Cain Velasquez claims Daniel Cormier was hesitant to face Brock Lesnar
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 2:06 PM
Last updated Oct 30, 2026
Cain Velasquez, a veteran UFC fighter, revealed insights about Daniel Cormier's mindset towards Brock Lesnar during their UFC 226 face-off. Although Cormier appeared eager to engage at the event, Velasquez stated that Cormier privately expressed his reluctance to fight Lesnar, indicating he did not want to face the formidable athlete. Velasquez, who defeated Lesnar at UFC 121, discussed these feelings during an interview on the Shawn Ryan Show, emphasizing the respect he has for Lesnar's athletic capabilities. Cormier's previous interest in facing Lesnar contrasts with his earlier hesitations detailed by Velasquez. The saga surrounding these fighters continues to resonate with fans long after their respective careers.
- •Cain Velasquez shared insights about Cormier's fear of facing Lesnar.
- •Cormier expressed reluctance to fight Lesnar in private discussions.
- •Velasquez defeated Lesnar at UFC 121, ending his championship run.
- •The conversation took place during Velasquez's appearance on the Shawn Ryan Show.
- •Cormier's past interest in Lesnar contrasts with his earlier hesitance.
- 2:06 PMYahoo Sports — Veteran UFC fighter says Daniel Cormier didn’t want to face Brock Lesnar
"Several years ago, MMA star Daniel Cormier looked eager to throw hands with Brock Lesnar during their UFC 226 face-off. However, veteran fighter Cain Velasquez recently revealed that Cormier held a much different opinion earlier. Daniel Cormier has shown interest in facing Brock Lesnar several times following the tension between them in the UFC 226 […] The post Veteran UFC fighter says Daniel Cormier didn’t want to face Brock Lesnar appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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