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Jon Jones Throws Shade At Khabib Nurmagomedov Fans, Claims He’s The Greatest Fighter Of All Time

UFC’s Jon Jones confidently stated that he is in fact the greatest fighter of all time in a video he recently released. He addressed the fans of Khabib Nurmagomedov, who just retired after he recorded a win against Justin Gaethje last Saturday, according to a report from TMZ. After the fight, numerous fans were stating […]

By Mackenzie Jerks | 2y ago

Daniel Cormier Announces Retirement After Loss To Stipe Miocic At ‘UFC 252’

Former UFC double champion Daniel Cormier announced that he is retiring from mixed martial arts following his unanimous-decision loss to reigning heavyweight titleholder Stipe Miocic at UFC 252 on Saturday night. As seen in the video below, the veteran fighter made the announcement during the post-fight press conference, telling color commentator Joe Rogan that he’s […]

By Lorenzo Tanos | 3y ago

WWE News: Former UFC Champion Discusses Details Of Recent Talks With Company

Daniel Cormier has been linked with a move to WWE for a while, and the UFC superstar recently shared some news about plans that fell through earlier this year. During an interview with BT Sports, by way of 411Mania, the mixed martial artist revealed that he’s been in touch with WWE officials twice in 2019, […]

By Kieran Fisher | 3y ago

WWE News: Another Former UFC Champion Teases Joining Company

Former UFC Light Heavyweight and Heavyweight Champion Daniel Cormier recently joined Konnan’s Keepin’ it 100 podcast where he talked about the possibility of following Ronda Rousey and Cain Velasquez to WWE. As documented by WrestlingNews.co, Cormier revealed that he’s had conversations with multiple parties about several different roles pertaining to pro wrestling, including serving as […]

By Kieran Fisher | 3y ago

MMA Rumors: Anthony Johnson Planning UFC Comeback In 2020 At Heavyweight, Manager Says

Anthony Johnson, the former UFC light heavyweight standout who retired in the spring of 2017 at the age of 33, is reportedly planning to return to active competition early next year. Citing Johnson’s manager, Ali Abdelaziz, ESPN’s Brett Okamoto wrote that Johnson is set to file paperwork to reenter the UFC’s drug testing pool for […]

By Lorenzo Tanos | 4y ago

WWE Rumors: Daniel Cormier Reportedly Still Being Targeted By Company After Loss At ‘UFC 241’

Following his knockout loss to Stipe Miocic at UFC 241 on Saturday, rumors are swirling once again regarding the possibility of former UFC heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier becoming the latest mixed martial arts standout to make the switch to professional wrestling. Although he stressed during the post-fight press conference that he has yet to make […]

By Lorenzo Tanos | 4y ago

MMA Rumors: Dana White Comments On Possibility Of Third Fight Between Jon Jones And Daniel Cormier

In the aftermath of recent comments from two-time UFC lightweight champion Jon “Bones” Jones about refusing to move up one weight class for yet another fight against reigning heavyweight champ Daniel Cormier, UFC President Dana White opened up about the possibility of a third bout between both men, as well as their shared hesitance to […]

By Lorenzo Tanos | 4y ago

WWE News: UFC Star Teases Joining WWE To Fight Brock Lesnar

Several WWE superstars hit the red carpet for last night’s ESPY Awards ceremony, with Roman Reigns winning a prize at the event. However, the biggest talking point coming out of the awards ceremony was a conversation between Triple H and reigning UFC Heavyweight Champion Daniel Cormier. Reporting on the event, Wrestling Inc. shared the UFC […]

By Kieran Fisher | 4y ago

MMA Rumors: Main Reasons Brock Lesnar Retired From MMA Revealed By Dave Meltzer

Earlier this week, former UFC and WWE champion Brock Lesnar shocked the mixed martial arts world when it was announced that he was retiring from the sport, thus putting the kibosh on his rumored fight against current UFC Heavyweight Champion Daniel Cormier. As a result, subsequent reports hinted that plans for Cormier to face Stipe […]

By Lorenzo Tanos | 4y ago

MMA Rumors: Dana White Breaks Silence On Daniel Cormier-Brock Lesnar Rumors, Reveals DC’s ‘Two Nasty Fights’

Since defeating the “baddest man on the planet” Stipe Miocic at UFC 226, UFC heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier has been campaigning for a super-fight against former UFC champion and WWE superstar Brock Lesnar. In a post-fight interview, Cormier called out Lesnar, who immediately got inside the Octagon and shoved “DC.” As of now, the UFC […]

