Daniel Cormier on Jon Jones's Arthritis, Career Future, and Gaethje vs. Topuria

Jon Jones's Health and Career Outlook

• 💡 Jon Jones recently revealed he has severe arthritis and is facing hip surgery, leading to speculation about his fighting future.
• 🧠 Daniel Cormier believes Jones's body is breaking down from a long career in combat sports, impacting his athletic ability.
• ⚠️ Cormier now thinks a wrestling match between them is impossible, as Jones's body wouldn't withstand the training.
• ⏳ Cormier predicts the end of Jon Jones's fighting career is imminent, observing Jones's apparent acceptance of this reality.

The Controversial Video and Intent

• 🎥 Jones's arthritis revelation came from a video filmed with Meta glasses at a bare-knuckle fighting event.
• 🔍 Cormier expresses skepticism about Jones's claim of being unaware of being filmed, citing the visible white light indicator on Meta glasses during recording.
• 🎯 Cormier suggests Jones intentionally leaked the information about his injuries, using an influencer to spread the news while feigning ignorance.

Gaethje vs. Topuria at the White House

• 🥊 Daniel Cormier discusses the potential Justin Gaethje vs. Ilia Topuria fight, which he believes is the right matchup.
• 🏛️ He speculates this fight could headline an event at the White House around Fourth of July weekend.
• ✅ Cormier views this as a "no-lose situation" for the UFC, especially with American champion Justin Gaethje holding a title.