Cormier went out and took the initiative from Miocic, trying to finish the champion. Cormier has always been susceptible to body shots. #UFC252 pic.twitter.com/X9LLkKyml7. View Miocic vs. Cormier III fight video, highlights, news, Twitter updates, and fight results. To check out the latest and greatest UFC 252: “Miocic vs. Cormier 3” news and notes be sure to hit up our comprehensive event archive right here. Miocic went wild against the cage and finished Cormier. LIVE! All this while the most successful heavyweight champion in the UFC was denied a rematch for his title. And that’s how it ended. Despite having a rocked and gassed opponent, Miocic allowed Cormier to rest in the clinch for most of the third round. UFC Vegas 24 Results & Play-By-Play! Miocic honestly had no answer for this technique in the first fight but had some success landing at range and controlling the wrestling exchanges. UFC president Dana White weighs in. Miocic, seeing Cormier’s difficulty with the body shots, pressed the advantage and continued to land more. The fight moved into the fourth round with Miocic having answered Cormier’s main two lines of attack. OOOOH! OOOOOH! The narratives around the fight were focused mainly on Cormier’s gas tank, wrestling, and if he would have an answer for the body shots. The respectful banter had shifted into a full-blown rivalry at this stage. Both fighters kept firing shots back-and-forth, nothing fight-changing, but enough to make both of them concerned about something bigger down the road. Referee Marc Goddard gives Miocic time to recover before the action starts up again. Miocic (19-3) returned the favor last year. Miocic and Cormier met for the third and final time on the 15th of August. Cormier hit Miocic with everything and the kitchen sink, but Miocic stayed standing. LIVE! Miocic began lighting Cormier’s body up. Miocic did not want to return during the pandemic as he felt responsible for helping his fellow firefighters. WIth the trilogy behind them, Daniel Cormier and Stipe Miocic surely seem to have buried the hatchet. Saturday night saw the epic heavyweight title trilogy between Stipe Miocic and Daniel Cormier come to a close as Miocic claimed a unanimous decision on the scorecards after five grueling rounds at the UFC Apex. Miocic was also able to land right hands at will on Cormier’s blinded side. Miocic started to press his advantage before they wound up in the clinch up against the fence. Watch UFC Vegas 24 Post-Fight Presser Here. Cormier was able to have limited stints of successful offense, but the rest of the fight was mostly controlled by Miocic, grinding DC against the fence and landing right hands. The second fight Miocic won despite the eye pokes, and the final match had the writing on the wall by the time the eye-gouge was a factor. Cormier had a difficult time knowing what to defend. Cormier started taking a beating as the round went on. By the start of the third round, Cormier’s fatigue had become apparent. This refusal is what lit a fire under the rivalry and built the anger for the former champion Miocic. Stipe appeared to be the fresher fighter, while Cormier appeared to be the heavier hitter. Following the second fight, Miocic needed eye surgery to fix the damage to his retinas caused by eye-gouges. Cormier continued to press the action, but Stipe was more than game — returning fire and smothering him up against the cage, making a tired “D.C.” carry his 230-pound frame. Cormier was looking gassed as he continued to press forward in the fourth. @DC_MMA makes the walk at #UFC252 pic.twitter.com/YWn6EQ0YDZ, Lean! Miocic vs. Cormier III at UFC 252 on Tapology. It did not help matters that he tried to walk Miocic down with no regard for defense. In the discussion, White spoke about a potential trilogy fight between heavyweights Stipe Miocic and Daniel Cormier. Before the double champion matchup, the UFC told the public that the winner would face Lesnar. The Trilogy: Stipe Miocic vs. Daniel Cormier in pictures. Prolonged wrestling exchanges would only serve to hurt Cormier, even if he were to gain a dominant position. White never threatened to strip Cormier despite him waiting for a money fight. BREAKING: Stipe Miocic vs Daniel Cormier Trilogy Is On! The two men circle each other with Miocic, still trying to land the 1-2. Highlights! Askren Promised Us A Circus (And Delivered). @DC_MMA stuns Stipe as RD 1 comes to a close. Cormier caught him with a flurry as the round came to a close, wobbling