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Cormier Says Jones Orchestrated Hip-Arthritis ‘Leak,’ Casts Doubt on UFC Return

He points to the Meta glasses’ recording light as evidence Jon Jones knew he was being filmed.

Overview

  • Jon Jones has confirmed severe arthritis in his left hip and says he already qualifies for a hip replacement.
  • A fan-recorded clip from a Dirty Boxing event in Houston captured Jones discussing the condition; Jones says it was filmed without his consent using Meta smart glasses.
  • Daniel Cormier accuses Jones of intentionally making the diagnosis public and says the video convinced him Jones "doesn't have anything left."
  • Cormier has ruled out their proposed Real American Freestyle wrestling match, citing Jones’ stated hip issues.
  • Jones has pushed to fight on the June 14 UFC White House card, though Dana White pegged his chances at "a billion to one" and Jones has also said he "could be done."