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Daniel Cormier: UFC Event Will Outshine Netflix's MMA Card

3/20/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Daniel Cormier, a UFC legend, asserts the UFC White House event will surpass Netflix's first MMA card headlined by Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano on May 16.
He notes that Netflix's card features stars such as Francis Ngannou and Nate Diaz.
Cormier emphasizes the UFC lineup is superior and that UFC remains the premier promotion.
Despite UFC strength, Netflix is expected to draw record viewership because of its platform.

History

Historical Context

The UFC's rise began in 2005 with "The Ultimate Fighter," which significantly boosted its popularity after the historic Griffin vs. Bonnar fight. By 2016, UFC 198 set a record with 45,000 attendees in Brazil, showcasing the sport's growth. As of 2021, the UFC faces competition from streaming platforms like Netflix, which had 232 million subscribers, altering how audiences engage with combat sports.

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Story summary

Daniel Cormier, a UFC legend, asserts the UFC White House event will surpass Netflix's first MMA card headlined by Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano on May 16.
He notes that Netflix's card features stars such as Francis Ngannou and Nate Diaz.
Cormier emphasizes the UFC lineup is superior and that UFC remains the premier promotion.
Despite UFC strength, Netflix is expected to draw record viewership because of its platform.

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