Cormier Seeks Jones Wrestling Match as RAF Says It Could Happen
Stephen Buchanan's RAF 5 callout sharpened interest, with Jones still committed to a UFC title defense.
Overview
- Daniel Cormier publicly proposed a wrestling rematch with Jon Jones under the Real American Freestyle banner.
- RAF co-founder Chad Bronstein said the bout is feasible given ties through Ben Askren and Izzy Martinez and noted the UFC has approved many athletes to wrestle for RAF.
- Stephen Buchanan dominated Yoel Romero 10-0 at RAF 5 and used his post-match moment to invite Jones to share the mats.
- Jones escalated the rivalry in recent interviews, saying he pushed Cormier out of GOAT talks and suggesting Gable Steveson could surpass Cormier’s heavyweight legacy.
- No wrestling match is scheduled, and Jones remains focused on a planned UFC heavyweight title defense against Stipe Miocic later this year.