LAS VEGAS – Jon Jones is happy to fight the UFC heavyweight champion after recording another light heavyweight title defense at UFC 239, but he reiterated that the money will have to be right. One of the most desired fights UFC fans want to see is a third matchup between Jones (25-1 MMA, 19-1 UFC) and his longtime rival Daniel Cormier (22-1 MMA, 11-1 UFC). After defeating Thiago Santos (21-7 MMA, 13-6 UFC) by split decision on Saturday at T-Mobile Arena, the time may finally be right. Jones did his part, and if Cormier can defend his heavyweight belt against Stipe Miocic (18-3 MMA, 11-2 UFC) at UFC 241 in August, “Bones” said he’s on board to make the fight happen so long as the terms are right . “Absolutely (I would fight Cormier again),” Jones told reporters, including MMA Junkie, postfight at UFC 239. “Me and Daniel, we’re both speaking the same thing

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Jon Jones ‘absolutely’ willing to fight Daniel Cormier-Stipe Miocic winner – MMA Junkie

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