UFC Hall Of Famer Daniel Cormier gives his raw instant reaction to the biggest UFC fights. Plus, DC is joined by other big-name fighters to talk all things MMA.Â
Daniel Cormier IS BACK to give you his Instant reaction to the biggest news in the UFC today: Dustin Poirier's final fight will be against Max Holloway in New Orleans at UFC 318 in July. DC gives his take on this being DP's last fight and sheds light on Poirier saying he's going to stand and trade with Holloway in this fight. Plus, Cormier warns Poirier of the pressure of fighting at home, and what he needs to do in order to overcome that against Holloway. And don't miss DC reminisce on Poirier's career and this being his last fight in the UFC before he officially retires from the sport of MMA! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Khamzat Chimaev IS GOING AT Dricus Du Plessis on social media, and Daniel Cormier IS HERE to give you his INSTANT REACTION to the major news that DDP might be injured. DC says if the UFC puts up an interim belt for middleweight between Chimaev and Caio Borralho, it would be one of the most unjust interim title fights in UFC history. See why Cormier argues that Du Plessis deserves the chance to get back from his injury after fighting Sean Strickland just this year! And DC explains why Nassourdine Imavov is the fighter in all of this title conversation that is getting LOST, and DC addresses his viral video with Borralho where Caio calls out Imavov! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Seth Rollins joins Daniel Cormier for a special edition of the DC Check-In LIVE FROM WRESTLEMANIA 41 in Las Vegas! DC and Seth talk about his historic Triple Threat match against Roman Reigns and CM Punk and how he plans on making wrestling history. Plus, Seth "freaking" Rollins BREAKS NEWS that he will be announcing the Chicago Bears NFL Draft pick! And don's miss Rollins talk about participating in his 12TH WRESTLEMANIA and why this feat is so special for him today. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
WrestleMania 41 from Las Vegas is upon us, and so Daniel Cormier IS LIVE from WWE World to check-in with the best of the best in the sport. Wrestling superstar Gunther joins DC to talk about his matchup against Jey Uso, and why he expects to beat him for the fourth time in a row! Gunther also gets into it with some of the fans, and talks about never needing the approval of the fans. Plus, Gunther gets into his HUGE WEIGHT LOSS JOURNEY and why he decided to lose the weight when his career started to take off. And don't miss Gunther's message for Jey Uso and ALL his fans! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daniel Cormier IS BACK with his INSTANT REACTION to Khabib Nurmagomedov publicly stating Islam Makhachev WILL NOT FIGHT Ilia Topuria for the UFC lightweight championship. Despite Topuria "being promised" the title fight for vacating the featherweight belt, Islam's team has DOUBLED DOWN on turning down Ilia. See why DC thinks that Justin Gaethje or Paddy Pimblett should fight Makhachev next, and why a Paddy Pimblett vs. Dustin Poirier fight in New Orleans could be the PERFECT No. 1 contender fight. Don't miss Cormier peel back the curtain, as someone close to both Islam and Khabib, on why they don't want to fight Topuria next. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daniel Cormier IS BACK from the octagon to give you his INSTANT REACTION to an incredible UFC 314 fight card in Miami, Florida. Alexander Volkanovski IS CHAMPION AGAIN after defeating Diego Lopes in the main event, Paddy Pimblett DOMINATED Michael Chandler in his TKO victory, and DC gives his take on both fights! Plus, see why Pimblett has made a believer out of Cormier and why he's one of the best fighters in the world right now. And don't miss DC react to Yair Rodriguez beating Patricio Pitbull, Jean Silva SUBMITTING Bryce Mitchell, and much more! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Michael Chandler officially makes his return to the DC Check-In series! Daniel Cormier and Chandler talk about his massive co-main event fight at UFC 314 vs. Paddy Pimblett, and why Saturday is a MUST WIN for Chandler. Plus, Mike addresses the beef between him and guys like Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje, and why he believes they might not like him. Chandler also tells DC he LOVES Pimblett dismissing him ahead of the fight and appreciates the confidence from the up-and-coming star in the UFC. And don't miss Mike break down his loss against Charles Oliveira and how that fight has helped him going forward in the final stretch of his career. