The long-standing debate of who would win in a street fight between an MMA fighter and a boxer continues to divide opinions. MMA fighters are often favored for their versatile combat skills, while boxers are praised for their brutal striking power. The question remains unanswered, but UFC star Chase Hooper recently shared his opinion, backing Daniel Cormier to defeat Mike Tyson in a street fight.
A tweet is spreading like wildfire on X, claiming that Daniel Cormier believes he would beat Mike Tyson in a street fight. MMA-centric page Dovy quickly responded, stating that Cormier would win 99.9% of the time. As many fans pushed back against this opinion, UFC star Chase Hooper defended MMA, arguing that Cormier’s wrestling skills and ability to execute a takedown would give him the decisive advantage over Tyson.
Chase Hooper pointed out that those who think Mike Tyson would defeat the former UFC champ in a street fight are likely the same people who believed Iron Mike could outbox Jake Paul at 58. Hooper emphasized that while Cormier might take some damage, a single takedown would end the fight, giving him the clear advantage. In his words, “Now DC might lose an ear, but one takedown and it’s over.”
The people that think that Mike would beat DC in a street fight are the same ones who thought he’d outbox Jake Paul at 58 years old. Now DC might lose an ear, but one takedown and it’s over https://t.co/DTXWP15Bxx
— Chase Hooper (@chase_hooper) January 7, 2025
This has generated a new debate about who is more brutal—MMA fighters or boxers. Fans and analysts alike are once again divided on which combat sport holds the edge when it comes to sheer aggression and effectiveness in a street fight.
Daniel Cormier Impressed With Jon Jones’ UFC Longevity
On the ‘DC & RC’ podcast, Cormier couldn’t believe Jones’ incredible longevity. Ryan Clark pointed out that Jones began his career when legends like Randy Couture and Chuck Liddell were still fighting, and now he’s still a champion while new stars like Tom Aspinall and Alex Pereira are dominating. Cormier was in disbelief, amazed by how Jones had stayed on top for so long.
It seems Jon Jones is nearing the end of his career, with just one or two fights left in him. Having accomplished everything he set out to do, there’s nothing more to prove. Now, it’s all about giving fans the fights they want and satisfying their own hunger for the sport.
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