It’s easy to make cliché, hyperbolic statements about Donald Cerrone’s career, but it’s equally difficult to avoid. In his 14-year mixed martial arts career, he has truly seen it all. He’s gone on eight-fight winning streaks and three-fight skids. He has earned the most wins in UFC history and earned the most Performances Bonuses. He won twice in 15 days, and he had a 14-month stretch between wins.
His stature at the top of the sport earns Cerrone almost universal respect, but at 37 years old, his legendary longevity breeds question marks about motivation. After the birth of his son, Dacson Danger Cerrone, “Cowboy” seemed to find a groove, fast-tracking him to a second UFC title shot.