Stipe, who seemed a little dazed heading back to his corner. Cormier landed a big overhand right counter, but then an eye poke stopped the action moments later. Cormier exploded late with two big shots, hoping to steal a very close round. Watch Jake Paul vs. Ben Askren full fight video highlights last night (Sat., April 17, 2021) live on FITE TV PPV from Atlanta, Ga., featuring the first-round knockout finish by Paul. Stipe fired off a one-two combination, followed by a hard right hand to the body, while Cormier fired off a stiff jab to keep him at bay. It was super close heading into the fifth and final round, with each fighter making a case the he deserved a decision win. The trilogy went to the scorecards, and it was Stipe Miocic who took the decision over Daniel Cormier to remain heavyweight champion in the UFC 252 - ‘MIOCIC VS. CORMIER 3 main event. Once he had Cormier conditioned to defend the body, he went up top and landed sharp shots. Dana White announced on Tuesday that Stipe Miocic and Daniel Cormier will complete their trilogy at UFC 252 on August 15. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. Defending champion Stipe Miocic defeated Daniel Cormier via unanimous decision in their highly anticipated trilogy rematch for the UFC heavyweight crown Saturday night at … MMA World. #UFC252 pic.twitter.com/QFjxoWnLCH. The fight seems to be going without any incident until about 3 minutes and 50 seconds in Cormier lands the first significant eye-poke of the trilogy. 7:52. Stipe Miocic will need to use his reach while Daniel Cormier will need to cover the distance and involve in the dirty boxing. The next round was similar to the first with DC using his speed advantage and hand fighting to neutralize Miocic’s offense. However, Miocic was starting to find the target on Cormier with his 1-2’s. Meerschaert Banks $50K For Early Submission. Miocic was having more success attacking the slower Cormier. pic.twitter.com/I9DQaucNj4. However, while this trilogy was marred by eye-gouges, I don’t think they affected the fights as much as people think. Miocic denied Cormier’s most successful strike, the right hook, by keeping a hand on it as he exited the clinch. Here are a preview and pick for each main card fight as well as all of the betting odds for UFC 252: Miocic vs Cormier 3. Daniel Cormier's trilogy showdown with Stipe Miocic at UFC 252 on Saturday is the biggest fight in heavyweight HISTORY... the stars have aligned for a legacy-defining clash between two legends. 17, 2021) from inside Mercedes-Benz Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. Browse more videos ... MMA Community Reacts to One Sided Beatdown Stipe Miocic vs Ngannou,Cormier,Volkan,UFC 220R,Octagon. Miocic was also starting to have success in the hand fight and exiting the clinch. Miocic showed true grit and managed to stall Cormier against the cage. He had sustained severe damage to his eye and was exhausted and beat up. The fight was a combination of the first two matchups. August 17, 2019 – Stipe Miocic beats DC to win back the belt at UFC 241. Askren Vs. Paul Play-By-Play Updates, Complete Results. Miocic had success with early clinch work along the fence. The second match in the Stipe Miocic and Daniel Cormier trilogy was set for UFC 241. Cormier tried to control his energy while looking for shots. Stipe landed two hard rights, then actually went for a takedown, as Cormier landed a hard right hook on the break. Embed from Getty Imageswindow.gie=window.gie||function(c){(gie.q=gie.q||[]).push(c)};gie(function(){gie.widgets.load({id:'p0b4ApSyQfVYlJaZ9QCYOA',sig:'EAdJfhQFSB-OprKQGqRAEmBc4nkiZWUoRdFCZuaTPbY=',w:'594px',h:'388px',items:'1228063646',caption: true ,tld:'com',is360: false })}); Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. See more about. Stipe once again pressed Cormier against the cage, with both fighters seemingly taking a short timeout before shit got crazy. Did Jake Paul win last night? Cormier kept up the pressure, hunting the body then going upstairs with hard shots that forced Stipe to regroup. UFC news, rumors: Daniel Cormier says Stipe Miocic trilogy 'only thing that would make me come back' DC isn't set on retirement, especially if he gets another go at the heavyweight title Referee Marc Goddard failed to see the infraction, believing it to be a legal strike and instructed both men to fight on. Miocic is also a part-time fireman and paramedic for his local fire department. TWO MORE MINUTES! Miocic danced