Here’s a bold statement: Daniel Cormier might be underestimating Jon Jones’ wrestling prowess, and Kamaru Usman is here to set the record straight. But here’s where it gets controversial—while Cormier, a two-time Olympian, confidently claims he’d dominate Jones 10-0 in a freestyle wrestling match, Usman isn’t buying it. In a recent episode of his Pound 4 Pound podcast, Usman argued that Jones’ lack of Division-I accolades doesn’t tell the full story. And this is the part most people miss—Usman believes Jones could’ve been a multiple-time Division-I champion, citing his freakish athletic talent and dominance in wrestling exchanges during their MMA fights. Let’s break it down: Jones and Cormier have a heated history, with Jones securing a unanimous decision win at UFC 182 and a knockout (later overturned to a no contest) at UFC 214. Even in those bouts, Jones landed three takedowns in their first fight, proving he’s no pushover on the mat. Usman points out that while Cormier’s Olympic credentials are impressive, Jones’ high school state championships and in-cage wrestling prowess shouldn’t be dismissed. Here’s the kicker: Is Cormier’s confidence justified, or is he overlooking Jones’ raw talent? Usman’s take sparks a thought-provoking debate—could Jones have been a wrestling legend if he’d pursued it? Let’s discuss: Do you think Cormier’s Olympic background guarantees a win, or is Usman right to caution against underestimating Jones? Drop your thoughts in the comments—this is one debate that’s far from settled.
