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UFC 300 set to feature its commentary A-team for historic fight card in Las Vegas

UFC 300 set to feature its commentary A-team for historic Pay-Per-View event in Las VegasAs the Ultimate Fighting Championship closes in on its massive UFC 300 card in Las Vegas, broadcasting details regarding…

UFC 300 set to feature its commentary A-team for historic Pay-Per-View event in Las Vegas

As the Ultimate Fighting Championship closes in on its massive UFC 300 card in Las Vegas, broadcasting details regarding the historic event are beginning to emerge.

UFC 300 is scheduled to feature 13 epic fights with 12 current or former world champions set to take center stage — none bigger than Alex Pereira who puts his light heavyweight championship on the line against ex-titleholder Jamahal Hill in the 205-pound headliner.

UFC 300

Being touted as the biggest card in the promotion’s 30+ year history, it should come as no surprise that the UFC is busting out its A-team for the impending broadcast. UFC play-by-play man Jon Anik will be at the helm according to a report from MMA Fighting. Joining him will be longtime color commentator Joe Rogan and UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier.

UFC 300 broadcast team

As expected, the “Veteran Voice of the Octagon” Bruce Buffer will handle fighter walkouts and official announcements. Joining the broadcast will be the UFC’s chief roving reporter, Megan Olivi, handling backstage duties. Former fighter Din Thomas will also be on hand to offer up his unique take on the action from time to time.

At the analyst desk will be three-time UFC title challenger Chael Sonnen and top-10 ranked 205’er Anthony ‘Lionheart’ Smith. They will be joined by Boxing icon Teddy Atlas to offer their take on the night’s action.

Chael Sonnen will be part of the UFC 300 broadcast

In addition to UFC 300’s light heavyweight title scrap, fans inside T-Mobile Arena and those watching around the world will also see reigning strawweight champion Zhang Weili put her title on the line in an all-Chinese clash with Yan Xiaonan in the evening’s co-main event.

And in a fight appropriately dubbed as “the people’s main event,” BMF titleholder Justin Gaethje puts his bragging rights belt on the line against former 145-pound king Max Holloway.

Gaethje vs. Holloway at UFC 300

The card for UFC 300 is as follows:

UFC 300 Main card (ESPN+ PPV)

UFC 300 Preliminary card (ESPN/ESPN+)

  • Jiri Prochazka vs. Aleksandar Rakic
  • Aljamain Sterling vs. Calvin Kattar
  • Kayla Harrison vs. Holly Holm
  • Sodiq Yusuff vs. Diego Lopes
  • Jalin Turner vs. Renato Moicano
  • Jessica Andrade vs. Marina Rodriguez
  • Jim Miller vs. Bobby Green
  • Cody Garbrandt vs. Deiveson Figueiredo

UFC star Daniel Cormier quits NCAA wrestling commentary gig amid fan backlash: ‘Guys, I’m out’

Daniel Cormier set to quit NCAA commentary gig amid backlash from fans Guys I'm outAfter being ridiculed online for his NCAA wrestling commentary, Daniel Cormier has decided to hang up the gloves and…

Daniel Cormier set to quit NCAA commentary gig amid backlash from fans Guys I'm out

After being ridiculed online for his NCAA wrestling commentary, Daniel Cormier has decided to hang up the gloves and says he will not be returning in the future to commentate.

A decorated wrestler and former UFC double champion, one would expect Cormier to be a perfect fit as an NCAA wrestling commentator. However, many fans blasted ‘DC’ online for his performance on the mic, and this, combined with other factors, would seemingly be the breaking point for the former double champ.

Daniel Cormier hits out at Nate Diaz over UFC 306 return feud we're not in the same stratosphere
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“DC is painful,” one wrestling fan wrote on the social media site X, formerly known as Twitter. “He has no professionalism on the mic to the point of it being ridiculous.”

Cormier would eventually respond, with not one, but two posts. “You guys have it.” he began. “I am out sorry to ruin your experience! You know I don’t ask to do this. Very important people ask me to do it. Anyhow carry on, my friend, I am out. Back to the minor leagues for me.”

Daniel Cormier Resigns from his NCAA Wrestling Commentary Gig on X, After Being Bashed by Fans

“Guys, I’m out,” Cormier continued. “This will be my last time doing the NCAA tournament. Continue to do things the same way and stay wrestling that hasn’t changed since the 40’s. I told the general public to watch, (and) a guy told me he’d rather tear his eyes out than watch. So enjoy. I’ll finish tonight, and I’m out!”

Another fan chimed in that Daniel Cormier also receives a lot of hate due to his UFC commentary, and he had a slightly different retort, stating that he gets paid a lot to do what he does for the UFC.

