The two UFC champions competing at UFC 187 also claimed Performance of the Night bonuses with their victories Saturday night. They also each earned $50,000 for their efforts at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
In the main event, Daniel Cormier claimed the vacant UFC light heavyweight title by submitting Anthony Johnson in the third round via rear naked choke. Cormier, though, had a shaky start as he was dropped with a thunderous overhand right from Johnson. The former Olympic wrestler was able to scramble to his feet and claim the occasional front head lock or even a cradle, but it was Johnson who did all the significant damage.