Daniel Cormier on Brock Lesnar's WWE Deal, Herschel Walker's Intensity, and Toughest Opponents

Brock Lesnar's WWE Deal

• 💰 Brock Lesnar was reportedly paid $6-10 million annually by WWE.
• 💡 Daniel Cormier claims WWE paid Lesnar to return, preventing a fight between them.
• 🎯 Cormier asserts he was beating Lesnar in their potential fight and it would have been one of his safest.

Cormier's Fight Strategy Against Lesnar

• 🧠 Cormier analyzed Lesnar's reactions to punches and his wrestling defense.
• ⚡ He believed Lesnar would struggle to secure takedowns against him and would be exhausted if he did.
• 💥 Cormier cited Kane's ability to take Lesnar down and then strike him as a tactical example.

Herschel Walker's Intense Persona

• 🚀 Herschel Walker is described as one of the greatest athletes, incredibly strong but very stiff with limited flexibility.
• ⚠️ Walker exhibited extreme intensity, talking about killing opponents to hype himself up before fights.
• 🏆 Despite being over 40 and retired, Walker won a fight in Strike Force, showcasing his unique mental preparation.

The Reality of Professional Wrestling

• 🤕 While scripted, professional wrestling involves significant physical pain from falls and running the ropes.
• 🩹 Wrestlers often suffer long-term physical breakdowns, similar to football players.

Toughest Opponents and Fighters

• 💥 Derrick Lewis is known for his knockout power, aiming to end fights with one punch.
• 👊 Cormier submitted Lewis, knowing Lewis lacked wrestling skills and would tire if the fight went long.
• 🤯 Dan Henderson is cited as the hardest puncher Cormier faced, even knocking out one of his teeth from a close-range strike.