Daniel Cormier vs Stipe Miocic — Fight recap

Stipe Miocic retained his heavyweight title via unanimous decision over Daniel Cormier on August 15, 2020, in a five-round battle that saw the champion reassert his dominance in their trilogy. Miocic landed 115 significant strikes at 61% accuracy compared to Cormier's 105 at 57%, while controlling the octagon for 5:52 to Cormier's 0:53.

The former two-division champion attempted to establish his wrestling early, converting one of two takedown attempts, but Miocic's defensive wrestling proved impenetrable as he stuffed all six of Cormier's attempts. Miocic scored a knockdown in the bout and showcased superior body work, landing 31 of 34 body strikes versus Cormier's 11 of 24.

The decision cemented Miocic's status as the heavyweight division's premier striker and grappler, while raising questions about Cormier's future at heavyweight and whether a move back to light heavyweight remained viable.