The Herd with Colin Cowherd
Daniel Cormier TV - Who fights Sean O'Malley next: Aljamain Sterling, Chito Vera, Henry Cejudo or Merab?!
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Quick takeaways
- Potential contenders for Sean O'Malley's bantamweight title fight include Marlon Chito Vera, Merab Dvalishvili, and Umar Nurmagomedov.
- Henry Cejudo and Aljamain Sterling are also strong contenders for the bantamweight championship, with Cejudo having prior interactions with O'Malley and Sterling deserving a rematch based on past achievements.
Deep dives
The Bandumweight division becomes interesting with confusion on who fights next
The Bandumweight division has become intriguing due to the confusion surrounding the next fights. With Sean O'Malley becoming champion, there is uncertainty about who he will face next. The division has become a topic of discussion among Tony, Brian, and the speaker. They highlight the potential matchups between Marab Duwala Shvili, Cheeto Vera, and Umar Nurmagomedov. Marab Duwala Shvili is considered a deserving contender based on his multiple consecutive wins, including a victory over the former champion. The speaker emphasizes the unpredictability of MMA math, but adds that Marab's credentials are compelling. Cheeto Vera is also viewed as a worthy challenger due to his history with O'Malley and his striking abilities. The speaker highlights the need for clarity in determining the next title fight in the division.