in the center of the ring and was crowned the UFC heavyweight champion of the world for the second time. After much anticipation, Stipe Miocic and Daniel Cormier will finally face off for the UFC heavyweight championship of the world. Cormier was still having success in the clinch and with his speed. The pair broke around the one-minute mark, with Cormier now actually being the aggressor and stalking Stipe around the cage. HE HURT HIM! Now let’s see what Miocic has to say. Looking at his "circus" against Ben Askren in the Triller Fight Club boxing main event on April 17 in Atlanta, Georgia. He was clearly hurt, but got off his stool and headed out into a prize fight seconds later against a super dangerous champion. Former UFC light heavyweight and heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier confirmed on Monday that he will return to the Octagon for a trilogy bout with current heavyweight titleholder Stipe Miocic. After the massive victory, Cormier needed to take time off. Setting up for the fourth, Cormier seemed to collapse mentally. Stipe unloaded a big left on the restart, forcing Cormier to retreat up against the fence. November 26, 2019 – Stipe … Cormier began having more success with the left hook as Miocic exited out of clinch exchanges. Yes, the dreaded eye poke! The greatest heavyweight trilogy in UFC history went out with a whimper. Daniel Cormier, Stipe Miocic talk tactics ahead of UFC 252 trilogy fight. By MMA Junkie Staff | August 15, 2020 8:25 pm Follow @MMAjunkie. However, as the round progressed, it was clear that Cormier was starting to slow down. Cormier kept pumping the left jab, with Stipe responding with a harder counter shot. Highlights! The third and final bout goes the distance. This was because of a failure to secure a guarantee of pay-per-view sales on the UFC’s part following the move to ESPN+. After a brief, one-sided grappling match, Cormier secured his first Heavyweight title defense. At this point, Miocic was campaigning for a rematch. Miocic tries to exit the clinch again but is hit with the perfect right hook and is dropped and finished. Cormier struggled to find a response beyond his right hook and uppercut. Miocic was edging the round on output. The momentum of the fight shifted, despite what the commentary booth led you to believe. Robert Whittaker Dominates at UFC Vegas 24. And we know how that turned out. By this point, violence was the only way to settle the grudge. Both fighters touched gloves in a mutual sign of respect and we were off ... Stipe opened up the action with a low kick and left jab, then another, as Cormier dove in for a high-crotch takedown. There is no date scheduled for the trilogy fight just yet, however Cormier has mentioned that UFC 245 in December could be a date that works for him. However, Cormier said that he could not fight someone of Miocic’s caliber on short notice. #UFC252 pic.twitter.com/KmpKVzteW7. February 9, 2020 - Will there be a trilogy fight between Stipe Miocic and Daniel Cormier? Daniel Cormier. That set set the stage for a classic showdown between two of the best Heavyweight fighters of all time — G.O.A.T. LIVE! Cormier had a lot of success hand fighting Miocic. Early on, Cormier got straight to where he left off landing right hooks off of clinch exchanges. Miocic continued to work to get out from underneath Cormier and succeeds. Stipe defeated Cormier via knockout in the fourth round of their heavyweight title fight. Miocic rallied for the contention spot at UFC 230. Miocic was having success picking Cormier apart on the outside. The referee warned that another infraction would cost Cormier a point deduction. Miocic decided to maintain double underhooks when Cormier initiated the clinch. This article first appeared on … Throughout the match, Cormier landed several eye-gouges, causing scratching and swelling around Miocic’s eyes. June 8, 2020. Cormier (22-2) won the first bout between the two back in 2018, knocking out Miocic in the first round. Stipe resumed the action with more low kicks, then a right hand, which Cormier countered with a nice double right hook. @StipeMiocic is here to solidify status. We recap the rivalry between UFC heavyweights Stipe Miocic … Stipe scrambled to his feet, but Cormier caught him in a headlock along the fence and peppered him with knees to the body until Stipe finally broke free. Cormier continued to rest his injured hand and campaigned for the Lesnar money fight. As the trilogy stands, Cormier