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 from the octagon at UFC 322 in New York City after Islam Makhachev’s dominant championship win over Jack Della Maddalena to secure his double champ status! DC also gives his take on Valentina Shevchenko’s dominant victory over Zhang Weili. And don’t miss Cormier break down Bo Nickal and Carlos Prates incredible knock outs, and the best action from UFC 322 at Madison Square Garden! All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bo Nickal IS BACK on the Daniel Cormier Check-In series ahead of his MASSIVE fight headline the prelims between him and Rodolfo Vieira at UFC 322 in New York City's Madison Square Garden! Nickal talks about losing his first career MMA fight to Reinier de Ridder and how that has motivated him to get a statement win over Vieira in New York. Bo speaks on his haters, and explains why he does not want them back on the bandwagon once he starts winning again. Plus, don't miss a hilarious conversation between Bo and DC on what would happen if they wrestled each other today! All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sean Brady officially joins the Daniel Cormier Check-In ahead of his UFC 322 PPV fight against Michael Morales in New York City's Madison Square Garden! Brady and DC go back and talk about his impressive submission win vs. former UFC champ Leon Edwards, and why a win against Morales won't guarantee Sean a title shot just yet. Sean says he's going to dominate Morales and hopes to get a statement win in order to get the winner of Islam Makhachev and Jack Della Maddalena in his next fight. Plus, don't miss Sean CALL OUT DC for forgetting his name early on in his career. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Islam Makhachev IS BACK on the Daniel Cormier Check-In series ahead of his MASSIVE UFC 322 FIGHT at Madison Square Garden where he looks to become a champion in two weight classes against Jack Della Maddalena. Islam talks to DC about training with Khabib Nurmagomedov and his most recent camp in preparation for Jack Della. Makhachev reveals what he needs to do to beat JDM, and how he'll achieve double champ status. Plus, don't miss DC and Islam talk about their training sessions, share stories from AKA gym, and where Islam ranks against Khabib Nurmagomedov, Cain Velasquez, and some of the greatest fighters from the gym. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Jones went on the record to call Tom Aspinall "INCREDIBLY OVERRATED" after seeing him fight one round against Ciryl Gane in the heavyweight championship fight that was ruled a no contest. Daniel Cormier gives his take on Jones' comments, and reveals EXACTLY WHY Jon is saying those things about Tom. DC says Jon isn't telling the whole truth because Tom is still technically his competition since Jones came back to the UFC and MMA from retirement. Don't miss Cormier's unfiltered take on Jones' viral video and what he thought of the Aspinall-Gane fight! All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier IS BACK after huge news broke in the boxing world: Jake Paul and Gervonta "Tank" Davis' fight is officially canceled. The exhibition boxing fight was canceled by MVP Promotions due to Tank's run-in with the law, and DC gives his take on why this fight SHOULD HAVE NEVER happened in the first place. Plus, Cormier argues that Jake Paul calling out former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou is a huge mistake. DC says that despite his loss to Anthony Joshua, Francis will "knock Jake's head" to ANOTHER PLANET if the two were to fight. All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former UFC champion and MMA legend Chris Weidman sits down with DC in the fourth episode of The Daniel Cormier Show! Cormier and Weidman talk about his two fights against Anderson Silva, and what it was like to both become champion and see such a gruesome leg injury. Chris also reveals his tough childhood with his brother, talking about how he would get physically and emotionally bullied to the point that him and his friends PUNCHED his broken collarbone! Weidman also breaks down his loss to Luke Rockhold and the brutal leg injury HE SUFFERED in the UFC 261 fight against Uriah Hall. Plus DC and Chris relive his road back to the octagon, his early wrestling days in high school and at Hofstra, and so much more! All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier IS BACK live from Abu Dhabi UFC 321 to give his post-fight reaction to Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane being ruled a NO CONTEST after an eye poke to Tom! DC weight in on the controversial end to the fight, and what that means for Gane and Aspinall moving forward. Plus, Cormier gives his take on Mackenzie Dern's title fight win in the co-main event. And DC issues an apology to Jailton Almedia following his comments this week to Aspinall. