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“That’s Dope for DC”: MMA Fans Left Jaw-dropped as Retired UFC Legend Daniel Cormier Set to Make WWE Debut at Extreme Rules

Published 10/02/2022, 7:30 AM EDT

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It seems the barrier between WWE and UFC is getting shortened every year. In the past few years after Brock Lesnar, we saw two former UFC fighters become WWE superstars, i.e. Matt Riddle, Shayna Baszler as a full timer stars and Cain Velasquez for one match. Similarly, former UFC Heavyweight and Light Heavyweight Champion, Daniel Cormier, is set to make his WWE debut.

A few hours ago, WWE shared the news of Daniel Cormier debuting in the company, but not for having a match. DC will be the special guest referee at Extreme Rules next Saturday for the match between Seth Rollins vs Matt Riddle in Fight Pit Match.

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The match between ‘The Visionary’ and ‘The Universal Bro’ had already excited the fans. However, the addition of the UFC Hall of Famer as the referee has now got the eyes of the MMA fans as well. 

Moreover, renowned MMA journalist Ariel Helwani shared a post on his Facebook page. With the news, he wrote, “No, seriously. It’s really happening. Oct. 8. Incredible.”

Many MMA fans shared their reactions to the news in the comments section. It seems Triple H calling Cormier to be the special guest referee is already a successful move.

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Fans react to Daniel Cormier appearing at WWE Extreme Rules

DC has been a WWE fan for a long a time and he has always been vocal about it. The fans are happy to watch Cormier appear in WWE next Saturday at Extreme Rules even though he will be a match official.

Dee Jae said, “That’s dope for DC. i know he’s a wrestling fan, that has to be a dream”

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Jerry Coveau wrote, “I love it, this will lead to the dc becoming a heel. He loves wrestling.”

Vavega Ben Sounoa, “Why Not… #DC is a Huge WWE/Wrestling fan 🙌”

Fans already suspect DC will have some action in the match.

Callum Moulstone said, “Dc via eye poke. I hope DC shows them how eye poked are done 😂”

David Lawee said, “🤣🤣🤣🤣 i might watch JUST for DC💯🤣 i already know something gonna happen”

TJ Ltza said, “When you ref in wwe your obviously going to be wrestling”

The last thing fans say is, ‘Where is Brock Lesnar’?

Juan Carlos Alvarado Vanegas says, “I smell DC wanting to get into that action soon. Where’s Brock ?!?!?!”

Cory Beck said, “Dc vs Brock might happen now?”

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Moreover, the show has just become more interesting!

Jay Thomas said, “your favourite is in wrestling now!”

Joshua Lloyd, “At least DC is a legit wrestler. And it’s all for fuckin fun. Enjoy that shit. I dont follow it anymore. And I’ll never disrespect the art of the show. Cause they still put their bodies and health on the line and entertain tons of people.”

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Tushar Deogharkar

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Tushar Deogharkar is a WWE writer at EssentiallySports. Tushar has done his Master's in Tourism Management and is an ardent fan of pro wrestling. He follows WWE and AEW very closely and wants to learn how the promotions are run.
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Tony Thomas