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Paddy Pimblett makes his RETURN to the DC Check-In series, as him and Daniel Cormier talk about his MASSIVE FIGHT against Michael Chandler in UFC 314's co-main event in Miami, Florida! Pimblett talks about his undefeated start in the UFC and impressive win over King Green, and why he's destined for a title shot to kick off vs. Islam Makhachev after two more wins. Paddy also gets into why he believes he's a better "MMA wrestler" than Chandler, and a more dangerous submission artist than Charles Oliveira. And don't miss Pimblett talk about Chandler's lack of explosiveness, and why he WILL SUBMIT him and get one step closer to a UFC championship. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Alexander Volkanovski IS BACK with Daniel Cormier for another new edition of the DC Check-In, this time from UFC 314 PPV week in Miami, Florida. Volk talks about getting knocked out by Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev, and why he's ready to beat young UFC superstar Diego Lopes and take the championship belt back. Volkanovski also dives into Ilia vacating his belt to move to 155, and breaks down a fight he says WILL HAPPEN between Topuria and Makhachev. And don't miss him and DC talk about an upcoming episode of Cooking with Volk in the near future! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Islam Makhachev had one of the best DC Check-In interviews with Daniel Cormier in May 2024 in Newark, ahead of a massive fight against Dustin Poirier. Makhachev GOES IN ON Poirier's wrestling and claims he'll have a "much easier" time taking down Poirier than any of his prior opponents. And don't miss Islam FIRE SHOTS at DC, talk Alex Pereira wrestling at the Olympics, and tell Corimier in a viral moment that he needs to send his kids to Dagestan for 2-3 years! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ilia Topuria said they GUARANTEED him a title shot for his next fight, but if Islam Makhachev doesn't want the fight, what will Dana White and the UFC decide to do?! Ben Askren IS BACK with Daniel Cormier to talk about the dilemma facing the lightweight division and he tells DC why he think Topuria HAS TO BE Makhachev's next fight. DC argues that Islam beating Topuria wouldn't be given the props it deserves, because Ilia is moving up divisions as did Alexander Volkanovski before losing to Makhachev. Plus, the guys react to Dana White announcing Sean O'Malley fighting Merab Dvalishvili in a rematch for the title, Conor McGregor running for President, and the NCAA wrestling championship! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ilia Topuria has BEEN LOUD about Charles Oliveira and Islam Makhachev "ducking him" since his move up to their division, and Daniel Cormier is here to respond to the latest comments from the Spanish champ Topuria. Ilia said Makhachev and Oliveira are scared, and that he doesn't blame them. DC warns Topuria, and explains why neither Charles nor Islam, or any of the top contenders in the division are "afraid" of Topuria "The Legend." And don't miss Cormier's take on who the next fight for Ilia will in fact be! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brandon Moreno MAKES HIS RETURN to the Daniel Cormier Check-In, ahead of a MASSIVE FIGHT against Steve Erceg to get back to championship contention! The Assassin Baby goes through his losses to Alexandre Pantoja and Brandon Royval, and what changed for him in the win over the extremely skilled Amir Albazi. Plus, Brandon talks about how much he hates weight cuts, and why that's been one of the toughest challenges for him leading up to fights. Moreno also talks to DC about getting back to the top of the division, Mexican food, getting his first UFC win in Mexico, and much more! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
At UFC 313 in Las Vegas, Justin Gaethje WAS READY for his rematch with Rafael Fiziev. He admits he actually rewatched getting knocked out by Max Holloway for the first time, and relives what was one of the most brutal KOs in UFC history. Rafael Fiziev told Daniel Cormier he feels "LUCKY" to be getting this rematch, and talks about how he had hoped to make the most of it. And don't miss Gaethje call out DC for cheating "every time he golfs!" #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben Askren IS BACK for another brand new edition of the Funky and the Champ show with Daniel Cormier! DC and Ben give their take on the viral moment where Conor McGregor showed up to the White House Monday to visit Donald Trump on St. Patrick's Day. Check out Askren and Cormier debate whether or not they feel McGregor will ever fight again, and if he in fact makes a good politician. Plus, news broke that Jon Jones needs six more months to get ready for his potential fight with Tom Aspinall, and the guys give their fresh thoughts on that news. And don't miss Ben and DC dive into the Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev fight at UFC 313, the ESPN vs. Netflix PPV rights for the UFC, the NCAA Wrestling tournament, and much more! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Listen to THE BEST OF Daniel Cormier's check-ins from Sydney, Australia at UFC 312! Sean Strickland talks about winning the belt in Australia and why he's ready to dethrone Dricus Du Plessis as UFC champion and get his belt back. And don't miss Strickland fire shots at Israel Adesanya and Khamzat Chimaev! Plus, hear from Du Plessis and why his game plan for this fight makes him a LOCK to beat Sean and continue his reign as champ. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daniel Cormier IS BACK, here to give his take on Justin Gaethje, Islam Makhachev, Dustin Poirier, Ilia Topuria, Charles Oliveira, Arman Tsarukyan, Renato Moicano, Max Holloway, and the ABSOLUTE MESS that we have in the UFC's 155-pound lightweight division. DC says Makhachev needs to fight Topuria next, and sets up the rest of the matchups in the division and what fights he would do make for 2025 in the lightweight division. Plus, hear why Cormier thinks Tsarukyan has a good case against Gaethje for not giving Justin that fight next. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daniel Cormier IS BACK with his INSTANT REACTION live from the octagon at UFC 313 in Las Vegas. After multiple title defenses, UFC superstar Alex Pereira has officially lost his championship belt, as Magomed Ankalaev defeated Poatan at UFC 313. DC gives his take on why Pereira had trouble in the fight vs. Ankalaev and ultimately was given the loss by unanimous decision. Plus, Justin Gaethje made his return to the octagon in a dominant win over Rafael Fiziev, and DC believes this version of Gaethje may be on his way to a title shot. Cormier also gives his take on Mauricio Ruffy's CRAZY HEAD KICK KO vs. King Green, the Fighting Nerds, and more of the best moments from UFC 313! Use my code "DCTV" at https://www.backyardbutchers.com/dc for 30% off your subscription! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rafael Fiziev is BACK on another episode of DC Check-In where the guys talk about his upcoming lightweight fight vs. Justin Gaethje at UFC 313. Fiziev is looking to avenge his loss to Gaethje at UFC 286 back in 2023. Fiziev says he feels LUCKY that Justin is giving him the opportunity to fight him again, and needs to capitalize on the opportunity. And Fiziev explains to DC why he declined several fights after his loss to Gamrot before accepting the Gaethje fight at UFC 313. Use my code "DCTV" at https://www.backyardbutchers.com/dc for 30% off your subscription! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Justin Gaethje IS BACK on the Daniel Cormier Check-In series as he prepares for his HUGE FIGHT against Rafael Fiziev in hopes of becoming a championship contender. Gaethje tells DC about watching back his fight against Max Holloway this week, and how that knockout affected him after the fight. Plus, Gaethje explains what happened when Dan Hooker dropped out of the fight, and why he's fighting Fiziev as oppose to Dustin Poirier, Renato Moicano, or Arman Tsarukyan. And don't miss Gaethje and DC go back and forth about who has the better golf game between the two and how Cormier always cheats when they play! Use my code "DCTV" at https://www.backyardbutchers.com/dc for 30% off your subscription! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daniel Cormier IS BACK with his INSTANT REACTION to the major news that broke Tuesday: Dan Hooker IS OUT of the fight vs. Justin Gaethje. DC gives his take on the major shakeup at UFC 313, and says he spoke with Gaethje Tuesday morning regarding the situation. Plus, hear why DC says Gaethje is ADAMANT he'll still fight regardless of Hooker pulling out of the co-main event at UFC 313. And Cormier argues why Renato Moicano should get the fight against JG, and not Rafael Fiziev. Plus, DC responds to the back-and-forth between him, Alex Pereira, and Glover Teixeira on social media regarding his preparation for the Magomed Ankalaev fight! