The rivalry between Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier continues to simmer, even after both fighters have stepped away from the octagon. Cormier recently shared his perspective on a direct message exchange between Jones and a fan, suggesting that Jones’ claim of earning $15 million to face Stipe Miocic is a sign of insecurity.
Cormier, speaking on his YouTube channel, dissected the conversation, indicating that he believes Jones wrote the message himself.
He speculated that Jones might feel the need to boast about his earnings to justify his actions, implying that if he’s making that much money, fighting Miocic makes sense financially. However, Cormier also pointed out that Jones’ willingness to engage with fans in such discussions might indicate underlying insecurities.
Meanwhile, Tom Aspinall, the interim heavyweight champion, has voiced his frustration with Jones’ apparent reluctance to face him. Aspinall, who is set to defend his interim title against Curtis Blaydes at UFC 304, accused Jones of playing games and avoiding a potential matchup.
Despite Aspinall’s repeated calls for a fight with Jones, it remains uncertain whether such a bout will materialize, as Jones has hinted at retiring after his planned title defense against Miocic.
The ongoing drama surrounding Jones, Cormier, and Aspinall adds an intriguing layer to the heavyweight division’s narrative, leaving fans eager to see how it unfolds in the coming months.
