5 most memorable moments after a UFC championship fight

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Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 229
Khabib Nurmagomedov at UFC 229

#4. UFC 226: Brock Lesnar shoves Daniel Cormier inside the octagon

In what marked a historic turn of events at UFC 226, Daniel Cormier was crowned heavyweight champion after knocking Stipe Miocic out and usurping his throne.

What followed 'DC's coronation was something right out of WWE's book. The freshly minted heavyweight champion called Brock Lesnar out to enter the cage in his post-fight speech.

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Lesnar, who was never one to take threats lightly, was only happy to oblige. The two subsequently indulged in a bit of a push around that caused a slight stir before they broke apart.

Dana White subsequently revealed that a fight between Daniel Cormier and Brock Lesnar was on the UFC's agenda. The WWE star was looking to find his way back out of retirement.

Although that fight never materialized, the scuffle between the two heavyweight behemoths made for some excellent television.


#3. UFC 165: Jon Jones with Alexander Gustafsson in the hospital

Both Jon Jones and Alexander Gustafsson put on a barnburner in their light heavyweight main event at UFC 165 back in September 2013.

Although Jon Jones walked away with a decision win, Gustafsson was widely hailed for his performance. So much so that their clash was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame earlier this year.

The two fighters indulged in an unending back and forth that landed them in the hospital. However, they shared no ill will towards each other.

The same was evident in the way they greeted each other at the hospital and posed for pictures as. Gustafsson posted a picture he took with Jones on social media.

"Didnt go my way last nite but ill be back stronger thats a promise!!! Wanna thanks all my fans u r amazing!!! Had a great time in Toronto," wrote Alexander Gustafsson on Facebook.

Although Jones walked away with the win, he was the one looking worse for wear. In addition to his title, Jones exited the bout with a series of welts, a busted nose and a swollen lip.

Both Jon Jones and Alexander Gustafsson missed the post-fight press conference as they were being treated for their injuries at the hospital where they bumped into each other.

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