The Herd with Colin Cowherd Daniel Cormier TV - WWE President Nick Khan on Muhammad Ali Act, UFC 324 Pimblett vs. Justin Gaethje
Dec 4, 2025
Nick Khan, President of WWE and a key player in TKO, dives into the intersection of sports and entertainment with Daniel Cormier. They discuss UFC 324's pivotal fights, including Paddy Pimblett vs. Justin Gaethje, and the impact of the Muhammad Ali Enhancement Act. Khan also shares insights on WWE's media evolution and future talent strategies, alongside ambitions for Zufa boxing to modernize the sport. With candid reflections on balancing family life and executive responsibilities, this conversation highlights Khan's vision for revitalizing boxing and wrestling.
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Big Comps For Daniel Cormier
- Daniel Cormier often requests large ticket comps and WWE approved 44 tickets for him.
- Nick Khan called this the "Daniel Cormier limit" and said they happily accommodated his students.
Rapid Media Integration Under TKO
- TKO quickly integrated UFC and WWE assets across major platforms like Paramount+, ESPN, Netflix, and USA Network.
- Nick Khan warns success is fleeting and both companies must "earn your keep every day."
Leverage Partners For Event Hype
- Treat WWE PLEs as marquee events and leverage partner platforms for broad promotion.
- Use major partner coverage to elevate matches into mainstream moments like the Super Bowl.