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DC's Clarion Call: Is Usman Nurmagomedov Ready for the Big Leagues?

By Team Reign·Aug 17, 2026 • 6:02 PM

Daniel Cormier has publicly encouraged Usman Nurmagomedov to leave Bellator and join the UFC to truly secure his fighting legacy.

The MMA world is buzzing after legendary dual-division champion Daniel Cormier issued a direct challenge to Bellator lightweight kingpin Usman Nurmagomedov. Speaking on his podcast, DC argued that the time for 'legacy' has arrived, urging the undefeated Dagestani prospect to make the high-stakes leap to the UFC. For fantasy managers, this is the ultimate hypothetical matchup scenario. Usman has displayed a terrifying blend of elite wrestling and rapidly evolving striking, maintaining a flawless record that mirrors the dominance of his cousin, Khabib Nurmagomedov. Cormier believes that the only way to solidify a status as a true generational great is to navigate the deepest talent pool in the sport: the UFC lightweight division. While Usman currently reigns supreme under the Bellator banner, the allure of UFC gold and the chance to cement his family name at the pinnacle of combat sports is an irresistible narrative. Whether or not he heeds DC's advice remains to be seen, but the prospect of adding a Nurmagomedov to our UFC fantasy rosters is exactly the kind of excitement our league thrives on. Stay tuned, because if this transition happens, the entire landscape of lightweight rankings will shift overnight.

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