Daniel Cormier TV - Who fights Sean O'Malley next: Aljamain Sterling, Chito Vera, Henry Cejudo or Merab?!
Aug 25, 2023
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Daniel Cormier discusses potential opponents for Sean O'Malley in a bantamweight title fight including Aljamain Sterling, Chito Vera, and Henry Cejudo. He also mentions the anticipation for the most stacked card in December 2023.
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.
Considerations for Henry Sehudo and Algermane Sterling as potential contenders
The speaker explores the cases of Henry Sehudo and Algermane Sterling as potential contenders for the Bantamweight championship. Despite Sehudo's loss to Algermane Sterling and retirement, his history and prior interactions with O'Malley make him a viable contender. The speaker suggests that if the other contenders are not available, Sehudo could step in. Algermane Sterling, considered the greatest Bantamweight of all time, is also acknowledged. The speaker argues that Sterling should be given a rematch considering his past achievements and defenses of the title. The speaker draws parallels to other fighters who have received immediate rematches after losing their belts and suggests that Sterling deserves a similar opportunity.
Other potential contenders in the Bantamweight division
In addition to Marab Duwala Shvili, Cheeto Vera, Henry Sehudo, and Algermane Sterling, there are other fighters who could be viewed as contenders in the Bantamweight division. Corey Sandhagen, who recently defeated Vera and demonstrated his evolution as a mixed martial artist, is highlighted as a strong candidate. Umar Nurmagomedov, despite his injury, is also mentioned as a potential contender. The speaker acknowledges the difficulty of the matchmaker's job in the division and invites comments and thoughts from the audience on how the division should move forward. The competitive nature and depth of the Bantamweight division are emphasized, making it one of the UFC's most exciting weight classes.
The question everyone wants to know the answer to is: who's next for Sean O'Malley in a bantamweight title fight?! Daniel Cormier gives his take on who he thinks should fight Suga Sean O'Malley next! DC claims there are up to 6 different fighters who can claim a title fight against the Suga Show, including: Aljamain Sterling, Henry Cejudo, Marlon Chito Vera, Merab Dvalishvili, Cory Sandhagen and Umar Nurmagomedov - but there is only one that will get the chance. Plus, don't miss DC talk potential lineups for the UFC card in December in what could be the most stacked card in 2023! #Volume #Herd