Cormier rules out Rakhmonov and suggests ideal opponent to fight for belt with Belal

Belal Muhammad | is the new UFC welterweight champion. Photo: Twitter/UFC News

In the midst of all the provocations carried out between Belal Muhammad | e Kamaru Usman recently, Daniel Cormier took advantage of the scenario to highlight the Nigerian's chances of competing for the belt next. Despite knowing the credibility of Shavkat Rakhmonov, the commentator pointed out the organization's need to have a 'star' fighting for the welterweight title (up to 77,1kg.).

“Many people ask, 'Belal, why are you challenging Kamaru Usman? What about Shavkat?' Shavkat is tough (…) The problem is this: Does Shavkat Rakhmonov Can you get people to walk in the door? Did Shavkat Rakhmonov can attract people like Kamaru Usman for that? I say no. I'm being honest with you. I say no, because he simply hasn't had the opportunity to show that against someone who would elevate him. He hasn't had that chance yet. You always need to have a star involved, and guess who that is? Kamaru Usman”, declared Cormier on his channel YouTube.

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