The Herd with Colin Cowherd The Daniel Cormier Show - DC & Ben Askren on ENDING DC vs. Jon Jones BEEF, Pimblett vs. Gaethje, Topuria IS BACK
Jan 22, 2026
Ben Askren, a retired MMA champion known for his wrestling skills and blunt commentary, joins Daniel Cormier for lively banter. They tackle Nate Diaz's reaction to Ben's past comments and discuss the ongoing tension between Cormier and Jon Jones, with Ben urging DC to let it go. The duo dives deep into the exciting chaos of the lightweight division, analyzing fighters like Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje. They even speculate on Conor McGregor's comeback and weigh in on viral AI videos that humorously involve them and other fighters.
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Nate Diaz's Early TKO Memory
- Daniel Cormier and Ben Askren recall Nate Diaz's early career stoppage where Josh Thompson caused a towel throw after a head kick.
- They use the story to discuss Diaz's durability and fight history.
Returning To Mental Clarity
- Ben Askren describes a day he regained full mental clarity after seven months of struggle and cried from relief.
- He compares the feeling to a fight camp click where everything suddenly works again.
Let Rivalry Stop Taking Mental Space
- Ben Askren argues Daniel Cormier should mentally move past his rivalry with Jon Jones to free up headspace.
- He frames ongoing beef as unproductive mental occupation rather than necessary conflict.