The Herd with Colin Cowherd Daniel Cormier TV - Daniel Cormier REACTS to Islam Makhachev vs. Jack Della Maddalena + turning down Jon Jones
May 18, 2025
Daniel Cormier shares his instant reaction to Islam Makhachev's bold ambitions to fight Jack Della Maddalena for double-champ status. He discusses the missed opportunities in Makhachev’s potential bout against Ilia Topuria and dives into the dynamics of their weight classes. Cormier reveals he turned down a coaching role against Jon Jones on a Russian spin-off of The Ultimate Fighter, citing unexpected challenges. The excitement around the UFC’s evolving landscape and rising stars is palpable throughout the conversation.
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Jack Della Maddalena's Championship Win
- Jack Della Maddalena won the UFC welterweight title with a stunning performance against Bilal Muhammad.
- He showed excellent mid-range boxing and defended every takedown effortlessly.
Jack's Emotional Championship Moment
- Jack's emotion after winning reflected his realization of becoming a UFC champion like legends before him.
- His lip quiver showed his humble appreciation for joining elite Australian champions' ranks.
Makhachev's Double Championship Plan
- Islam Makhachev intends to become a double champ, holding lightweight while fighting at welterweight.
- This is unprecedented and adds complexity to UFC's lightweight and welterweight divisions.