Anthony Johnson calls out Daniel Cormier; ‘DC’ says ‘Rumble’ can ‘get it again’ at UFC 207

Anthony Johnson is done sitting on his hands. He wants a title shot in November, and he wants everyone to know it.

On Thursday, “Rumble” posted a clear and concise message to Daniel Cormier and the UFC on Facebook: He wants a chance at the light heavyweight belt at UFC 205 in New York.

“To headline the the event in Maddison Square Garden is a once in a lifetime opportunity,” Johnson wrote. “Let’s do it! Balls in your court Daniel Enough of this waiting game that you or UFC is playing!”

Cormier was quick to respond on Twitter, telling Johnson that New York is probably out, but UFC 207 on Dec. 30 in Las Vegas is in play.

u deserve shot. I’m not waiting! Sorry bud NYC won’t happen. But you can get it again Dec 30th. #downgoesrumble https://t.co/QdZeOFtiHk

— Daniel Cormier (@dc_mma) September 15, 2016

A main event for UFC 205 has yet to be announced, but MMA Fighting’s Ariel Helwani has reported that the top choice is a lightweight title fight between champion Eddie Alvarez and challenge Conor McGregor, the UFC featherweight champ. UFC president Dana White has said that he’s …

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