Jones reveals severe arthritis and hip pain, ruling out Cormier wrestling showdown
TL;DR
Jon Jones says he suffers severe arthritis in his left hip, even qualifying for a hip replacement, and that pain would prevent him from pursuing a wrestling match with Daniel Cormier. He notes his focus on health and family (including his three-year-old son) as he contemplates future fights, with no current UFC schedule announced after his 2024 win over Stipe Miocic.
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