By JB Baruelo | 4y ago

Daniel Cormier Demands Bout Against Brock Lesnar, Says It’s The ‘Fight That Needs To Happen’

At the moment, Brock Lesnar’s status in the WWE is unclear following his loss to Seth Rollins in their match for the Universal Championship at WrestleMania 35. But since many believe WWE had Rollins defeat Lesnar in order to allow the latter to compete again in the UFC, it might not be much longer before […]

By Lorenzo Tanos | 4y ago

MMA Rumors: Jon Jones Vs. Daniel Cormier 3 Still Possible, Per ‘MMAjunkie’

A month is yet to pass since UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones defended the title against Anthony Smith at UFC 235, but he has already started talking about his next fight. On Twitter, “Bones” hinted at the possibility that he and former UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic could face each other in the Octagon […]

By JB Baruelo | 4y ago

WWE News: Former UFC Champion Says Brock Lesnar Can’t Fight For Title, ‘He’s Not Even Part Of The Sport’

Right now, Brock Lesnar is the current WWE Universal Champion, and he will put his title on the line against Seth Rollins at WrestleMania 35 next month. Many thought that Lesnar would leave WWE last year when his contract was up and head back to UFC, but it didn’t go that way. There are still […]

By Danny Cox | 4y ago

MMA News: Daniel Cormier Willing To Avenge Cain Velasquez, ‘I Will Beat Francis Ngannou’

UFC heavyweight contender Francis Ngannou put himself closer to another title shot after a dominant victory over Cain Velasquez at UFC on ESPN 1 held at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona, on Sunday. The fight between Ngannou and Velasquez didn’t last long, as the Cameroonian mixed martial artist only needed 26 seconds to […]

By JB Baruelo | 4y ago

Daniel Cormier Says Brock Lesnar Fight ‘Kinda Still Up In The Air’

There are two fights fans really want to see before current UFC Heavyweight Champion Daniel Cormier hangs up the gloves for good — Brock Lesnar and the third fight with Jon Jones. Daniel Cormier sat down for an interview on The MMA Hour where he talked about his future plans, including the rumored fight with […]

By Dave LeClair | 4y ago

Jon Jones Willing To Pay $100K For A Shot At UFC Champ Daniel Cormier

Professional mixed martial arts fighter Jon Jones is a two-time Ultimate Fighting Championship light heavyweight champion, but cannot stop dwelling on a couple of past matches with a viable competitor. In fact, it’s annoyed him so much that he’s willing to pay $100,000 for a rematch. Jon Jones is the youngest champion in UFC history […]

By Kristin Danley Greiner | 4y ago

Conor McGregor Shouldn’t Be Given Rematch With Khabib, Says Daniel Cormier

Current UFC heavyweight and light-heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier recently revealed his opinion on the fight between Conor McGregor and his teammate Khabib Nurmagomedov, saying that McGregor’s performance wasn’t enough to warrant a rematch against the Russian fighter, according to reports from Daily Express. McGregor and Khabib faced off in UFC 229 for the lightweight, where […]

By Terrence Smith | 4y ago

MMA Rumors: Two Potential Opponents For UFC Champ Daniel Cormier If Brock Lesnar Backs Out

After beating Stipe Miocic at UFC 226 to become the new UFC heavyweight champion, Daniel Cormier already knew who he wants to fight next. In a post-fight interview, Cormier immediately called out former UFC heavyweight champion and WWE superstar Brock Lesnar, who quickly entered the Octagon, shoved “DC,” and engaged in a heated exchange of […]

By JB Baruelo | 4y ago

MMA Rumors: Daniel Cormier, Jon Jones Reveal Why They Are No Longer Interested In A Trilogy Fight

At UFC 230, UFC two-division champion Daniel Cormier became the first fighter to win and defend both the light heavyweight and heavyweight belt after beating Derrick Lewis via rear-naked choke. As expected, in the post-fight interview, Cormier called out former UFC heavyweight champion and WWE superstar Brock Lesnar for the second time. Brock Lesnar has […]

By JB Baruelo | 4y ago

MMA Rumors: Daniel Cormier Reveals Potential Date And Location Of Money Fight Against Brock Lesnar

After beating Stipe Miocic at UFC 226, UFC two-division champion Daniel Cormier already has an idea who he wants to fight next in the UFC heavyweight division. In a post-fight interview, Cormier called out former UFC heavyweight champion and WWE superstar Brock Lesnar, who immediately came inside the Octagon, shoved “DC,” and engaged in a […]

