / NY Fights / August 18

Alexander Volkanovski Calls Out Lerone Murphy in Wake of UFC 319

The featherweight division finally found stability in April at UFC 314 when Alexander Volkanovski edged out Diego Lopes in a hard-fought decision. With the win, the Aussie legend became a two-time undisputed 145lbs kingpin and the first fighter over the age of 35 to claim a world title in divisions below 155 pounds.

MMA News / FirstSportz / August 16

Khamzat Chimaev Gives UFC Legend Daniel Cormier Reality Check with Wild Public Encounter

Daniel Cormier is undoubtedly one of the most respected veterans in the sport. Since his retirement from the brutal sport, the former champion has completely shifted his entire focus toward being a UFC analyst.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / June 23

Daniel Cormier: ‘It’s not surprising.’

Following the news that newly retired UFC legend Jon Jones is facing criminal charges, Jones’ biggest critic former UFC champion Daniel Cormier chimes in on the developments.