What happened: Jones discussed both matchups hypothetically, framing Pereira for MMA and Cormier for wrestling. Cormier said Jones declined a seven-figure wrestling offer last month.
MMA·ANALYSIS·July 28, 2026 12:10 PM ET
Jones says he would submit Pereira quickly, outwrestle Cormier
A proposed six-minute bout carried a seven-figure offer
Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 281 min read
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