A Brief Look at Another Commentator who recently Came under fire

MMA fans seem to never fail to find a commentator to criticize. After the UFC event last Saturday, on March 23rd, a female commentator named Laura Sanko was criticized by a former MMA fighter named Jamie Varner. Varner claimed that Sanko had no idea what she was talking about, as she was never a fighter and needed to “stay in her lane”. However, he ended up making himself look very foolish, as Sanko had not only actually trained before, but she had also fought on the same fight card as Varner back in 2011 for Titan FC.

Jamie Varner Laura Sanko UFC on ESPN 53 tweet 1

Jamie Varner Laura Sanko UFC on ESPN 53 tweet 2

Unlike the Daniel Cormier situation, fans came to Sanko’s aid and defended her honor, blasting Varner for his lackluster career and ignorant comments. Unfortunately, this type of behavior is nothing new for Varner. He last gained notoriety for launching a tirade on Twitter after the Super Bowl, claiming that the NFL was rigged.

Do you think some of the hate that commentators like Daniel Cormier and Laura Sanko receive is unfair?

Daniel Cormier hits back at Nate Diaz amid issue over UFC 306 return: ‘We’re not in the same stratosphere’

Daniel Cormier hits out at Nate Diaz over UFC 306 return feud we're not in the same stratosphereUFC Hall of Fame inductee, Daniel Cormier has hit back at former lightweight title challenger, Nate Diaz amid their…

Daniel Cormier hits out at Nate Diaz over UFC 306 return feud we're not in the same stratosphere

UFC Hall of Fame inductee, Daniel Cormier has hit back at former lightweight title challenger, Nate Diaz amid their ongoing feud over a potential return for the latter at UFC 306 in September – with the ex-duel-weight titleholder claiming Diaz is not in the same “stratosphere”. 

Cormier, a former undisputed heavyweight and light heavyweight gold holder under the promotion’s banner, shared his thoughts on a potential Octagon return in September at the Las Vegas Sphere for a once-off event – billed as UFC 306 during Mexican Independence Day weekend. 

And questioning if The Ultimate Fighter victor should even headline the event amid his interest in featuring at UFC 306 in a return to the promotion, Daniel Cormier revealed he had no interest in seeing Diaz fight in September.

“While the name value is exciting, Nate Diaz the fighter isn’t that guy anymore,” Daniel Cormier said. “He’ll get mad at me, and he might say something to me when i see him. I don’t know, I don’t really care. But we have to tell the truth. This isn’t the guy that beat Conor the first time. Nate has had moments. Against Leon Edwards, he had a moment. But outside of that, he got beat on the whole time.” 

“Will I watch him on the pay-per-view card? Absolutely,” Cormier continued. “But to be the headliner, with all these great fighters that are deserving of that spot? I don’t think so. I don’t need to see that.”

Daniel Cormier hits out at Nate Diaz amid UFC 306 feud

And hitting out at Cormier’s comments, Diaz questioned the fighting ability of the ex-UFC champion, which the former immediately refuted.

“The reality is, one thing we will not do is compare myself to Nate Diaz, because it’s different levels,” Cormier said on his YouTube channel. “Much different. I’m a champion. Two weight classes. I lost three times in my career. Four if you count the fight that was called a no-contest. Four times, two guys. We are on much different wave lengths, we are on much different planets.”

“We are not in the same stratosphere in terms of fighters,” Cormier explained. “We’re not. And it’s time for me to stop allowing people to attack or come at me in these ways when I’m doing my job.”

Daniel Cormier shuts down UFC 306 return fight for Nate Diaz: ‘I don’t need to see that’

Daniel Cormier unsure of UFC 306 fight for Nate Diaz I don't need to see thatFormer two-weight champion, Daniel Cormier claims he has no interest in watching promotional veteran, Nate Diaz making his return…

Daniel Cormier unsure of UFC 306 fight for Nate Diaz I don't need to see that

Former two-weight champion, Daniel Cormier claims he has no interest in watching promotional veteran, Nate Diaz making his return in a main event at UFC 306 in September at the Las Vegas Sphere – claiming he doesn’t “need to see” the Stockton veteran headline the card.

Diaz, a former undisputed lightweight title challenger and Ultimate Fighter victor under the promotion’s banner, has been sidelined from mixed martial arts since he headlined UFC 279 in a reworked clash against former interim lightweight champion, Tony Ferguson.

And bowing out of his Octagon deal off the back of a win, Diaz turned in a stunning fourth round rallying win over the Oxnard veteran, in the form of a guillotine choke success.

Making a professional boxing debut back in August of last year, Stockton veteran, Diaz suffered a decision loss to the outspoken puncher, Jake Paul, which included a pivotal knockdown against him in the twelfth and final frame.

Appearing interested in a slot on a slated UFC 306 card at the Las Vegas Sphere during Mexican Independence Day later this year, Diaz claimed he had no interest in fighting on a monumental UFC 300 card in April anymore.

Daniel Cormier scoffs at UFC 306 fight for Nate Diaz

However, as far as former undisputed heavyweight and light heavyweight champion, Cormier is concerned, Diaz should be nowhere near a headlining tilt on an apparent once-off showcase at the Las Vegas Sphere.

