Former UFC heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier suffered a devastating loss this past Saturday night at UFC 241 to Stipe Miocic, costing him the belt he entered the Honda Center in Anaheim, California wearing.
Cormier, also a former UFC light heavyweight champion, has pondered retirement for several months now. But, “DC” stated on social media that he “will decide what I am gonna do now, and as soon as I decide you will all know right away.” Related: Daniel Cormier’s Future Plans Should Include WWE Run
The ex-U.S. Olympic wrestler also used Instagram to “stress the disappointment” in his loss. Cormier was well on his way to securing a title defense after three rounds, picking Miocic apart for the better part of the 15 minutes. However, in the fourth, he was rattled with shots to the body before being dropped. Related: UFC 241 Results: Stipe Miocic Stuns Daniel Cormier, Nate Diaz Returns With Decision Victory Over Anthony Pettis
Daniel Cormier’s Instagram Post
“It’s been a couple of days and I can’t stress the disappointment, I am so sorry to all I have let down,” Cormier wrote on Instagram. “To my wife and kids I am so sorry you guys had to experience that, I never wanted y’all to see that and the hurt you guys showed breaks my heart every time I think about it.
“My coaches I am sorry, i appreciate the work and time you’ve spent with me. My fans, thank you guys for all the love and support you have guided me to all these amazing accomplishments.
“Stipe Miocic and his team, congratulations on a tremendous victory, you showed so much heart and grit, you are the definition of Cleveland tough. (Dana White) and all at the (UFC) thank you all for everything you have done for me and my family. This has been the most amazing journey, I will decide what I am gonna do now, and as soon as I decide you will all know right away. I love you all. DC.” Related: Daniel Cormier Explains What Went Wrong Vs. Stipe Miocic
Cormier is a future UFC Hall of Famer, having won multiple titles and with victories over some of the top fighters in MMA over the past 10 years. His two bouts with Jon Jones are legendary, and his run in the heavyweight division placed him on the short list of being the greatest of all-time.
Related: UFC 241 Video Recap: Stipe Miocic, Daniel Cormier, Nate Diaz