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Dana White: Daniel Cormier could get instant UFC title shot with drop to light heavyweight

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Apr 26, 2013 11:53 AM EDT

Should undefeated heavyweight Daniel Cormier decide to make the drop down to the UFC's light heavyweight division, it could result in an immediate title shot for the former Olympian, according to promotion president Dana White.

UFC on FOX 7's Daniel Cormier: Frank Mir 'not a step up in competition'

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Apr 18, 2013 12:00 AM EDT

According to Daniel Cormier, fighting Frank Mir at UFC on Fox 7 in his Octagon debut this weekend isn't a step up in MMA competition when having already defeated Heavyweight standouts such as Antonio "Bigfoot" Silva and Josh Barnett, among others.

UFC on FOX 7 preview: Four burning questions going into 'Henderson vs Melendez' in San Jose

by Mike Bohn from MMAmania.com on Apr 17, 2013 8:00 PM EDT

The MMA community is a curious bunch, and every time an event comes around fans begin to talk. There are several storylines going into UFC on FOX 7 this Saturday (April 20, 2013), but here are four burning questions to consider before fight night.

History in the Making: Daniel Cormier enters the Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix by stepping on 'Bigfoot' Silva

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Apr 14, 2013 10:00 PM EDT

Daniel Cormier was one of the top up-and-coming heavyweights under the Strikeforce banner, but not yet ranked among the best the promotion had to offer. That would all change the night he faced off against Brazilian "Bigfoot," Antonio Silva.

Frank Mir says Daniel Cormier has a 'false sense of security,' promises to take one of his limbs home

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Apr 9, 2013 10:00 AM EDT

"He goes out against me, changes levels, takes a shot. I guillotine him and choke him out in, let's say, 40 seconds. Does it really take anything away from his stock?" Frank Mir asks, then answers his own question. "No."

UFC on FOX 7: Frank Mir says Daniel Cormier can't finish fights unless the referee does it for him

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Mar 18, 2013 10:31 AM EDT

Sounds like former UFC heavyweight champion Frank Mir has Daniel Cormier all figured out ahead of their UFC on FOX 7 headliner booked for the HP Pavilion next month is San Jose. His scouting report, inside.

Morning Report: Uriah Hall knocks out Adam Cella in one of the most sobering moments in TUF history

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Feb 6, 2013 8:00 AM EST

Last night's episode of 'The Ultimate Fighter 17' featured the surreally violent knockout UFC President Dana White has been promising for months. Watch the video here.

Strikeforce drug test results come back clean for 'Marquardt vs. Saffiedine' event fighters in Oklahoma City

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Jan 17, 2013 2:15 PM EST

Nate Marquardt and Tarec Saffiedine, as well as Josh Barnett, Tim Kennedy and Kurt Holobaugh, have all passed their post-fight drug tests following their respective fights at last weekend's Strikeforce event in Oklahoma City.

Jon Jones responds to Daniel Cormier: 'Just do it, stop talking about it'

by Chris Hall from Bloody Elbow on Jan 17, 2013 12:10 AM EST

For the last several months, DC has been saying he'd be coming for Jones' belt after Cain Velasquez recaptured the HW title. Now that Cain's work is done and it looks like Cormier is on his way down, Jones has a message for him

UFC Quick Quote: Jon Jones 'wishes' Daniel Cormier would stop talking and start doing

by Adam Guillen Jr. from MMAmania.com on Jan 16, 2013 5:07 PM EST

After getting his desired fight against Frank Mir, Daniel Cormier may get another wish granted as UFC 205-pound champion, Jon Jones, said he's open to fighting the best guys and wants "DC" to stop talking about a drop to 205 pounds and just do it.

UFC on FOX 7: Daniel Cormier vs Frank Mir fight confirmed for April event in San Jose

by Brian Hemminger from MMAmania.com on Jan 15, 2013 3:49 PM EST

Daniel Cormier has had his wish granted and just days after calling out former two-time UFC Heavyweight Champion Frank Mir following his victory this past Saturday night, the fight has been made official for UFC on Fox 7 in San Jose.

Strikeforce Marquardt vs. Saffiedine medical suspensions: Ed Herman, Kurt Holobaugh out indefinitely

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Jan 14, 2013 5:45 PM EST

UFC import Ed Herman and preliminary card fighter Kurt Holobaugh received indefinite medical suspensions as a result of injuries suffered during Saturday's Strikeforce finale.

Josh Barnett and Gegard Mousasi lead Strikeforce salaries

by Chris Hall from Bloody Elbow on Jan 14, 2013 5:00 PM EST

After pulling out a quick submission over Nandor Guelmino, the Warmaster took home a cool quarter-million dollar check for his efforts. Check out the full reported salaries for Strikeforce's last event.

Strikeforce medical suspensions: Ed Herman, Kurt Holobaugh out indefinitely

by Tim Burke from Bloody Elbow on Jan 14, 2013 2:00 PM EST

Only a few Strikeforce: Marquardt vs. Saffiedine fighters were handed medical suspensions by the OSAC, but Ed Herman and Kurt Holobaugh are out indefinitely.

Strikeforce Marquardt vs. Saffiedine salaries: Josh Barnett leads payroll with $250,000

by Shaun Al-Shatti from MMA Fighting on Jan 14, 2013 1:41 PM EST

Veteran heavyweight Josh Barnett topped the disclosed payroll for last Saturday's finale Strikeforce event, pocketing $250,000 for his main card victory over Nandor Guelmino.

Strikeforce injuries and medical suspensions: Ed Herman sidelined indefinitely; Nate Marquardt escapes scot-free

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Jan 14, 2013 1:09 PM EST

Ed Herman and Kurt Holobaugh are suspended indefinitely following their respective losses at the Strikeforce: "Marquardt vs. Saffiedine" event last weekend in Oklahoma City. Complete list of medical suspensions right here.

Strikeforce payouts and salaries: Josh Barnett banks $250,000 at 'Marquardt vs. Saffiedine'

by Jesse Holland from MMAmania.com on Jan 14, 2013 12:16 PM EST

If anyone is going to miss Strikeforce, it's Josh Barnett. "The Warmaster" pulled in a cool $250,000 for an easy night's work against Nandor Guelmino on the "Marquardt vs. Saffiedine" main card last weekend in Oklahoma City.

Strikeforce results recap: Nate Marquardt vs Tarec Saffiedine-led event wrap up from Oklahoma City

by Thomas Myers from MMAmania.com on Jan 14, 2013 8:00 AM EST

Strikeforce: "Marquardt vs Saffiedine" results: Everything you need in case you missed the mixed martial arts (MMA) promotion's final event on Showtime that took place on Sat., Jan. 12, 2013, from Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Fortunes changed for five at final Strikeforce event

by Dave Meltzer from MMA Fighting on Jan 13, 2013 10:00 PM EST

Even though Strikeforce is no more, winning and losing had more significant consequences for most fighters on the final show.

Strikeforce matchmaker: Who should the ‘Marquardt vs. Saffiedine' main card winners fight in the UFC?

by Mike Bohn from MMAmania.com on Jan 13, 2013 8:00 PM EST

Fantasy mixed martial arts (MMA) matchmaker, Strikeforce: "Marquardt vs. Saffiedine" edition, featuring main card winners Saffiedine, Cormier, Barnett, Mousasi and Souza. Who should each fight upon entering the UFC? Find out inside.

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