“While the name value is exciting, Nate Diaz the fighter isn’t that guy anymore,” Daniel Cormier said on his YouTube channel. “He’ll get mad at me, and he might say something to me when i see him. I don’t know, I don’t really care. But we have to tell the truth. This isn’t the guy that beat Conor the first time. Nate has had moments. Against Leon Edwards, he had a moment. But outside of that, he got beat on the whole time.” 

“Will I watch him on the pay-per-view card? Absolutely,” Cormier continued. “But to be the headliner, with all these great fighters that are deserving of that spot? I don’t think so. I don’t need to see that.” 

And reacting to Cormier’s comments, Diaz poked fun at the Lafayette native’s initial KO loss to two-fight rival, Jon Jones, before labelling him a “b*tch” on his official X account.

“This b*tch is not a fighter,” Nate Diaz posted. “Complete opposite. Good talk, DC.” 

Would you like to see Nate Diaz feature at UFC 306 in September?

Video – UFC star Jon Jones demonstrates technique used on Daniel Cormier at Bang Tao MMA

Jon Jones Daniel Cormier Bang Tao MMAJon Jones has shared a two-fight rivalry with fellow former two-division titleholder, Daniel Cormier – in one of the…

Jon Jones Daniel Cormier Bang Tao MMA

Jon Jones has shared a two-fight rivalry with fellow former two-division titleholder, Daniel Cormier – in one of the most notorious series in fighting history. Appearing in Phuket, Thailand this week, the Rochester native shared an insight into a sneaky and shrewd technique he utilized in his fight with the Hall of Famer – in the form of a vicious knee to the body.

Jones, a former two-time light heavyweight champion and current heavyweight gold holder, has been sidelined from the Octagon since he landed the vacant heavyweight title with a stunning first-round guillotine choke submission win over Ciryl Gane back in March of last year.

Forced from a title fight with former champion, Stipe Miocic in a slated return in November, Jones suffered a pectoral tendon tear in the weeks ahead of their UFC 295 forcing the cancellation of the showdown in Madison Square Garden.

And traveling to Thailand during his time away from active competition, Jones, who appeared at Bang Tao Muay Thai & MMA – the leading combat sports facility in Phuket, held a seminar for fellow fighters and fans in attendance.

Jon Jones shares sneaky technique used against Daniel Cormier

Gathered in a circle to watch the future Hall of Fame inductee, Jon Jones explained how he used the aggressive, front foot approach of Daniel Cormier against him during their fights – slipping a knee strike up the middle when they “locked horns” and hand-fought.

Hyon Ko of The All Star outlet was at the seminar to capture the moment.

First sharing the Octagon with Lafayette native, Cormier back in 2015, Jon Jones, the then-defending light heavyweight champion handed the latter a decision loss in their first pairing.

Rematching two years later in California, Jones would turn in a blistering high-kick KO win over Cormier to settle their rivalry, before the bout was overturned to an official ‘No Contest’.

Do you expect to see Jon Jones make his comeback later this annum?

Video – Fan gifts crying Daniel Cormier t-shirt to UFC champion Jon Jones during meet and greet

Daniel Cormier after loss to Jon JonesDaniel Cormier is a former two-division world champion and a UFC Hall of Famer. He is undoubtedly one of…

Daniel Cormier after loss to Jon Jones

Daniel Cormier is a former two-division world champion and a UFC Hall of Famer. He is undoubtedly one of the greatest fighters in the history of mixed martial arts.

Unfortunately, one of the things ‘DC’ will also be remembered for is his emotional breakdown following his second career loss to light heavyweight rival Jon Jones at UFC 214 in July 2017.

The video clip has been viewed, shared, and meme’d countless times. Nearly seven years later, the moment continues to be a source of amusement for fight fans and ‘Bones’ himself. During a recent Meet & Greet in Australia, Jon Jones was presented with a t-shirt featuring a screenshot from the infamous post-fight interview, much to the delight of the current heavyweight champ.

Daniel Cormier Reveals Why He Was Crying

A few years later, Cormier clarified why he was so emotional following the third-round knockout loss.

“People talk about me crying after Jon Jones beat me. You know what, I lost, but you know what made me cry after the fight? Bob Cook walked up to me and goes ‘That wasn’t the guy I’ve been training for the three months. I’m very disappointed.’ So, I was disappointed, and I started to cry,” Cormier said during a 2021 episode of ESPN’s DC&RC.

Less than a month after the fight, it was revealed that Jones had been flagged for a potential doping violation by USADA stemming from a test sample that was collected after weigh-ins. On September 13, USADA confirmed that Jones’ “B” sample tested positive for Oral Turinabol, an anabolic steroid. The bout result was changed to a no-contest and the light heavyweight title was returned to Cormier.

Though Cormier expressed interest in a third fight with Jones, ‘DC’ would eventually move on to a memorable feud with heavyweight GOAT Stipe Miocic.