will challenge the heavyweight champion, Stipe Miocic one more time before he bids farewell to the sport of MMA. Cormier tied up the action early, taking deep breaths over Stipe’s shoulder in an effort to recover sooner than later. If a trilogy fight between Stipe Miocic and Daniel Cormier does get booked, expect Cain Velasquez to help the latter prepare for it. For the final time! He started having more success with his jab and started winning the wrestling exchanges. UFC Vegas 24 live stream results, play-by-play updates for the Robert Whittaker vs. Kelvin Gastelum-led MMA event on ESPN tonight (Sat., April 17, 2021) inside UFC APEX in Las Vegas, Nevada. This Stipe Miocic vs. Daniel Cormier rematch is also important as it’s expected to be the last fight of Cormier’s legendary MMA career. However, Miocic started to switch targets from the head and the body. Miocic has now proven who the better fighter is. Stipe Miocic. He started to work the jab again, but then Stipe bullied him back into the cage with another flurry of punches. Previous encounters The first encounter between these two heavyweight elites marked an iconic moment in UFC’s history as Daniel Cormier become a two-division champion by beating Miocic. Stipe seemed fine coming out for the second stanza, missing with a light low kick that hit Cormier in the junk. Cormier faked a takedown, then landed with a hard three-shot combination to either side of Stipe’s beard. The only way to change that, of course, was to pull out a late finish. As a result, Cormier came out for round four clearly compromised, but still began the action with one-two combinations and hard right hands. Miocic proved to be a difficult man to hold down in the second fight, and Cormier’s cardio had begun to wane as he reached the twilight of his career. Now that the dust has settled, let’s examine one of the greatest series of matches in UFC Heavyweight history. We will take a trip down memory lane and discuss each fight that happened in the Stipe Miocic and Daniel Cormier trilogy. It’s been a while since we’ve had a big-time trilogy fight in combat sports, but that all changes on Saturday night, when heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic faces challenger Daniel Cormier in the UFC 252 Pay Per View main event. Who wins the trilogy fight between Stipe Miocic and Daniel Cormier? It actually appeared to be in Cormier’s best interests — he was hurt in round two and Stipe was just leaning on him throughout the round. #UFC252 pic.twitter.com/L7EA7tmTCF, And that is it! Cormier came out for the third visibly wobbled. Blatant disrespect to a sitting champion aside, the match was eventually booked for the 15th of August at the Apex Center. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. Cormier had success with entering the clinch by ducking under Miocic’s 1-2. He initially planned to retire before he turned 40 in March, 2019, but has delayed those plans to settle his rivalry with Miocic. Cormier came on strong in the beginning, tagging Miocic. pic.twitter.com/BrKRs4K5VQ. UFC president Dana White threatened to strip the champion, accusing him of holding up the division. Cormier Talks Strategy for Trilogy Fight . By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. 17, 2021) live on ESPN/ESPN+ from Las Vegas, Nev., featuring the dominant decision win by Whittaker. Stipe Miocic retained his UFC heavyweight title in his trilogy fight against Daniel Cormier in the main event of UFC 252 by unanimous decision (49-46, 49 … Cormier lost his heavyweight title to Miocic at UFC 241 last month after getting knocked out in the fourth round. Miocic proved in each match that he just does not have the clinch defense to deal with Cormier. Stipe Miocic vs. Daniel Cormier trilogy is happening!! Daniel Cormier vs. Stipe Miocic Trilogy Set for UFC 252, Says Dana White Joseph Zucker @ @JosephZucker status is on the line! The rivalry got worse when Derrick Lewis (24-7-1) was signed to fight Daniel Cormier for the double champ’s first Heavyweight defense. Miocic managed to use his boxing and wrestling defense to cinch up the 2-1 rivalry by decision. In just a moment, Daniel Cormier becomes a two-weight world champ. Featured image: Cormier took control of the tournament early, but Miocic changed strategies in the fourth round, pounding Cormier with body shots and eventually scoring a TKO. The respectful banter had shifted into a full-blown rivalry at this stage. Cormier certainly did an excellent job