By JB Baruelo | 4y ago

MMA Rumors: Derrick Lewis Thinks Daniel Cormier Is ‘Scared’ To Fight Jon Jones, ‘The Guy Beat Him Twice’

Nearly four months after beating the “baddest man on the planet,” Stipe Miocic, UFC two-division champion Daniel Cormier is set to fight again in the Octagon at UFC 230, which takes place on Saturday, November 3, at Madison Square Garden. Cormier will be defending the UFC heavyweight title for the first time, battling against Derrick […]

By JB Baruelo | 4y ago

MMA News: Daniel Cormier Vows To Slap Brock Lesnar In His Face If He Enters Octagon At ‘UFC 230’

UFC two-division champion Daniel Cormier has succeeded to capture the heavyweight title after beating Stipe Miocic at UFC 226. In a post-fight interview, Cormier grabbed the opportunity to set himself up for a huge payday by calling out former UFC heavyweight champion and WWE superstar Brock Lesnar. Brock Lesnar didn’t think twice before going inside […]

By JB Baruelo | 4y ago

MMA Rumors: Daniel Cormier Explains Why He Didn’t Give Stipe Miocic An Immediate Rematch

Stipe Miocic’s reign as the UFC heavyweight champion ended after suffering a first-round knockout in the hands of UFC light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier at UFC 226. Miocic entered the fight as the heavy favorite to win, but Cormier proved his doubters wrong. Since the loss, Miocic has been continuously campaigning for a rematch. Unfortunately, […]

By JB Baruelo | 5y ago

MMA Rumors: Daniel Cormier Reveals Two Potential Opponents For His Last UFC Fight

Since beating Stipe Miocic at UFC 226, UFC light heavyweight and heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier revealed his plan to permanently end his mixed martial arts career after two more fights. As of now, he is scheduled to make his first title defense as the UFC heavyweight champion at UFC 230 against Derrick Lewis. Most people […]

By JB Baruelo | 5y ago

MMA Rumors: Daniel Cormier Versus Jon Jones 3 Could Happen At Heavyweight, Says Dana White

Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones is near to finish serving the 15-month suspension USADA handed him after testing positive for a banned substance last year. “Bones” could fight again in the Octagon as early as October 28, and as of now, there is only one man Jones is expected to face when he […]

By JB Baruelo | 5y ago

MMA Rumors: Daniel Cormier Only Sees Stipe Miocic As Backup Plan If Fight With Brock Lesnar Doesn’t Happen

At UFC 226, Daniel Cormier succeeded to become a two-division UFC champion after beating the “baddest man on the planet,” Stipe Miocic. Cormier only needed one round to knock out Miocic and claim the UFC heavyweight title. After acquiring his second belt, “DC” immediately called out former UFC heavyweight champion and WWE superstar Brock Lesnar. […]

By JB Baruelo | 5y ago

Daniel Cormier Says ‘UFC 226’ Was A ‘WrestleMania Moment,’ And He Wants WWE & MMA Fans To Come Together

Just two weeks ago, At UFC 226, reigning UFC light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier knocked out Stipe Miocic to win the heavyweight title to become a two-division champion. As the Inquisitr reported, after he won the bout, Daniel Cormier cut a WWE-like promo on Brock Lesnar, who was sitting next to Dana White in the […]

By Carter Lee | 5y ago

Anderson Silva’s Failed Drug Test Was Due To Contaminated Supplements, Former Champ Eyes Return To UFC

The U.S. Anti-Doping Agency announced today that former UFC Middleweight Champion Anderson “The Spider” Silva’s second positive test for banned substances –from October 2017 — was a result of contaminated supplements. The announcement effectively clears Silva of the charge of intentional doping. “This is great news. I am vindicated,” Silva said via press release. “The […]

By Kevin Tall | 5y ago

Stipe Miocic On Daniel Cormier Rematch: ‘Kiss My A** If You Don’t Think I Deserve That’

After ruling the heavyweight division for three years, the “baddest man on the planet,” former UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic, suffered a massive defeat in the hands of Daniel Cormier at UFC 226. Cormier only needed one round to knock out and end Miocic’s six-fight winning streak. After beating Miocic, Cormier called out Brock Lesnar, […]

