Jon Jones vs. Daniel Cormier (UFC 178)

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Jon Jones vs. Daniel Cormier was a highly anticipated mixed martial arts event that took place on September 27, 2014, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The bout was a light heavyweight championship fight between the reigning champion Jon Jones and challenger Daniel Cormier. The event was part of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) 178 pay-per-view card, which featured a total of 12 fights. The fight between Jones and Cormier was highly publicized due to the intense rivalry between the two fighters. Jones, known for his impressive grappling skills and long reach, was looking to defend his title against Cormier, a former Olympic wrestler with a strong wrestling background. The fight was expected to be a closely contested and technical bout, with both fighters showcasing their skills in various areas of the octagon. In the end, Jones emerged victorious, winning the fight via unanimous decision and retaining his light heavyweight championship title.