Daniel Cormier is the reigning light heavyweight and heavyweight champion of the world, and on November 3 he will defend the heavyweight strap against Derrick Lewis.
But is it the right decision?
The UFC desperately needed a headlining bout for their return visit to Madison Square Garden, but Cormier has many potential bouts that would be bigger than the clash with Lewis. Especially on such short notice. Should Cormier have waited? Is taking the fight actually the right move with so many questions surrounding Brock Lesnar?
With the help of Steven Rondina, we examine those questions.