Cormier is the lineal light heavyweight champion. Photo: Disclosure
The more discreet performance of Jon Jones before Ovince St Preux at UFC 197 divided opinions among fans and made many wonder what would have happened if the former champion had faced Daniel Cormier instead of OSP. Cormier himself commented on his rival's performance and, despite praising his return to the octagon, said that the “new version” of Jones would not stand a chance against him.
“He did his job. Many times, most guys can't perform at their best, they lose. They can't do that. So this shows how special Jon is. Having said that, it was very disappointing that I didn't compete tonight because I believe that if he showed the form he had tonight, or if this is the new Jon Jones, there is no way this guy can beat me”, said Cormier, during an appearance on the North American channel “FOX Sports 1”.
Jon Jones e Daniel Cormier They faced each other for the first time in January 2015, with Jones winning in a unanimous decision by the judges. President Dana White recently said that there is a good chance that the rematch between the rivals will be the new main fight of UFC 200, in July.
