However, in a recent conversation with MMAFighting, Cormier indicated that he doesn’t necessarily feel a third fight with Jones is necessary, stating that his legacy is already secured in the UFC…
In case you didn’t know…
On the previous occasions that Jones and Cormier have crossed paths, the fight has been held in the light heavyweight division and Jones has walked out victorious (although their match up at UFC214 was later declared a No Contest).
The heart of the matter…
Cormier had initially intended to retire in May of this year after his 40th birthday, however, he has been tempted to stick around to defend his belt against Stipe Miocic later this month. Seemingly all thoughts of retirement have been put on ice.
Jones and Cormier have a long standing and bitter rivalry. One might assume that Cormier’s recent comments are intended to get under Jones’ skin as much as they supposed to be taken literally.
What’s next?
Daniel Cormier will defend his heavyweight belt against Stipe Miocic on August 17th at UFC 241. What happens after that remains a mystery, but you can bet Dana White will be rubbing his hands together at the potential monetary gains from a final instalment in the Jones – Cormier trilogy.
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