Daniel Cormier alleges Eric Trump questioned fight integrity at UFC Freedom 250
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 12:33 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Former UFC fighter Daniel Cormier made a controversial claim involving Eric Trump, alleging they exchanged messages about the integrity of UFC Freedom 250 fights. In a now-deleted post, Cormier suggested Trump asked whether the matches were rigged, prompting Trump to label the accusations as 'completely fake'. Cormier stated he was bringing the issue to light to protect the event's reputation. UFC has not yet publicly commented on the allegations. The controversy emerged just before Sunday night's fights scheduled at the White House.
- •Cormier posted and deleted messages from Eric Trump regarding fight integrity.
- •Trump claims the allegations are false and asserts he never contacted Cormier.
- •The exchange occurred ahead of UFC Freedom 250 scheduled for Sunday night.
- •UFC has not commented on this controversy.
- •Cormier's actions have sparked further discussion online.
- 12:33 AMYahoo Sports — Daniel Cormier alleged Eric Trump asked if UFC Freedom 250 fights were 'rigged'
"A pretty explosive allegation was made (and deleted) ahead of UFC Freedom 250.
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