Daniel Cormier, a respected figure in the MMA world, believes that Jon Jones should consider facing Alex Pereira if he successfully defeats Stipe Miocic. Jones, often regarded as one of the greatest mixed martial artists of all time, is currently the UFC heavyweight champion. However, at 36 years old, he’s approaching the twilight of his career. Last year, Jones hinted at retirement after his fight against Miocic, which is rumored to take place at UFC 309 in New York.
Meanwhile, Alex “Poatan” Pereira made a strong statement during UFC 303 by dominating Jiri Prochazka in their light heavyweight title rematch. The Brazilian fighter expressed his desire to move up to the heavyweight division. Jones took notice of Pereira’s performance and acknowledged the exciting options available to him.
Daniel Cormier Suggests Jon Jones To Fight Alex Pereira
Cormier suggests that Jon Jones should fight Stipe Miocic, secure a victory, and then call out the UFC to make the Pereira matchup happen. Why? Because a Jones vs. Pereira bout would be a massive payday. Cormier believes it has all the makings of a pay-per-view blockbuster. While Jones may be intrigued by other options, this potential clash could capture fans’ imaginations.
However, Cormier and his co-host Ben Askren also recognize that Jones poses a nightmare matchup for Pereira. Jon Jones, with his well-rounded skill set, is a formidable opponent. Pereira, primarily a kickboxer, lacks the grappling prowess needed to handle Jones. In a similar vein, Jones previously submitted Ciryl Gane in under half a round during their heavyweight title showdown.
Cormier’s advice to Jones is clear: Beat Miocic, call out Pereira, and potentially create a memorable showdown that fans won’t want to miss. Whether Jones takes this advice remains to be seen, but the prospect of Jones vs. Pereira is undeniably intriguing.
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