Jon Jones, Daniel Cormier Reunite as Rival Coaches on ALF Reality
Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier will face off once again — just not inside the Octagon.
The two-time UFC champions and longtime rivals will coach opposing teams on the upcoming season of ALF Reality, a chaotic MMA reality series often described as the Russian version of The Ultimate Fighter.
On Monday, Russian social media personality Alfredo Auditore announced the matchup in a joint post with Jones and Cormier, confirming that the former champions will square off in a coaching capacity for what many view as the final chapter of their legendary rivalry.
A Rivalry That Defined an Era
Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier shared one of the most personal rivalries in UFC history. Their feud spanned multiple years, weight classes, press conferences, and infamous moments, culminating in two fights, the last of which took place in 2017.
Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier faced off for the first time since their last fight back in 2017 👀 pic.twitter.com/ubYVsBcwFH
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) January 5, 2026
While their competitive days against one another inside the cage are long over, the animosity has never fully faded. ALF Reality now provides a new stage for that tension to resurface.
What Is ALF Reality?
ALF Reality has gained notoriety within combat sports for its volatile environment and unpredictable nature. The show has previously featured coaches such as Khamzat Chimaev, Petr Yan, Aljamain Sterling, and Nate Diaz, often blurring the line between reality television and all-out chaos.
Jones himself previously served as a coach on ALF alongside Nate Diaz. That season ended abruptly when Diaz exited the show following a massive brawl during filming, a moment that only added to ALF’s reputation.
Jones vs. Cormier — One Last Time
While fans will not see a trilogy fight inside the cage, the coaching matchup gives them a rare chance to watch Jones and Cormier compete again. This time, strategy, leadership, and the fighters representing each camp will decide the outcome.
The rivalry could remain verbal, or it could escalate further. Given ALF’s history, anything remains possible.
One thing is clear: Jon Jones vs. Daniel Cormier isn’t finished yet.
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