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ciryl Gane IS BACK on another episode of the Daniel Cormier Check-In series ahead of the TOUGHEST FIGHT of his career against UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall. DC and Ciryl break down the Jon Jones first-round submission loss, and what went wrong for him that night. Cormier and Gane also compare Tom to his past opponents, and Ciryl explains why fighting guys like Francis Ngannou and Derrick Lewis will make the fight WAY TOUGHER for Aspinall. And don't miss the guys talk shoe sizes, his strategy on Saturday night in the main event of UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi, and so much more! All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall IS BACK on the Daniel Cormier Check-In series, and the champ has a lot to say about his UFC 321 main event title fight against Ciryl Gane. Aspinall talks about his other opponents in the division, and why Gane was "the only fight" to make for the heavyweight championship. And Tom breaks down the Gane vs. Jon Jones fight, and why he thinks Ciryl came up short. Plus, Cormier and Aspinall discuss his viral comments about fighting Prime DC, a future fight with Jones, and so much more! All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Umar Nurmagomedov IS BACK to join DC on the Daniel Cormier Check-In series ahead of his MASSIVE FIGHT against Mario Bautista at UFC 321 in Abu Dhabi! Umar speaks on the Merab Dvalishvili fight and why he feels he won the fight even with a BROKEN HAND. DC and Umar talk about his upcoming fight with Bautista, and how he has to win in order to cement himself as Merab's next opponent for the title. Plus, the guys talk Cory Sandhagen, Khabib's training camps, and so much more. And don't miss the moment DC tries to convince Nurmagomedov to give him his Rolex watch! All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier IS LIVE from Vancouver, Canada to give his INSTANT REACTION from octagon side after an IMPRESSIVE TKO win for Brendan Allen over Reinier de Ridder. DC breaks down de Ridder's decision to tap out of the fight in between rounds, and sheds light on the MASSIVE IMPACT this will have on Allen's career going forward. Plus, Cormier breaks down Mike Malott's controversial win over Kevin Holland and Marlon Chito Vera's split decision loss to Aiemann Zahabi. And don't miss DC's reaction to Mono Fiorot's INCREDIBLE KNOCKOUT WIN and Charles Jourdain's submission victory! All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Episode 3 of The Daniel Cormier Show, DC's newest show where he talks to UFC and MMA fighters and athletes in the sports world, former UFC champion and one of the best fighter in the sport, Aljamain Sterling, joins the show! DC and Aljo GO IN ON the controversial Petr Yan fight and what happened from his perspective. Plus, Sterling reveals how the Sean O'Malley fight got put together. DC and Aljo also break down his back-and-forth with Lerone Murphy and why he should be fighting Alexander Volkanovski for the championship instead. Sterling also pulls back the curtain on his journey to the UFC and his difficult, abusive upbringing from his father. Plus, the guys get into Sterling's passion for MMA starting with his relationship with Jon Jones. All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier IS BACK after Alex Pereira got his TKO win vs. Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320, and is here to break down WHAT'S NEXT for "Poatan" Pereira. DC says Alex should be praised for wanting the Jon Jones fight as it is, without question, "the MOST DIFFICULT FIGHT for Alex in all the UFC." Cormier gives his insight on what he knows about Ankalaev's broken rib less than three weeks before the light heavyweight championship loss to Pereira. And don't miss DC's take on Jiri Prochazka, Carlos Ulberg, and what SHOULD BE NEXT for Alex Pereira at 205! #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alex Pereira MADE A STATEMENT with his first-round TKO of Magomed Ankalaev at UFC 320 to win back his UFC light heavyweight championship! Daniel Cormier REACTS to the MASSIVE title victory from Pereira, and breaks down how Poatan was able to beat Ankalaev so quickly. DC talks about Pereira's legacy, and discusses his next fight in the division. Plus, Cormier gets into Merab Dvalishvili's unanimous decision win over Cory Sandhagen, and