There’s no doubt that few rivalries have been as bitter as Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier’s. Their feud has been so intense that it lasted even after DC retired. Since their fight, the two have barely shared a stage, and even when Jones wins, DC refuses to take his interviews. So it was unexpected when both legends recently shared the screen, with Cormier taking Jones’ interview ahead of the Stipe Miocic fight. It was a rare and surprising interaction, especially after years of animosity and distance.
Ahead of the fight during the UFC 309: Morning Weigh-In Show, Cormier pressed UFC Champ about Miocic bringing up Jones’ kids, saying he saw no issue with it since he’d be fighting him. DC then asked Jones if he likes the animosity before a fight. Jones replied, admitting that it does motivate him, giving the example of how passionate he was during his fights with Cormier because of their feud. The interaction quickly went viral, sparking major discussion online, as it was unexpected from both fighters.
One fan believes Daniel Cormier really hit Jon Jones hard with his question, pointing out the tension between Jones and Aspinall.
One fan believes that DC has finally made peace with Jon Jones and is no longer angry.
Meanwhile, one fan shared a hilarious meme imagining how happy Daniel Cormier would be if Stipe Miocic knocked out Jon Jones.
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One fan posted a GIF of the last time Daniel Cormier and Jon Jones shared the screen together.
On the other hand, one fan believes that Daniel Cormier has been waiting for this opportunity for a long time.
Jon Jones Names Daniel Cormier Most Skilled Opponent He Faced In UFC
With the intense animosity between Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier, no one expected any form of appreciation from either side. However, UFC 309 has brought plenty of surprises. Not only did the two share an unexpected interview, but Jones also praised DC, calling him the most skilled fighter he has ever faced.
Talking about it, Jones on Wednesday’s UFC 309 media day, said, “I think actually Daniel Cormier is probably the most skilled. His Olympic-level wrestling, his dirty boxing, and his boxing. But, Stipe’s beat Daniel Cormier. Stipe, he deserves to be here, man.”
There’s no doubt it will be interesting to see if Daniel Cormier does the post-fight interview if Jon Jones wins. The real question remains: will their rivalry ever truly end? Let’s leave that to time to answer.
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