After provocations, Cormier reacts to Jon Jones' possible return: 'Stop playing with emotions'

Jones (right) and Cormier (left) are open enemies. Photo: Reproduction/UFC

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The rivalry between Daniel Cormier e Jon Jones gained a new chapter after the former UFC light heavyweight (up to 120,2 kg) and heavyweight (up to 120,2 kg) champion reacted to recent provocations from his former opponent. On his official YouTube channel, 'DC' expressed frustration with the American's constant insinuations of a return to the octagon.

"Why are you playing with people's emotions? Don't go around playing with our emotions... You either fight, or you walk out the door," Cormier said on his YouTube channel.

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Cormier's statement comes amid speculation about a possible return of Jon Jones, who recently indicated interest in facing the interim heavyweight champion, Tom aspinall, in a historic event planned for the White House in 2026.

The rivalry between the two is marked by intense confrontations inside and outside the octagon. Jon Jones He admitted that his fight against Cormier was the only one in his career fueled by negative emotions. He also revealed that the hatred motivated him to train even harder to win.

With Bones' return to action, expectations are that he will face Aspinall in a heavyweight title fight. Cormier, for his part, remains critical, stating that Jones must decide whether to truly return or step away from the sport.