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Daniel Cormier and Ryan Spann share hilarious exchange after KO win at UFC Fight Night
April 26, 2026
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Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLCRyan Spann delivered the standout moment at UFC Fight Night, producing the only knockout on the card headlined by Aljamain Sterling and Youssef Zalal.
>The heavyweight stopped BJJ legend Marcos ‘Buchecha’ with a powerful punch, immediately drawing attention for the impressive finish.
>Moments later, Spann added to the entertainment with a humorous exchange alongside Daniel Cormier during his post-fight interview inside the Meta Apex.
Daniel Cormier and Ryan Spann share hilarious exchange after knockoutPhoto by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLCSpann’s focus quickly shifted from his performance to the big screen, where he spotted an image of himself that he did not fully appreciate.
>The 34-year-old said: “Man, I look a little chunky right there. I don’t like that. We gotta fix that”
>Cormier responded instantly, offering a reminder of Spann’s division.
>“Well, you weigh 265 pounds,” the former two-weight champion commented.
>That prompted an immediate comeback from the victorious heavyweight, who replied: “Nothing in there, man. Talk about you.”
Cormier had the final word, saying with confidence: “I look good, man.”
>The exchange drew laughter across the arena, adding a light-hearted moment to a night otherwise defined by Spann’s decisive finish.
Marcos ‘Buchecha’ faces uncertain future after latest defeatThe defeat to Spann leaves ‘Buchecha’ in a difficult position as he continues to search for his first UFC victory.
>Despite arriving with strong expectations due to his elite BJJ pedigree, results have not followed inside the Octagon.
>Since July 2025, the Brazilian heavyweight has fought three times in the promotion, recording two losses and one draw.
>That run has led to growing suggestions that his place on the roster is under serious threat.
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