D. Cormier (photo) was champion of two categories in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @dc_mma
Former light heavyweight (up to 93kg.) and heavyweight (120,2kg.) champion, Daniel Cormier He was known for his strong wrestling game and sharp striking, as well as great battles in the octagon. 'DC' was announced as a new member of the UFC's 'Hall of Fame', as a form of recognition for his achievements in MMA. The announcement was made by the company during issue number 274, which took place last Saturday (8).
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"Daniel Cormier He is one of the best competitors of all time. He has faced the best athletes in the world in wrestling and MMA and is also a professional at the highest level. As an active athlete, he always had time for the press, which led him to become one of the best commentators in all of sports. DC is one of the greatest ambassadors the UFC has ever had, and it will be an honor to induct him into the UFC Hall of Fame,” said Dana White, president of the organization.
Cormier, therefore, will be introduced to the select list of the greatest in the history of the 'Modern Era' at International Fight Week, scheduled to take place on July 30, in Las Vegas, in the United States. Beyond, Khabib Nurmagomedov, Georges St-Pierre, Rashad evans, Michael Bisping, Ronda Rousey, Urijah faber, B.J. Penn e Forrest griffin are the other fighters on the list.
In his last fight, the North American measured forces against Stipe Miocic. At the time, he lost the title in a unanimous decision by the judges. In the period between 2009 and 2020, there were 26 fights, with 22 victories – including names like Anderson Silva, Stipe Miocic, Alexander Gustafson, Antonio Pezão, Anthony Johnson e Frank mir -, two defeats and a 'no result' fight. Now retired, Daniel works as a commentator on Ultimate broadcasts.
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