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Cormier analyzes the fight in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC
Recently, Daniel Cormier It was surprising. At 46 years old and without fighting since 2020, the current fight commentator He revealed that he would accept a wrestling match with Jon Jones.On the other hand, 'DC' knows very well which professional to avoid in a possible return to the sport that made him famous.
Talking to your friend Josh thomsonCormier, in a humorous way, didn't think twice about refusing to wrestle against Yoel romeroAnd the former MMA fighter's suggestion makes sense.
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Just like the American, the 48-year-old 'Soldier of God' made his mark in the sport and, in December, dominated Pat Downey, a high-level wrestler. Aware of the Cuban's skill, his fame, and impressed by his physique, 'DC' chose to focus on his eternal rival.
"No. I wouldn't fight Romero. I wouldn't wrestle with him. He's still good. He's incredibly good. I'm not going to wrestle with him. I would wrestle with someone like..." Jon Jones "Or someone like that, but not Romero," said the UFC Hall of Famer in an interview with the YouTube channel 'WEIGHING IN'.
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Romero promotes fighting event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/yoelromeromma
Yoel romero, 48 years old, is a legend in combat sports. In his golden years in wrestling, the Cuban won the silver medal at the Sydney Olympics (AUS) in 2000, and several other significant titles. In MMA, 'Soldier of God' also stood out in the UFC, even competing for the interim and undisputed middleweight (up to 83,9 kg) titles.
In this style of fighting, the veteran built a record of 16 wins, 13 by knockout, and seven losses. His main victories were against... Chris Weidman, Luke Rockhold, Lyoto Machida, Ronaldo Jacare, Thiago Marreta
Cuban shone in 2025
Despite his advanced age for competition, Romero was flawless in the 2025 season. The Cuban put on a show in wrestling and also impressed with knockouts in 'Bare Knuckle' and 'Dirty Boxing'.
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