D. Lewis (left) defeated C. Blaydes (right) in the UFC Las Vegas 19. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
One of the biggest names in recent MMA history, Daniel Cormier is impressed with the performance of Derrick Lewis before Curtis blaydes No. UFC Las Vegas 19. Former heavyweight champion (up to 120,2 kg.) and, today, commentator, DC did not hide his excitement with his compatriot's victory and even compared the athlete's physical strength to that of the feared Francis Ngannou. Derrick beat the French-Cameroonian in 2018.
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“Guys, there’s a reason why Francis Ngannou be shy in the fight against Derrick Lewis. He braked and just watched Lewis because of the force that was coming towards him. So let's not act like Derrick Lewis didn't have the strength to match any of the heavyweights, including Francis Ngannou”, said Daniel, on the program 'DC & Helwani'.
Lewis's triumph over Blaydes, in addition to marking the twentieth knockout in the American's career (in 25 victories), also secured the 'giant' in second place in the rankings. Now, the fighter has in front of him only Ngannou himself and the champion, Stipe Miocic.
Although they are known for the power of their strikes, Derrick and Francis disappointed when they came face to face in the octagon. In a fight awaited by fans and specialized press, the athletes had a disappointing duel, with little action, in which Lewis emerged victorious with a unanimous decision from the judges.
Derrick's defender, Cormier knows the fighter well. In his first title defense, held in 2018, when he was heavyweight champion, DC faced the combatant and submitted his rival in the second round.
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