"No fake friends once the fight is done" - Daniel Cormier defends Jon Jones showing him no pity after their first fight

Daniel Cormier is happy he didn't share pleasantries with Jon Jones after their first fight at UFC 182. Jones and DC share one of the most intense rivalries in UFC history. In a recent tweet, Daniel Cormier stated he was glad Jones didn't hug him after their first fight.

"There was no hug and I’m happy he didn’t hug me I didn’t or don’t need that. The things that go so far can’t just be buried once the fight is over. I was sad at presser and Jones showed no pity. It was perfect! No fake friends once the fight is done!"

According to Cormier, once the animosity between two fighters reaches a certain point, there can't be peace after the fight, regardless of the outcome. DC's comments come after a fan poked fun at the former two-division champion for his remarks on Anthony Smith's immediate reaction after beating Ryan Spann at UFC Vegas 37.

Cormier defended Smith for his hostile reaction towards his opponent immediately following the win. According to Cormier, Smith didn't need to shake hands with his opponent after the fight.

Fans quickly pointed out that Jones did the same to DC following their first fight. Acknowledging the same, Cormier stated he was glad 'Bones' showed him no pity after beating him because he doesn't believe in fake friendship after fights.

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