Throughout his career, Anthony Johnson remained a force to reckon with inside the Octagon. Due to his explosive right hand, the former UFC fighter became a fan favorite. However, one of the most remarkable highlights of a cut-short career came against Daniel Cormier at UFC 187.

In the popular podcast, ‘Believe You Me’, Michael Bisping sat down with the ever-present Anthony Smith. In addition, the duo welcomed another UFC star, Darren Till. The trio discussed and touch upon various developments and particularly reflected upon the wild UFC 281 card results. Also, the podcast team discussed the untimely demise of Anthony ‘Rumble’ Johnson.

What did Bisping say about Anthony Johnson cracking DC?

The former UFC champion started the conversation with disbelief about the unfortunate death of ‘Rumble’. Further, the Brit mentioned that he couldn’t still take the saddening news.

Following this, Bisping stated, “38 years old and when you see Anthony Johnson, in his prime, my God, what a force of nature. I mean, I’ll never forget when he cracked DC when they had that fight and DC went flying to the other side of the Octagon.”

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The UFC Hall of Famer alluded to the first fight between the Blackzilians team representative and Daniel Cormier at UFC 187 in 2015 at MGM Grand Garden Arena. While the 23-6 record holder tapped in the third round of the fight, he made Cormier realize why he was called ‘Rumble’.

Later on, the podcast host added that Johnson was a formidable fighter. Also, Bisping pointed out that while ‘Rumble’ didn’t win the championship belt, he was one of the best and was never in a boring fight.

Lastly, the MMA fighter-turned-analyst expressed regret that he didn’t know the light heavyweight fighter too well. While both the noted fighters had a few conversations through Instagram DMs, the Brit couldn’t know him on a more intimate level.

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But, Bisping lauded Johnson as “nicest, sweet“.

Daniel Cormier and Anthony Johnson’s shared UFC history

Significantly, the two light heavyweight giants clashed twice in UFC history. First at UFC 187 and then the second time at UFC 210. Notably, both fights involved the championship belt at stake and DC emerged victorious in both fights. Surprising for the fans, Johnson declared a sudden retirement from MMA after his UFC 210 loss.

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However, after a layoff of 4 years, the fighter returned to the cage but with Bellator’s promotion and remained victorious in his sole Bellator fight.

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