LAS VEGAS — There is no turning back for Daniel Cormier.
Repeatedly during a 45-minute news conference at Apex on Thursday, Cormier reiterated his plan to retire after his rubber match with heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic.
Regardless of how the bout turns out Saturday, Cormier’s had a career that had to exceed even his wildest expectations. He’s 22-2 with a no-contest and has wins over a long list of elite opponents.
The promotion for UFC 252 has been almost like a celebration of Cormier’s career and his ever-growing impact upon the sport.