UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier has stepped into one of MMA’s biggest debates: Khabib Nurmagomedov versus Islam Makhachev. In offering his prediction, Cormier draws on firsthand experience and a strong background in the sport, adding an authoritative voice to this popular topic of discussion.
Alex Pereira is expected to earn the highest purse this weekend at the Freedom 250 event in Washington D.C., dubbed the UFC White House 2026 card. With Daniel Cormier revealing details of Pereira’s substantial earnings, the stage is set for a momentous night in mixed martial arts.
Daniel Cormier has his sights set on wrestling longtime rival Jon Jones under the Real American Freestyle (RAF) banner. According to RAF co-founder Chad Bronstein, “all matches can happen”—including this dreamy crossover between two former UFC champions.
In a landscape often defined by heated conflicts, Jon Jones offered a rare gesture of goodwill toward Daniel Cormier. Both men once ruled the UFC’s light heavyweight division, making this unexpected compliment stand out in their storied rivalry.
Daniel Cormier, one of the UFC’s most accomplished fighters, believes he was the root of his own downfall in his rematch against Jon Jones. In reflecting on one of the sport’s most heated rivalries, Cormier shares insights into what he would change if given another chance.
During UFC Atlanta, a heartfelt tribute was paid to former MMA world champion Ben Askren, who is currently hospitalized in critical condition due to severe pneumonia caused by a staph infection. Fellow fighter Daniel Cormier reacted emotionally as the touching video played.
