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Jon Jones Says He Accepted Charity Grappling Match With Daniel Cormier

The potential third meeting in their rivalry lacks a date, venue or outside confirmation, keeping the matchup in a developing stage.

Overview

  • Jones stated on social media that he agreed to a charity grappling bout with Cormier, writing, “I said absolutely… 3-0.”
  • Coverage characterizes the proposal as a grappling match rather than an MMA fight.
  • Reports include no announced promoter, timeline or location, and do not cite confirmation from Cormier or organizers.
  • Jones beat Cormier by decision at UFC 182, and his 2017 knockout at UFC 214 was later overturned to a no contest after a positive drug test.
  • Jones recently vacated the UFC heavyweight title after announcing retirement and has pursued non-MMA options, including past success in Submission Underground where he submitted Dan Henderson in 2016.