Jiri Prochazka's INSANE knockout win vs. Khalil Rountree in the third round of their battle! DC also talks Joe Pyfer's win, Yousseff Zalal beating Josh Emmett, Daniel Santos being Joosang Yoo, and so much more from an incredible night of fights from Las Vegas! All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cory Sandhagen IS BACK on the Daniel Cormier Check-In series, and has his eyes set on finishing Merab Dvalishvili in the main event at UFC 320 and winning the belt. Sandhagen gets into his matchup against Merab, and why he believes Dvalishvili has never seen a fighter like himself. Cory talks OnlyFans with DC, and Cormier asks him if there's any truth to the rumor that he has an OnlyFans that has already made him millions of dollars. And hear Cory talk about his journey to getting to the championship fight, what's next after a win vs. Merab, and much more! All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Episode 2 of The Daniel Cormier Show, DC's newest show where he talks to UFC and MMA fighters and athletes in the sports world, light heavyweight contender Khalil Rountree joins the show! DC talks to Khalil about his upbringing in Las Vegas, and what impact losing his father to murder had on his life. Rountree dives deep into the moment he decided to become an MMA fighter, and why shortly before then he contemplated his will to live. Khalil also details his fourth-round TKO loss to Alex Pereira and what exactly he was thinking the moment he let that victory and a title opportunity slip away. Plus, Cormier and Rountree dive into his time on The Ultimate Fighter, his weight loss journey, love for music as a child, and so much more! #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier drops his DEBUT of The Daniel Cormier Show, where DC talks to UFC and MMA fighters and athletes in the sports world, and UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili is officially the FIRST GUEST on the show! DC talks to Merab about his upbringing in Georgia, his journey to the United States, and trying to make a living while not speaking ANY ENGLISH. Cormier and Dvalishvili also get into his two fights with Sean O'Malley, his upcoming fight against Cory Sandhagen, and his real beef with Umar Nurmagomedov. DC also asks Merab about his crazy antics outside the octagon, and why he consistently seems to be trolling Dana White and the UFC fans with his crazy stunts and injuries. Plus, DC gets introduced to Georgian food live on the show! #Volume 0:00 - Daniel Cormier Show debut2:00 - Merab's surprise for DC4:40 - Moving to the United States9:00 - Merab "The Machine" origin10:00 - Poor start to UFC career14:00 - Intense cardio fight style16:45 - Keeping the motivation18:15 - Not fighitng Aljamain Sterling21:00 - Aljo's influence23:00 - Petr Yan story26:00 - Umar Nurmagomedov spoiled?27:00 - Beef with Umar29:30 - Brother saving Merab's life32:30 - Jumping into frozen water story35:30 - Merab's foot injury36:55 - The eye cut and Dana White40:15 - Sean O'Malley fights43:45 - Cory Sandhagen title fight48:00 - Dating life51:00 - Was journey to USA worth it? All lines provided by hardrock.betSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier IS BACK with another episode of 3 Rounds with Din Thomas! DC says Charles Oliveira HAS TO TAKE the fight against MATEUSZ GAMROT after speaking out against the rest of the division ducking him. Plus, Cormier and Din talk about the "RIDICULOUS" press conference between Jake Paul and Gervonta Tank Davis, and why that fight should NEVER HAPPEN. The guys discuss Din Thomas' viral comments on Dakota Ditcheva and why he's DOUBLING DOWN on the PFL trading her for the UFC's Magomed Ankalaev. And don't miss DC give his fans a breakdown of his new interview series that starts Wednesday 5pm ET with Merab Dvalishvili! #Volume All lines provided by @hardrockbetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conor McGregor announced that he will fight Michael Chandler on the UFC's White House Card, but Daniel Cormier argues that despite that being the fight to make, Jon Jones NEEDS TO ALSO be on that White House card in 2026. DC breaks down why Chandler is the only opponent for McGregor. Plus, hear why Cormier thinks, despite their bad blood, Jones absolutely deserves a chance to fight in June of next year on the White House card. And DC gives his thoughts on the first images of what the event will look like in Washington D.C.! #Volume All lines provided by @hardrockbetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier IS BACK to react to the latest in MMA and UFC, with Ilia Topuria and Terence "Bud" Crawford calling each other