Cormier out of UFC 197 bout with Jones
Today the UFC 197 card took a big hit when it was revealed that Daniel Cormier was forced to withdraw from his main event title fight Jon Jones.
Today the UFC 197 card took a big hit when it was revealed that Daniel Cormier was forced to withdraw from his main event title fight Jon Jones:
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A highly anticipated light heavyweight title rematch between Daniel Cormier and Jon Jones at UFC 197 later this month is off, as Cormier has been forced to pull out with a leg injury.
Sources confirmed the development to ESPN.com on Friday, following an initial report by BJPenn.com. UFC officials have not yet commented on Cormier’s withdrawal or indicated whether Jones will remain on the April 23 card in Las Vegas.
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