Filed under: Featured Videos , News , UFC , Videos Make no mistake about it: By giving Jon Jones the option to either rematch UFC light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier or first take a tune-up fight, UFC President Dana White has created a dilemma for “Bones.” Jones, the former champion, is eligible to return from his year-long drug suspension after the first week in July. White said if he feels ready, then Jones (22-1 MMA, 16-1 UFC) will get Cormier (19-1 MMA, 8-1 UFC) at UFC 214. Cormier said he’ll be ready to fight either Jones or Jimi Manuwa (17-2 MMA, 6-2 UFC) at the July 29 pay-per-view event in Anaheim, Calif. Ultimately, though, it’s up to Jones. Related 'Mike Tyson of the division' Jimi Manuwa insists Jon Jones needs tune-up before UFC title shot So what should he do? Ease his way back in and shake off the rust

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Should Jon Jones take a warm-up bout or go right after Daniel Cormier? UFC fighters weigh in – MMA Junkie

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