Daniel Cormier explains omission of Sean O'Malley at UFC 333

Daniel Cormier addressed the omission of Sean O'Malley from the post-fight discussion following UFC 333, where Petr Yan defended his bantamweight title against Merab Dvalishvili. Cormier, who interviewed Yan in the cage, noted that he was directed to highlight Song Yadong, present at the event. Although O'Malley expressed initial disappointment, he clarified there was no animosity between them after further conversation. Both fighters have previously defeated Yadong, and Cormier acknowledged O'Malley as the most deserving contender for Yan next. O'Malley remains confident that he will secure a rematch with Yan for the title.

• 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Daniel Cormier explains to Sean O'Malley why his name wasn't mentioned at UFC 333