Daniel Cormier questions Usman Nurmagomedov's UFC readiness
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 7:09 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026

In a recent discussion, Daniel Cormier commented on Usman Nurmagomedov's potential challenges in the UFC following his victory over Archie Colgan at PFL New York. Nurmagomedov, who is undefeated at 22-0, is now a free agent and has attracted interest from UFC CEO Dana White. While Cormier acknowledged Nurmagomedov’s talent, he stressed the difference between competing in the PFL and facing elite UFC contenders., Ali Abdelaziz has made strong predictions about Nurmagomedov's ability to dominate top fighters, leaving out his own client, Justin Gaethje. Cormier intends to address this directly with Abdelaziz, emphasizing the strength of UFC fighters.
- •Usman Nurmagomedov is undefeated at 22-0 and a free agent.
- •He recently finished Archie Colgan in the PFL.
- •Daniel Cormier questions Abdelaziz's claim of Nurmagomedov dominating UFC elite.
- •UFC CEO Dana White expressed interest in signing Nurmagomedov.
- •Cormier believes UFC fighters present a different challenge.
- 10:50 PMYahoo Sports — Daniel Cormier calls out Usman Nurmagomedov's manager for 'absolutely crazy' claim
- 7:09 AMYahoo Sports — Former UFC champ-champ taps the brakes on Usman Nurmagomedov hype
"Daniel Cormier wants Ali Abdelaziz to pump the brakes on PFL champion Usman Nurmagomedov's chances against top UFC lightweights.
"Daniel Cormier believes Ali Abdelaziz may be getting carried away with his assessment of Usman Nurmagomedov.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 11, 2026, 10:50 PMDaniel Cormier calls out Usman Nurmagomedov's manager for 'absolutely crazy' claim
Daniel Cormier wants Ali Abdelaziz to pump the brakes on PFL champion Usman Nurmagomedov's chances against top UFC lightweights.
- Yahoo SportsAug 11, 2026, 7:09 AMFormer UFC champ-champ taps the brakes on Usman Nurmagomedov hype
Daniel Cormier believes Ali Abdelaziz may be getting carried away with his assessment of Usman Nurmagomedov.
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