representing himself but ultimately could not come up with a solution to Miocic’s boxing and wrestling game. Mean! Miocic was crowned the victor, and the rivalry is over. Watch UFC 260’s Stipe Miocic close out Daniel Cormier trilogy in style | Video New, 7 comments By Adam Guillen Jr. Mar 24, 2021, 8:00pm EDT The Stipe Miocic (20-3) and Daniel Cormier (22-3-1) trilogy was decided at UFC 252 in Las Vegas. While the world has changed dramatically in 2020, some things remain the same; the UFC heavyweight title goes back on the line as Stipe Miocic faces Daniel Cormier … EVERY PUNCH ON THE EDGE OF OUR SEATS! By denying Cormier’s offense, Miocic could work his own. Stipe Miocic vs Daniel Cormier: The trilogy Breakdown Author: Randell Hearn Published Date: August 12, 2020 Now that the much-anticipated rematch is upon us … Early on, Cormier got at Miocic’s hips and hit a high crotch slam. #UFC241 https://t.co/xf6ZPhoCfc The UFC definitely needs to fix the eye-gouge problem. Cormier complained as the round ends. ONE FINAL ROUND. Daniel Cormier and Ariel Helwani discuss how DC’s trilogy fight vs. Stipe Miocic came together for UFC 252 on August 15. Has Khabib Nurmagomedov ever lost a fight? by Darryl Pinto. Complete Triller Fight Club results, full fight card updates for "Askren vs. Paul"-led event TONIGHT (Sat., Apr. July 7, 2018 – Stipe Miocic loses to Daniel Cormier at UFC 226. Let’s hope the UFC finds a way to market the most successful Heavyweight, who also works as a fireman and paramedic, is incredibly likable, and wins most of his fights by knockout. The second match in the Stipe Miocic and Daniel Cormier trilogy was set for UFC 241. Cormier kept pumping the left jab, with Stipe responding with a … Miocic recovered at the beginning of the second round and committed to the head and bodywork. Small business owners react to Texas dropping mask mandate. Cormier started to have some success landing ground and pound and advancing position. The first fight in the Stipe Miocic and Daniel Cormier trilogy set the stage for things to come. Towards the end of the round, Miocic started to land some damaging headshots. One thing that ruined the Stipe Miocic and Daniel Cormier trilogy is the eye-poke controversy. Redemption and pride restored, for the most successful UFC heavyweight of all time. Report. Cormier landed a big right hand with 10 seconds remaining, which Stipe countered with a hard shot of his own. Miocic was unable to train during this time, and so the fight could not be booked. There Miocic made his most significant adjustment in the final fight. Dana White spoke to Brett Okamoto following UFC 241. Stipe Miocic remains UFC heavyweight champion after an epic trilogy fight against Daniel Cormier on Sunday (AEST). Miocic began having success with his jab as DC attempted to guard his body. The right hook that won him the fight also broke his hand. My two cents is that the outcomes of each fight would probably be the same despite the eye-gouges. However, Brock Lesnar (5-3-1) was hinting at a return to MMA. As you can see, DC was up 30-27, 29-28 and 29-28 with two judges giving Stipe the third round. He managed to get a decent front headlock on Miocic and nailed him with a hard knee. Whittaker Walks Through Gastelum, Makes Case For Title Shot. The former double champ got rocked and stumbled back. UFC Champion Stipe Miocic and challenger Daniel “DC” Cormier are ready to close their trilogy with each man already scoring one win so far, this is also the last time you will ever see Daniel Cormier fight in the Octagon. Cormier ducks on the outside and uses his left arm to give the underhook. Watch UFC Vegas 24 full fight video highlights: Robert Whittaker vs. Kelvin Gastelum last night (Sat., Apr. This way, Miocic could neutralize Cormier’s offense and exit the clinch safely. Kicks on the open side are what rival Jon Jones (26-1-1) used to check Cormier’s conditioning and ultimately helped him finish Cormier in their controversial final match. Q. You have entered an incorrect email address! Combat sports and trilogy fights just kind of go together. It looks like Daniel Cormier is going to stay in for more fights, according to the UFC president Dana White. MMA Mania, UFC news, results, videos, rumors, fights, Stipe Miocic wins Daniel Cormier trilogy fight, edges ‘D.C.’ after back-and-forth battle, Highlights! DC survives Stipe's late RD 2 attack! Around halfway through the fourth round, Miocic landed a left hook to the body that hurt Cormier. Cormier kept up the pressure, hunting the body then going upstairs with hard shots that forced Stipe to regroup. With Lesnar out of the picture, it was time for the long-awaited rematch between the two men. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. #UFC252 pic.twitter.com/cnu85gKJKH, RT if you're nervous Your #UFC252 main event is underway! As the round came to a close, Stipe dropped Cormier along the cage with a vicious flurry as Cormier held on for dear life until the round came to a close. Shortly after, it was made apparent that Lesnar would not be returning to MMA. Indeed, Cormier — then-Light Heavyweight champion — shocked the mixed martial arts (MMA) world when he stopped Miocic at UFC 226 back in 2018 to secure his second, simultaneous two-division belt. Stipe once again tied up Cormier along the cage and didn’t really do much with the position until Cormier once again circled out. Stipe Miocic emerged as the greatest UFC Heavyweight champion in history. Miocic’s anger over being denied a rematch was reciprocated by Cormier, who felt he should have done more to earn it. What was more compelling would be his answer to the body shot and if Miocic could provide a solution in the clinch. Cormier did an excellent job of entering off of Miocic’s jab and giving up an underhook. Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) returned to ESPN+ pay-per-view (PPV) TONIGHT (Sat., Aug. 15, 2020) with a historic Heavyweight championship trilogy match between reigning and defending division kingpin, Stipe Miocic, and former “champ-champ,” Daniel Cormier, leading the charge. This Thursday, he has shared the plan to book Cormier for a trilogy fight before his retirement. UFC finally books Stipe Miocic vs. Daniel Cormier trilogy for August 15 Nolan King 6/9/2020. MMAmania.com is delivering LIVE round-by-round, blow-by-blow coverage of the entire UFC 252 PPV main card RIGHT HERE, right now. Ohio, Miocic’s home state, shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic. Cormier scored with another elbow as Stipe once again tied him up along the fence and laid on him. Lifting a 230lb man is no easy task, and Miocic made it more difficult by forcing Cormier to keep him down. Cormier landed a hard right hook on the break, but Stipe shook it right off. Paul Stuns ‘Funky’ With Quick KO. This meant the final fight to decide the trilogy would have to wait until 2020. The bell saved Cormier as the second round came to a close. They have engaging in … Cormier landed a solid right hook that wobbled Miocic at the end of the first round. In reality, it was unlikely that Cormier ever planned to use much of his wrestling. "It's very clear. UFC full fight video: Stipe Miocic defeats Daniel Cormier to win heavyweight championship trilogy Vicente Luque tempted by ‘great rematch’ with Leon Edwards after UFC 260 win over Tyron Woodley Miesha Tate explains comeback: ‘This is 100 percent because I’m … Cormier’s left eye started to take damage as Miocic landed shots, however, towards the end of the round Miocic eye-gouged Cormier badly. But Miocic evened the score just one year later at UFC 249, stopping “D.C.” via fourth round technical knockout. In an interview with ESPN, Dana White revealed that the UFC is only waiting for Stipe Miocic to set up the third fight against Daniel Cormier. Between rounds, Cormier asked his corner if he was knocked out. Stipe clearly poked Cormier in the eye at the end of the round, but the referee didn’t see it so apparently didn’t happen. We will go into more detail later, but eye-gouges are likely going to be the main story around this fight. “DC” would work to land punches over the top as Miocic would try to exit the clinch. Miocic managed to rock Cormier and landed in his mount. Stipe went back to smothering him up against the fence, with Cormier looking for a trip to get the action to the ground late. The iconic Daniel Cormier vs Stipe Miocic trilogy. Stipe mushed him up agains the fence in response, but Cormier eventually circled his way out. Cormier went all-in with a heavy barrage, but Stipe ate each punch and countered with more of his own. Miocic’s anger over being denied a rematch was reciprocated by Cormier, who felt he should have done more to earn it. Miocic seemed to struggle more with the speed and had a hard time making reads. Summer 2019 brought us Stipe-Cormier 2. Here's the scorecard for Stipe Miocic vs. Daniel Cormier. 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