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daniel Cormier IS BACK to address the breaking news Dana White delivered Wednesday, stating Ilia Topuria is vacating his championship belt to move up to the lightweight division and Diego Lopes will fight Alexander Volkanovski for the vacant belt. Plus, with Topuria now in Islam Makhachev's division, DC talks about that future fight and why he expect that matchup to go down AFTER taking on Charles Oliveira! And don't miss Cormier's takes on Dana's other major announcements: Valentina Shevchenko taking on Manon Fiorot, Belal Muhammad fighting Jack Della Maddalena, and Shavkat Rakhmonov turning down the title fight! And DC gives his thoughts on Dana White's viral Instagram live on UFC 314 Wednesday night and shows fans exclusive, behind-the-scenes footage at UFC's The Ultimate Fighter show taping. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben Askren IS BACK alongside Daniel Cormier for another NEW EDITION of Funky and the Champ! Askren and Cormier give their take on Jon Jones going on IG live, and why a fight with him and Francis Ngannou is almost IMPOSSIBLE in the UFC. Plus, DC and Ben discuss Belal Muhammad saying he'd rather VACATE THE TITLE than fight Islam Makhachev at 170 pounds. And Cormier and Ben also talk Askren's backstory on why he doesn't get along with Kamaru Usman and Colby Covington, wrestling championships, and much more! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Francis Ngannou has just announced his next fight will be in BOXING, and not MMA, and Daniel Cormier is here to give you his INSTANT REACTION on the major news. DC explains why he believes Ngannou wants to return to boxing, and why it may be a big mistake for him after getting knocked out by Anthony Joshua. Cormier breaks down why a fight against Deontay Wilder is MORE DANGEROUS than the Joshua one was for Ngannou. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daniel Cormier IS BACK with another INSTANT REACTION after Sean Strickland and his coach Eric Nicksick went back-and-forth following Sean's loss to Dricus Du Plessis for the title at UFC 312 in Australia. Nicksick says he only wants to coach world champions, and thinks Strickland's effort wasn't enough, while Sean responded by saying they're still cool but he may need to move on from Eric. DC breaks down the public comments and peels back the curtain as to what that means for Strickland moving forward. Plus, Cormier explains why he thinks Nicksick is IN THE RIGHT to be critical of Sean's performance in Sydney. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jey Uso makes his DC CHECK-IN DEBUT after become the 2025 WWE Men's champion at Royal Rumble! Uso tells Daniel Cormier why this championship win meant to so much to him, and what his thoughts are on the 2025 Wrestlemania in Las Vegas. Plus, Uso peels back the curtain on what happened Saturday and the moment he was told he'd become champion that day while standing alongside Logan Paul and John Cena. Plus, DC and Uso talk about his family lineage in wrestling, his future in the sport, Waffle House orders, and so much more! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dricus Du Plessis BEAT Sean Strickland in their championship REMATCH and Zhang Weili dominates Tatiana Suarez in the two title fights at UFC 312, and Daniel Cormier is here to give you his INSTANT REACTION from the octagon in Sydney, Australia! DC GOES IN ON why Du Plessis was able to have more success in the rematch and how breaking Sean's nose NEARLY cost Du Plessis the fight. Cormier also breaks down his future fight with Khamzat Chimaev, and why Chimaev may not be able to take DDP down easily. Cormier also addresses Dricus' callout of Alex Pereira, and what Pereira told him after the call out! And DC gives Weili her flowers after her dominant win over Tatiana to retain her UFC strawweight title. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The champion Dricus Du Plessis IS BACK on the DC Check-In series with Daniel Cormier, ahead of his MASSIVE REMATCH against Sean Strickland at UFC 312 in Sydney, Australia. After beating Strickland and Israel Adesanya, DDP GOES IN ON why he's a different and better fighter than EVER BEFORE. Plus, Du Plessis details his fight camp and what made this one unique from any other he's had ahead of a fight. Cormier also asks DDP what he makes of Strickland making fun of his awkward fighting style. And don't miss Dricus and DC about his viral moment when he made a face after Du Plessis and his coach kissed! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sean Strickland IS BACK on the Daniel Cormier Check-In series with DC, this time ahead of his massive rematch against Dricus Du Plessis for the UFC's middleweight championship at UFC 312 in Sydney. Strickland GOES OFF ON Khamzat Chimaev and why he's a "low life" who needs to check himself ahead of their potential clash after the Dricus fight. Sean and DC also discuss his first fight with Du Plessis and WHAT WENT WRONG for Strickland in that first matchup. And Strickland talks about fighting in Australia again, where he beat Israel Adesanya to become UFC champion the first time. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Israel Adesanya got KNOCKED OUT by Nassourdine Imavov in UFC's Saudi Arabia fight night, and Daniel Cormier is here to give his REACTION to the crazy and unexpected result. See why DC says Izzy, "The Last Stylebender," is DONE with being in title contention, and needs to step away from the MMA game for some time. Plus, why although Adesanya is done with title contention, he is also the type of talent that is capable of making a run back to championship status. And don't miss DC's take on who Izzy's next fight should be! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daniel Cormier IS BACK with a BRAND NEW EDITION of 3 Rounds! In this edition, DC GOES IN ON Islam Makhachev flirting with the idea of fighting Dricus Du Plessis at 185 pounds for a second UFC championship belt. Plus, Cormier explains why Alex Pereira is taking a HUGE RISK by cornering Sean Strickland in Australia at UFC 312. And don't miss DC's take on Logan and Jake Paul's fake out yesterday, convincing the world that they were fighting each other on a Max PPV. And see why Cormier thinks the Global Fight League completely fumbled their draft and start of the promotion. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daniel Cormier IS BACK with his check ins in 2025, and after some historic performances at UFC 311 in Los Angeles, you can enjoy THE BEST MOMENTS from DC's check ins with Islam Makhachev, Umar Nurmagomedov and Merab Dvalishvili! Islam tells DC why his parents don't ever watch his fights, and give his take on Khabib Nurmagomedov getting kicked off a plane! Plus, Umar argues with Cormier about why DC is NOT A GANGSTER. And Merab Dvalishvili talks about his BEEF with Umar, and why the UFC wouldn't let Merab into the UFC PI on multiple occasions. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ben Askren IS BACK with Daniel Cormier for a BRAND NEW EPISODE of Funky and the Champ! Askren and DC give their takes on UFC 311, including Islam Makhachev's first-round submission of Renato Moicano, Merab Dvalishvili smothering Umar Nurmagomedov in the win, and why Merab is now the GOAT of the bantamweight division. Cormier brings up Henry Cejudo's comments on Dvalishvili, and why he's RIGHT to call him the bantamweight GOAT. And don't miss Cormier and Askren react to the Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev announcement for UFC 313, and why Pereira is entering UFC GOAT status if he defeats Ankalaev. Plus, are you with Ben saying that Sean O'Malley vs. Umar is the fight to make?! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
After Islam Makhachev submitted Renato Moicano to defend his championship belt, Daniel Cormier IS BACK from octagon side to give you his post-fight analysis of the main event fight at UFC 311 and all the best action of the night! DC gives his take on Merab Dvalishvili beating Umar Nurmagomedov, and why he's on his way to becoming one of the all-time greats in the division. Plus, Cormier GOES IN ON what's next for Islam Makhachev, and why he still thinks Arman Tsarukyan deserves another title shot. And don't miss Cormier's take on Payton Talbott's first career UFC loss, Jiri Prochazka's knockout vs. Jamahal Hill, Umar falling short against Merab, and so much more from UFC 311! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Umar Nurmagomedov IS BACK on a new edition of the DC Check-In ahead of his MASSIVE UFC 311 championship fight against Merab Dvalishvili! After a press conference that went viral, Umar speaks on his back-and-forth with Merab, and why he believes the REAL REASON is for Merab's beef with him. Umar also fires shots at Sean O'Malley, saying he's the EASIEST FIGHT in the division. Plus, Umar speaks on training with Khabib and how much a championship would mean to him and his team in the UFC history books. And don't miss Nurmagomedov's response to Cormier saying he thinks he's "more gangster" than Al Capone. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Merab Dvalishvili IS BACK on the Daniel Cormier check-in ahead of his massive title defense against Umar Nurmagomedov. Merab GOES IN on why he is fed up with Umar's "disrespect" ahead of this championship fight at UFC 311. Plus, don't miss Merab talk about his preparation for this fight, and why his perfect fight ends with him punching Umar's face. Arman Tsarukyan, in spite of dropping out of this fight with Islam Makhachev, also sat down with Cormier ahead of what he thought was his chance at a UFC title. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Islam Makhachev IS BACK on the DC Check-In with Daniel Cormier, ahead of his MASSIVE UFC 311 main-event fight against Arman Tsarukyan. Islam GOES IN ON Khabib Nurmagomedov getting kicked off a Frontier flight when sitting in the exit row, how it was the ultimate DISRESPECT, and why he recommends DC doesn't sit in an exit row ever. Plus, Makhachev talks about his rematch with Arman Tsarukyan, and why it will be a COMPLETELY DIFFERENT fight after having gone through Alexander Volkanovski and Dustin Poirier. Islam also talks about his parents not really caring for fighting, and you don't want to miss him talk about what they do during his fights! Plus, stick around to see when Makhachev asks DC to come back and fight in the UFC! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bo Nickal made some BOLD CLAIMS against Khamzat Chimaev, and it's clear he seems ready for this MASSIVE fight. Daniel Cormier is here to break down that super fight and why Nickal might have a point in what he's saying! DC gives his take on just how good Nickal's wrestling is, and where it will be tested specifically in a battle against Khamzat. Plus, DC gives other potential fights for Bo Nickal BEFORE Chimaev gets put on his schedule. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joe Rogan recently came out and said Jon Jones wants $30 million from the UFC to fight Tom Aspinall for the heavyweight championship, and DC is here to give you his REACTION to this MASSIVE update in the Jones-Aspinall saga. Plus, Cormier GOES IN ON why $30 million is WAY MORE than any other fighter is getting per fight in the UFC. And don't miss DC give his take on why a Jones loss is THE BEST RESULT for the UFC as a company, even with a guy like Alex Pereira still being a huge superstar in the sport. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daniel Cormier IS BACK to react to the biggest news in the UFC and MMA worlds, with this week being ALL ABOUT Dustin Poirier and Alex “Poatan” Pereira. Poirer is looking to have a HUGE FIGHT to end his career, and Cormier talks about the possibility of a trilogy with Max Holloway or fighting one of the up-and-coming talents in Rafael Fiziev or Renato Moicano. Plus, is the light heavyweight division "up for grabs" for an elite wrestling talent entering the division? And DC breaks down why Magomed Ankalaev should be worried after Alex Pereira came out and said he WON'T BE FIGHTING him and plans to fight in Sydney, Australia. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's the FINAL Funky and the Champ of 2024, and Ben Askren is BACK with Daniel Cormier to talk all things MMA. The guys talk about Alex Pereira's title run, compare it to other fighters like Islam Makhachev, and break down how wins vs. Israel Adesanya and Sean Strickland quickly had him in championship fights just 12 months into his UFC career. Plus, Askren and DC talk Welterweight and what needs to happen next for Leon Edwards, Belal Muhammad, Sean Brady, Joaquin Buckley, and more! Don't miss Cormier and Askren talk about their fight prep and how DC got a "caveman" mentality when he would fight. And check out DC telling the story of his EPIC FIGHT against Dan Henderson! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
CHECK OUT Daniel Cormier's craziest moments on the channel from 2024! Some of the wildest moments on the show from the year include Nate Diaz calling DC b***h, DC calling out Ben Askren on Funky and the Champ, and hilarious clips from his fighter interviews! Khamzat Chimaev, Islam Makhachvev, Shavkat Rakhmonov, Alex Pereira and so many more UFC stars make their way in DC's wildest moments of 2024. Check it out! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Relive the BEST MOMENTS of Daniel Cormier's fighter interviews from 2024! Moments like Islam Makhachev calling DC fat, Justin Gaethje roasting Jorge Masvidal, and Tai Tuivasa's INSANE club story with DC and Lil' Jon! Also be sure to check out: Tom Aspinall gives his thoughts on Jon Jones, DC tries to get into Chito Vera's DMs, Joaquin Buckley and DC talking out their beef, Max Holloway calling out DC, and even more moments from Makhachev! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daniel Cormier is BACK with his latest reaction to the UFC & MMA world, giving his take on Colby Covington being called out by Jon Jones, Belal Muhammad, Kamaru Usman, and others after his TKO loss to Joaquin Buckley. DC thinks Colby is “IN DANGER” after continuing to play the villain in spite of losing fights in the UFC. Cormier goes through Colby’s recent beef with Jones and Jon mocking Covington for losing in front of Donald Trump. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daniel Cormier and Ben Askren ARE BACK with another episode of FUNKY AND THE CHAMP! Ilia Topuria went viral Monday for saying he's DONE with the featherweight division after beating both Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway. Askren gives his argument on why Conor McGregor is the reason for guys like Topuria leaving divisions behind. Cormier and Askren also debate Topuria's motives for leaving the division, and DC argues that the Oliveira fight makes sense for El Matador. And don't miss DC learn about the viral Khabib, Umar and Islam jacuzzi picture on the spot! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daniel Cormier is BACK with his instant analysis of UFC 310 from the octagon in Las Vegas! Alexandre Pantoja looked better than ever in his dominant submission victory over Kai Asakura in his UFC debut. And in an impressive showing from both fighters, DC breaks down how Shavkat Rakhmonov survived the fifth round vs. Ian Garry to win via unanimous decision and further cement his future title fight. Plus, Cormier gives his take on the breaking news of Sean Strickland getting a rematch with Dricus Du Plessis for the title at UFC 312. And don't miss DC talk Ciryl Gane vs. Volkov, Bryce Mitchell's KO, and all the best action from the final PPV of 2024. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bryce Mitchell makes his DEBUT on the DC Check-In! Mitchell speaks on becoming a better fighter in the UFC, and why a win against Kron Gracie at UFC 310 in Las Vegas will be the turning point in his career! Plus, Bryce details his appearance on Tucker Carlson and why that viral interview completely changed his life. And don't miss Bryce and DC remember his rap career and relive the "Thug Nasty" music days! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ian Garry is BACK for another edition of the DC Check-In, ahead of his massive number-one contender fight against Shavkat Rakhmonov at UFC 310 in Las Vegas. Garry reveals why he's changed gyms so much, and what the TRUE STORY is behind his relationships with these gyms. Plus, Garry talks about facing another undefeated fighter in Shavkat and what that will entail from him to get the win on Saturday night. Plus, don't miss Ian and DC talk about Charles Oliveira being in his corner, and his plans to fight Belal Muhammad for the title after this matchup against Rakhmonov. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daniel Cormier IS BACK with another edition of 3 Rounds! DC goes in on the Conor McGregor court case, and addresses the Islam Makhachev verbal attack of Conor McGregor on social media after the verdict was made. Plus, Cormier gives his take on Jiri Prochazka calling out both Jamahal Hill and Magomed Ankalaev. And don't miss DC talk Sean O'Malley's recent update, Michael Chandler's crazy swelling, and much more! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bo Nickal was "disappointed" in Daniel Cormier, Joe Rogan, and Jon Anik's analysis of his fight vs. Paul Craig at UFC 309, so DC is here to RESPOND and break down all things UFC in a new edition of 3 Rounds! See why Cormier says that Nickal "misunderstood" his criticism, and why he needs more experience before becoming a UFC champion and fighting Khamzat Chimaev. And Tom Aspinall's viral video with Dana White and Hunter Campbell after the fight has been circulating, so Cormier gives his take on the status of this potential historic heavyweight fight. Plus, DC goes in on the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight and gives the youngest Paul brother his flowers for the performance he had Saturday. And after sharing the ring together so many times, don't miss Cormier's thoughts on Stipe Miocic's retirement from the UFC. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daniel Cormier gives you his UFC 309 INSTANT REACTION from the octagon at Madison Square Garden. DC shares his thoughts on Jon Jones beating Stipe Miocic via TKO in their heavyweight championship fight. Plus, Cormier gives his take on the Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall saga. And DC reacts to Charles Oliveira beating Michael Chandler in their rematch, and why Do Bronx has to fight for the title next. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.