out! Fresh off of a win vs. Canelo Saul Alvarez on Saturday, Crawford and Topuria are beefing and are talking about boxing each other in the ring. DC gives his inside take on why Bud is LYING about not knowing who Topuria is. Plus, Cormier talks about that potential payday, and why Ilia is winning the exchange. #Volume All lines provided by @hardrockbetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diego Lopes searches to get back to a title fight against Alexander Volkanovski, while his opponent Jean Silva attempts to continue his winning ways this weekend at Noche UFC! Check out this interview with Diego Lopes earlier this year, as he prepared to fight Volk for the title. Tatiana Suarez also checked in with DC earlier in 2025, and this weekend she attempts to get a win against Amanda Lemos. Don't miss these throwback Daniel Cormier check-in interviews! #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jake Paul and Gervonta "Tank" Davis stole headlines for their boxing fight announced last week, but NOW, Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather have officially announced THEIR FIGHT to start 2026. Daniel Cormier REACTS to the big news in boxing, and why he thinks the fight is "RIDICULOUS." DC talks Mayweather and Tyson's most recent fights against Jake Paul and John Gotti III, and breaks down what this means headed into this anticipated fight. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier and Din Thomas ARE BACK with another edition of DC's 3 Rounds! DC and Din talk all things fighting and MMA, including an incredible UFC championship fight between Jack Della Maddalena and Islam Makhachev. Cormier also gives the scoop on JDM calling out his fight commentary, and what happened when he texted him afterwards! Plus, DC and Din talk Luke Rockhold getting KNOCKED OUT by Darren Till, and why Rockhold and fighter like him need to consider grappling matches as opposed to boxing. Plus, the guys talk Islam Makhachev, Caio Borralho vs. Nassourdine Imavov, Reinier de Ridder vs. Anthony "Fluffy" Hernandez, and so much more! #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier is BACK, with his INSTANT REACTION to some incredible fight announcements and Dana White dropping some major breaking news in the UFC! Islam Makhachev will officially fight Jack Della Maddalena in November at Madison Square Garden, a card that also now features Carlos Prates taking on Leon Edwards and Weili Zhang vs. Valentina Shevchenko! Dana White also announced that the White House fights in 2026 are officially happening, and Cormier talks about that situation and what it means for the UFC. DC also gives his take on Islam vs. JDM and breaks down the odds for both fighters. Cormier talks Prates-Edwards and Weili-Shevchenko and how massive the New York UFC 322 card has become. And don't miss DC give his take on Jack Della and why he may present some issues for Makhachev in the main event. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier IS BACK with his INSTANT REACTION to the biggest news in MMA and the UFC! Cormier talks about Khabib Nurmagomedov's recent viral comments on why he believes Arman Tsarukyan is the best lightweight in the World, despite the champion title belonging to Ilia Topuria. DC breaks down the Khabib analysis, and goes in on why despite the accurate breakdown, this fight is much more even between Arman and Ilia. Plus, Cormier gets into Islam Makhachev being asked about the Ilia Topuria fight, and why his answer to the fan's question means it's only a matter of time before we get this superfight! #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier is BACK, highlighting the best of his DC Check-Ins from UFC 319. Khamzat Chimaev beat Dricus Du Plessis to win the Middleweight Championship and Lerone Murphy knocked out Aaron Pico to set himself up for a title opportunity against Alexander Volkanovski.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jake Paul will be fighting Gervonta "Tank" Davis on November 15th in Atlanta, Georgia on Netflix, and Daniel Cormier IS BACK for another Instant Reaction to the biggest news in combat sports and boxing. Cormier sheds light on the MAJOR WEIGHT DIFFERENCE between the two superstars, and why Davis, despite being 60 pounds lighter, should ABSOLUTELY be the BETTING FAVORITE. DC also gets into the history of both fighters, the fight with Paul and Anthony Joshua falling through, and why Paul has gotten the attention of the biggest stars in the sport from a financial perspective and Jake's impressive ability to sell fights. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Khamzat Chimaev defeated Dricus Du Plessis in dominant fashion at UFC 319 in Chicago, and becomes the new middleweight champion in a crazy night of fights! DC reacts to Chimaev's victory against Du Plessis, and warns other fighters in the division they HAVE TO work on their wrestling in order to beat Khamzat. Plus, Cormier reacts to Lerone Murphy's vicious knockout win over Aaron Pico, as well as Carlos Prates' crazy KO vs. Geoff Neal. DC also talks about impressive wins from Loopy Godinez, Baisangur “Hunter” Susurkaev, and Kai Asakura! #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aaron Pico makes his debut on the Daniel Cormier Check-In series, and also makes his UFC DEBUT against the undefeated, dangerous Lerone Murphy. DC talks to Pico about his nerves heading into this massive co-main event, and what the transition will be like from the PFL. Pico has been extremely vocal about wanting a fight with UFC legend and current champion Alexander Volkanovski, and him and DC get into that matchup and why he HAS TO BE CAREFUL not to overlook Murphy in this fight many believe is a number-one contender battle. Don't miss Aaaron's incredible story of getting into mixed martial arts, competing in wrestling at the Olympics, and how his mother was the push he needed to become a world talent in MMA. Plus, DC talks to Pico about his love for horses when he's not in the octagon fighting.#VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lerone Murphy makes his DEBUT on the Daniel Cormier's DC Check-In series, as he takes on Aaron Pico in the co-main event at UFC 319 in Chicago in a number-one contenders fight. Murphy talks about the hype surrounding Pico heading into his UFC debut, and why he's ready to silence those already placing Pico in a title fight against Alexander Volkanovski. Plus, Lerone gets into his undefeated record, and why after beating Pico the UFC will have to give him the title shot vs. Volk. And don't miss DC give Murphy a hard time about dodging him in FIFA!#VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dricus Du Plessis IS BACK for another interview with Daniel Cormier on the DC Check-In show. Du Plessis talks to DC about fighting "the Boogeyman," Khamzat Chimaev, and why the undefeated superstar is his biggest challenge to date. Dricus speaks on being an underdog despite being the middleweight champion, and why he decided to call out Khamzat while everyone else in the division has avoided Chimaev. Du Plessis speaks on his purpose as a UFC fighter, and why Chimaev has no chance to beat him if he's in this sport for the money. Plus, don't miss Dricus talk about teaching Khamzat how to lose and calling DC out for doubting him in the past!#VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Khamzat Chimaev IS BACK on another edition of the DC Check-In with Daniel Cormier! The undefeated UFC superstar goes against Dricus Du Plessis for the UFC Middleweight title, and he's ready to prove he can become a champion this Saturday. See why Chimaev is focused on getting more money, and is not motivated by UFC titles in his career right now. Plus, Chimaev speaks on other opponents in the division and what separates "The Wolf" from the pack. And don't miss Khamzat mess with Cormier, and talk about the viral video of them wrestling each other!#VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier IS BACK to talk about the biggest headlines in the UFC and MMA, and there's no bigger name in the headlines today than superstar Charles Oliveira after accepting a fight with Rafael Fiziev. DC addresses the controversy surrounding the decision from Oliveira and his camp just months after taking a BRUTAL KNOCKOUT from Ilia Topuria. Cormier explains why he believes it's NOT a good decision to take the fight so shortly removed from that finish, and why when he took a NASTY KO from Jon Jones, he NEEDED the time to recover and get back into the octagon 100% healthy. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier IS BACK with a brand new episode of 3 ROUNDS and once again, UFC analyst Din Thomas RETURNS! DC and Din talk about the Khamzat Chimaev vs. Dricus Du Plessis championship fight next weekend in Chicago, and why Din is DOUBLING DOWN on saying Chimaev as champion is DANGEROUS for the UFC. Plus, get Cormier's take on the comments Khabib Nurmagomedov made about Conor McGregor, and why this will help them move forward from the bad blood. And don't miss Din and DC chop it up about Renato Moicano denying the $200,000 from the UFC settlement, and why that even if it's a mistake, it's SUPER RESPECTABLE. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier IS BACK with another Instant Reaction, this time to the UFC and MMA's debate on whether Arman Tsarukyan, Justin Gaethje, or Paddy Pimblett should be next for the champion Ilia Topuria. DC breaks down each of the three contenders, and GOES IN ON why Arman Tsarukyan SHOULD be the next fight for "El Matador." Plus, Cormier talks about the prospect of Topuria vs. Islam Makhachev, and why that is arguably the biggest fight there is to make in the UFC. And don't miss DC defend Topuria's decision to not want to fight Arman. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier has called out some fighters over the years, and this BEST OF DC is his funniest trash talk during his interviews, such as saying he could finish Khamzat Chimaev, TAKE DOWN Islam Makhachev and Alex Pereira, and BEAT Shavkat Rakhmonov 10-0 in wrestling. Check out all the best fighter callouts from DC! 2:00 - Khamzat Chimaev3:57 - Jamahal Hill4:52 - Max Holloway5:45 - DC goes at Nate Diaz14:32 - Jon Jones16:07 - Islam Makhachev25:20 - Belal Muhammad #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robert Whittaker lost via split decision to Reinier de Ridder in what was an incredible fight for the UFC's Main Event in Abu Dhabi. Listen to the last time Rob caught up with DC ahead of his fight with Khamzat Chimaev on the DC Check-In series! Chimaev was victorious in this bout after a first round submission of Whittaker at UFC 308. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier is BACK to gives you his take on the biggest headlines in the sport, as his rival Jon Jones called him out in a series of tweets this weekend leading up to the Dustin Poirier-Max Holloway fight. After DC's comments went viral on the weigh in show, Jones responded to Cormier on X, and DC is here to shut down what the former heavyweight champ had to say. Cormier GOES IN ON Jones' recent tweets against him, and calls him out for the lack of truth in both of the comments. Plus, hear what DC has to say about the evolution of their rivalry, and why Jones is OFF BASE with his recent series of tweets. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier IS BACK to react to the biggest headlines in UFC and MMA, and this week Ilia Topuria, Justin Gaethje, Arman Tsarukyan, and the lightweight division have taken over! Topuria told the Nelk Boys in his interview with them this week that he thinks the UFC will push for Gaetjhe to fight Ilia. DC gives take on the soundbite, and why he believes JG is still not a guarantee with Tsarukyan and Paddy Pimblett also going for that title shot. Plus, hear Cormier break down the lightweight division, and what he thinks the championship fight vs. Topuria will ultimately be. And don't miss DC give his thoughts on Justin's perfect end to his career: a win vs. Ilia and defending the belt at the White House vs. Max Holloway for the BMF championship. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier IS BACK with his INSTANT REACTION to Dustin Poirier losing to Max Holloway in his final fight of his UFC career. DC gives his take on Poirier's historic retirement fight, and breaks down how Holloway was able to out-strike Dustin and defend his BMF title in the main event at UFC 318 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Cormier also gives his take on Paulo Costa beating Roman Kopylov in the co-main event in a huge bounce back victory for the Brazilian. And don't miss DC talk Patricio Pitbull vs. Dan Ige, Daniel Rodriguez vs. Kevin Holland, and so much more! #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier is BACK with another episode of DC Check-In with Max Holloway ahead of his BMF title fight against Dustin Poirier at UFC 318. Max talks about wanting to play SPOILER to Dustin’s retirement fight in his home state of Louisiana. Max then talks about his loss to Ilia Topuria, and how he eventually wants a rematch for the lightweight title. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier is BACK with another episode of DC Check-In with Dustin Poirier ahead of his retirement fight for the BMF title against Max Holloway at UFC 318. Dustin reflects on his Hall of Fame career, and how finishing his career with a third win against Max in his home state of Louisiana would be a dream come true. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dana White answered tons of questions for us on the Full Send podcast, and so DC is BACK to give you his reaction to some of the MAJOR HEADLINES stemming from that sit down. White says an Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria SUPERFIGHT will go down if Islam can win the welterweight championship against Jack Della Maddalena. Plus, get Daniel Cormier's take on Jon Jones returning from retirement to fight at the White House, and why if he does fight, it "HAS TO BE TOM ASPINALL!" #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier and Din Thomas ARE BACK with another special edition of DC's 3 Rounds, and the guys are here to talk about all the major headlines surrounding the biggest names in the UFC and MMA. Jon Jones announced his retirement two weeks ago but is now BACK in the testing pool, and Din IS NOT HAVING IT! Cormier and Thomas break down what that means for Tom Aspinall's next fight and why the behavior is similar to Conor McGregor. DC and Din also talk what's next for Alex Pereira at light heavyweight and why a rematch with Magomed Ankalaev is the fight to make. And get the guys' thoughts on Sean Strickland's public beef with Dan Henderson and what Sean needs to do to get back his UFC title. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a SPECIAL EDITION of Daniel Cormier's 3 Rounds, the legendary UFC analyst Din Thomas joins the show to BREAK DOWN Ilia Topuria's #1 pound-for-pound ranking over Islam Makhachev. Thomas ADAMANTLY supports Topuria's top rank, and says even with a with over Jack Della Maddalena, Ilia still keeps the top spot in the UFC's P4P list. Thomas and DC also break down Jamahal Hill's losing streak, mistakes made inside and outside the octagon in the UFC, and why Topuria getting a knockout win over Charles Oliveira is the biggest difference maker in the current UFC rankings. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Cormier is BACK with his DC Check-In series at UFC 317, so check out the BEST MOMENTS from DC’s interviews with Charles Oliveira, Kai Kara-France, and Alexandre Pantoja ahead of their massive championship fights. Oliveira talks about the total dismissal from Ilia Topuria and why Ilia is in danger of underestimating his "more powerful" hands. Kai Kara-France tells DC an incredible story of fighting a guy on a cruise ship prior to the start of his UFC career that you will not want to miss. And hear why the champ Alexandre Pantoja is ready to finish France in the co-main event at International Fight Week! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Arman Tsarukyan sits down with Daniel Cormier in an EXCLUSIVE CHECK-IN interview following Ilia Topuria's knockout vs. Charles Oliveira at UFC 317 during International Fight Week. Tsarukyan gives his breakdown of the Topuria-Oliveira fight and Joe Rogan "making a mistake" by calling Paddy Pimblett to the octagon after Ilia's victory. Hear why Tsarukyan was SURPRISED by Topuria's knockout of Charles. Arman also talks about dropping out of the Islam Makhachev title fight, his roast of Bryce Mitchell, and what he thinks of Topuria's new No. 1 spot in the pound-for-pound rankings of the UFC! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ilia Topuria KNOCKED OUT Charles Oliveira in the FIRST ROUND at UFC 317, and Daniel Cormier is octagon side to give you his INSTANT REACTION! DC gives his take on Topuria's impressive win, what he makes of him shoving Paddy Pimblett in the octagon, and if an Islam Makhachev fight will ever happen. Plus, Alexandre Pantoja defended his belt with a submission win over Kai Kara-France, and moves himself closer to GOAT status in the division. And don't miss DC's take on Joshua Van vs. Brandon Royval, Gregory Rodrigues's KO win, Payton Talbott's impressive showing and much more! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alexandre Pantoja IS BACK on the DC Check-In series with Daniel Cormier, and he claims despite multiple title defenses, he's as good as "he's EVER BEEN!" Pantoja talks about the rematch with Kai Kara-France from their first early encounter on The Ultimate Fighter, and why Kara-France has to be ready for a MUCH BETTER fighter today. Plus, Pantoja speaks on the GOAT conversation with him and Demetrious Johnson, and why today's era of the division is the most difficult it's ever been. And don't miss Alexandre explain to DC why he always shows up late to practice! #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kai Kara-France joins Daniel Cormier for a DC check-in ahead of his CHAMPIONSHIP FIGHT against Alexandre Pantoja, one of the GOATs of the division, in the co-main event of UFC 317. Kai breaks down his TKO win over Steve Erceg. He also talks about his title fight against Pantoja, and why he's sure he'll be THE FIRST guy to KNOCK OUT Pantoja. Kara-France also gets deep into his roots and heritage, and why generational trauma in his family has influenced who he is today. #Volume #HerdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.