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Jon Jones Makes Unexpected Daniel Cormier Confession Amid Rematch Speculation

As fate would have it, Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier are once again set to cross paths—this time as opposing coaches at the AFL. But the dynamic doesn’t have to be sour despite their scalding beef over the years.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 6

Gable Steveson advised to part ways with mentor Jon Jones… ‘He’s not the GOAT’

MMA’s biggest prospect is being guided by arguably the greatest UFC fighter of all time. Jon Jones said coaching Gable Steveson feels like ‘cheating’ due to the incredibly exciting 25-year-old being a ‘human cheat code’.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / January 6

Jon Jones set to face Daniel Cormier as MMA return draws near

Hoping to return to the sport after unretiring, Jon Jones has finally gotten his wish, though not in the way he would have thought. Competing against the biggest rival of his career, Jones will headline an MMA reality show alongside Daniel Cormier.

Jon Jones News / HITC / January 6

Daniel Cormier reignites Jon Jones rivalry with fierce response to trilogy talk

We are now in 2026, and the rivalry between Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier is still rumbling on. This long-running feud, which began inside the UFC Octagon back in 2015, remains one of the sport’s most memorable.

Jon Jones News / EssentiallySports / January 6

Daniel Cormier Promises Jon Jones Trilogy, It Has Nothing to Do With Russian TUF Announcement

The public has long demanded that Jon Jones face Tom Aspinall. While the undefeated former champion has failed to deliver and continues to avoid that matchup, Jones is instead set to return to competition to square off against another familiar rival, Daniel Cormier, later this year.

Jon Jones News / Bloody Elbow / January 5

Daniel Cormier threatens to ‘kick Jon Jones’ ass’ in real rematch following ‘Jones vs Cormier 3’ announcement

The year is 2026, and somehow the long rivalry between Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier brews on. Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier first met in the UFC Octagon back in 2015, and that sparked the beginning of one of the most bitter rivalries in combat sports history.

MMA News / MyMMANews / January 5

Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier set to coach Russian reality show

Former UFC heavyweight and light heavyweight champions Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier will coach opposite The post Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier set to coach Russian reality show first appeared on My MMA News.

MMA News / HITC / January 5

Joe Rogan explains the skill that sets Jon Jones apart as UFC’s GOAT

Joe Rogan believes he understands what sets Jon Jones apart from his competition inside the Octagon. Former heavyweight and light heavyweight champion, ‘Bones’ is frequently mentioned in conversations about the greatest MMA fighters of all time.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / January 4

Conor McGregor Wields More Power in UFC Than Jon Jones and Alex Pereira, Claims Insider

Conor McGregor, holding the status of MMA’s biggest star, isn’t really a mystery to anyone. What is surprising, though, is how ‘The Notorious’ managed to keep that aura intact despite being inactive for over five years.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 4

Joe Rogan says this ‘big’ skill separates UFC GOAT Jon Jones from other fighters

Joe Rogan thinks he knows what gives Jon Jones his clearest advantage inside the Octagon. The former UFC heavyweight and light heavyweight champion is widely seen as the leading contender for GOAT status in mixed martial arts.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / January 3

Alex Pereira told one win would make him the UFC GOAT in 2026 — but it’s not against Jon Jones

A UFC legend thinks one Alex Pereira fight could end the GOAT debate this year. The Brazilian star has enjoyed a rapid rise to stardom and success in the UFC since crossing over to mixed martial arts following two-division glory in the kickboxing realm.

MMA News / HITC / January 3

Joe Rogan warns UFC fighters to avoid ‘giant mistake’ by following Jon Jones’ mindset

Joe Rogan reckons more fighters should take a page out of Jon Jones’ playbook when it comes to how they handle themselves. Jon Jones, the former UFC heavyweight and light heavyweight champion, is often mentioned in the GOAT conversation.

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Gable Steveson Pinpoints Moment He Realized Jon Jones Is 'Unstoppable'

Despite announcing his retirement back in June of last year, Jon Jones‘ name was swiftly in the mix when people were talking about the potential fight card for the UFC White House event.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 31

Jon Jones’ former rivals set to meet in first reported matchup for UFC 327 in Miami

Two staples of the UFC’s light heavyweight division will collide for the first time. Joe Rogan has urged Dana White to book Jon Jones’s return for the White House event that will take place on June 14.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 29

Daniel Cormier reveals what he’d do differently against Jon Jones if he could relive their rematch

Daniel Cormier believes he was the root of his own downfall. Not many UFC fighters have been involved in rivalries as heated as Cormier’s feud with Jon Jones.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 28

Daniel Cormier is open to facing Jon Jones in one ruleset but instantly shut down another ex-UFC foe

‘DC’ wouldn’t turn down the idea of a return as long as he wasn’t booked against one opponent. As evident by their recent back and forth comments, the rivalry between Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier hasn’t gone anywhere.

MMA News / HITC / December 28

The UFC legend Jon Jones says hit him harder than anyone else

Many consider Jon Jones to be the greatest MMA fighter of all time. The legendary career of the former UFC light heavyweight and heavyweight champion is nearing its conclusion.

MMA News / Scoop B / December 27

The Thin Blue Line of the Octagon: Why Jon Jones’ 2017 'Police Officer' Revelation Still Haunts in 2025

When I interviewed Jon “Bones” Jones for Respect Mag in August 2017, he was riding a complex wave of redemption. He had just defeated Daniel Cormier at UFC 214 to reclaim his Light Heavyweight title (a result later overturned), and he was opening up about his life outside the cage.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 22

Daniel Cormier Pushes for Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira at the UFC White House Event: 'That’s Low-Hanging Fruit'

The UFC’s historic White House event is still six months away, but the card’s biggest potential matchup might already be slipping through the promotion’s fingers and Daniel Cormier isn’t thrilled about it.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / December 17

UFC legend flames Jon Jones, 'not very bright' over UFC White House event

Jon Jones has been angling for a place on the White House event since its announcement earlier this year. Despite many believing him to be a shoo-in for a spot, one UFC legend isn't so certain.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / December 2

Jon Jones Uses Khabib's Name to Reignite Beef with Daniel Cormier

The bitter, decade-long feud between UFC legends Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier has once again exploded onto social media. The latest chapter began over

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / November 29

Jon Jones Hits Back At Daniel Cormier’s Comments

Jon Jones continued his feud with Daniel Cormier after the latter criticized Jones for appearing to spend Thanks Giving without his family. This was after Cormier commented on a clip, which showed Jones spending time in Russia.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / November 25

Jon Jones Vs. Daniel Cormier Rematch Teased in Surprise Trilogy Match

The rivalry between Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier is one of the most personal and heated conflicts in MMA history. Their deeply personal insults during press conferences, out-of-cage brawls, and genuine dislike of each other live in infamy as they defined an era for the UFC light heavyweight division.