By JB Baruelo | 5y ago

Nick Diaz Goes Off On ‘Cheating’ Brock Lesnar, Demands UFC Heavyweight Title Shot

Nick Diaz is not happy about the potential Brock Lesnar vs Daniel Cormier heavyweight showdown for the title. The 34-year-old UFC veteran went off on a rant calling for a title shot as any weight class and criticized newly crowned UFC heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier, according to MMA Junkie. Despite fresh of a knockout victory […]

By Nigel Payne | 5y ago

WWE News: Brock Lesnar’s Return Match Known, Confirmed For Next Month’s ‘SummerSlam’

After Brock Lesnar showed up at UFC 226 and threatened new UFC Heavyweight Champion Daniel Cormier, many thought he may never return to WWE again. The problem with that is that Lesnar is still under contract to the company and he still has the WWE Universal Championship in his possession. Well, it appears as if […]

By Danny Cox | 5y ago

MMA Rumors: UFC Champ Daniel Cormier Willing To Fight Jon Jones ‘If He’s Around’

Daniel Cormier suddenly became part of the G.O.A.T. conversations after beating the “baddest man on the planet,” Stipe Miocic, via first-round knock out at UFC 226 to claim the UFC heavyweight title. However, despite becoming a two-division champion, Cormier is planning to stick with his plan to retire in March 2019. Daniel Cormier plans to […]

By JB Baruelo | 5y ago

‘UFC 226’ Main Card Results: Daniel Cormier Becomes A Two-Division Champion

UFC 226: Miocic vs. Cormier aired live on pay-per-view Saturday night from the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. Five bouts were featured in the main card of UFC 226, including the main event where Stipe Miocic defended the UFC Heavyweight Championship against UFC light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier. This was a highly-anticipated match as […]

By Carter Lee | 5y ago

In WWE Fashion, At ‘UFC 226,’ Brock Lesnar Storms In And Confronts Daniel Cormier, ‘I’m Coming For You’

On Saturday night, light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier became a two-division champion by knocking out Stipe Miocic, the longest-reigning heavyweight champion, to claim the heavyweight title. WWE universal champion and former UFC champion Brock Lesnar was in the front row, and Daniel Cormier didn’t waste any time. No, this isn’t WWE Raw, but what happened […]

By Carter Lee | 5y ago

UFC Star Daniel Cormier Reveals His UFC Retirement Date For After Stipe Miocic Fight

With a future fight scheduled for a date this year against Stipe Miocic, UFC fighter Daniel Cormier also knows when he’ll retire. The current UFC light heavyweight champion will be attempting to add another title to his resume ahead of that date, reaching a goal that only one other fighter has in the history of […]

By Matt Couden | 5y ago

Stipe Miocic Vs. Daniel Cormier Set For ‘UFC 226’

UFC just announced a huge fight for UFC 226 as heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic will be taking on the light heavyweight champion in Daniel Cormier for the heavyweight belt. UFC 226 takes place July 7 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas and airs on pay-per-view following prelims on FS1 and UFC Fight Pass. Not only […]

By Cole Shelton | 5y ago

‘UFC 220’: Boston Fight Card Taking Shape With Miocic Vs. Ngannou, Latest On Volkan Oezdemir

UFC 220 takes place in Boston on January 20, 2018, and the fight card is already taking shape. UFC boss Dana White had indicated that a matchup between heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic and the big-hitting Francis Ngannou was a priority for the company, and that match will headline UFC 220. As reported by MMA Mania, […]

By Alan Ewart | 5y ago

Daniel Cormier Hopes Jon Jones Only Gets Minimum Suspension

Jon Jones most recent failed drug tests carry the possibility of a four-year suspension since he is now a repeat offender. However, there is one fellow UFC fighter who said that he would like to see the Jones suspension reduced to just a one-year minimum. TMZ caught up with Daniel Cormier, and he made that […]

By Shawn Lealos | 5y ago

UFC News: Jon Jones Is On Daniel Cormier’s List, Future UFC Fight Coming?

While UFC star Jon Jones has been somewhat lowkey since his overturned win several months ago, his rival Daniel Cormier has him on his future fight list. However, that future fight could be months away, as Cormier has another MMA fighter ahead of Jon Jones on the fight list. Here are the latest details on […]

By Matt Couden | 5y ago

MMA Rumors: Former Champ Jon Jones Leaving UFC For Bellator?

Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jon “Bones” Jones is undeniably one of the best fighters who ever stepped inside the Octagon. However, his legacy was stained with various controversies, including the use of performance-enhancing drugs. After receiving a lengthy suspension, will Jon Jones leave UFC to continue fighting for another MMA promotion? At UFC 214, […]

By JB Baruelo | 5y ago

Did Jon Jones Admit To Using Steroids After The Daniel Cormier Fight? Watch His Post-Fight Interview

Since Jon Jones tested positive for steroid turinabol following his UFC 214 victory, which has been officially overturned to a no contest, analyst and fans have been analyzing his words and behavior leading up to the fight and afterwards. At UFC 214, Jon Jones had a post-fight interview with Fox Sports. Jones discussed closing the […]

By Frank Yemi | 6y ago

Jon Jones Failed Drug Test Twist: How He Could Have Taken The Banned Substance

Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones has been stripped of a UFC title for the third time after testing positive for a banned steroid. After his B sample came back positive, fans and members of the MMA community pondered whether ‘Bones’ Jones took the steroid knowingly and how he could have taken the banned […]

By Frank Yemi | 6y ago

UFC Champion Daniel Cormier Responds To Criticism Regarding Title Controversy

Daniel Cormier is once again the light heavyweight champion in the UFC. Cormier has been named the champion in unconventional fashion. Daniel Cormier is not the UFC’s light heavyweight champion because he won his bout. How Cormier became the champ is something that he will not apologize for. The last time Daniel Cormier was seen […]

By Ernest Shepard | 6y ago

Joe Rogan Reacts To Jon Jones Failed Drug Test At UFC 214

MMA fans were shocked when it was announced this week that UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones failed his in-competition drug test. Joe Rogan is one of many to react to the shocking news. Jon Jones is regarded by many to be the greatest MMA fighter of all time and his career has been entangled […]

By Frank Yemi | 6y ago

UFC 214 Results: PPV Buys Estimate, Daniel Cormier’s Purse, Gate, Attendance And More

After being stripped of his title twice, Jon Jones returns in epic fashion at UFC 214, finishing his arch rival Daniel Cormier in the third round by knockout. Former light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier had never been finished in his career, and his only losses come via “Bones” Jones. UFC President Dana White told the […]

By Frank Yemi | 6y ago

WWE News: Roman Reigns Performance on ‘Monday Night Raw’ Was Perfect According To UFC Champion

Daniel Cormier was talking to the press after UFC 210 last night and made some interesting statements about the WWE in his comments. Cormier is a huge WWE fan and was talking about the Roman Reigns vs. Undertaker match from WrestleMania 33 and the reaction that Reigns got from the WWE fans the next night […]

By Shawn Lealos | 6y ago

UFC 210 Results: Daniel Cormier Blasts Contenders Jimi Manuwa, Jon Jones After Submitting Anthony Johnson

The UFC light heavyweight division still belongs to Daniel “DC” Cormier who retained his title Saturday at UFC 210 when he defeated Anthony “Rumble” Johnson in their second meeting. Following the victory, Cormier had some words for potential contenders Jimi Manuwa and his fiercest rival, Jon Jones. Cormier (19-1) had a slow start in the […]

By Kobe Raphael | 6y ago

Chris Weidman, Myles Jury Seek To Amend Their Losing Streaks At ‘UFC 210’

It’s been nearly three weeks since the UFC’s last event, but the excitement returns this weekend in Buffalo, New York, as reigning light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier defends his title against fearsome knockout artist Anthony “Rumble” Johnson. DC and Rumble have locked horns before; an exciting back and forth brawl that ended with Cormier’s third-round […]

By Zack Graham | 6y ago

Daniel Cormier Critical Of Rumble’s Promotion Ahead Of Title Defense At UFC 210

Light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier expressed his dissatisfaction this morning with the UFC’s promotional poster of his upcoming fight with challenger Anthony “Rumble” Johnson. Cormier shared his criticism via Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/p/BRYjNfkAN7d/?taken-by=dc_mma According to MMA Weekly, Cormier’s criticism is rooted in the fact that he is the reigning, defending, headlining champion. Whereas this is certainly a […]

By Zack Graham | 6y ago

Dana White On When Jon Jones Will Return To The UFC: ‘He’ll Be Back In The Summer’

Last week, the now former UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones opened up about his recent issues that have plagued his mixed martial arts career on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast. He claimed that he would get “blackout drunk” leading up to his fights, and he talked about his disappointment with how he handled the […]

By Aaron Sass | 6y ago

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