The Nevada State Athletic Commission sent a strong message on Tuesday when it handed out a $50,000 fine to UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones and a $9,000 fine to No. 1 contender Daniel Cormier for their actions in the now-infamous brawl in the MGM Grand lobby on Aug. 4.
In addition, Jones will be forced to serve four days of community service in Las Vegas, while Cormier is required to perform two days in his hometown of San Jose, Calif. Jones vs. Cormier was originally scheduled for UFC 178 on Saturday at the MGM Grand Garden Arena, but the bout was moved to UFC 182 on Jan. 3 a … Read the Full Article Here
Jones and Cormier Fined For August Brawl
The Nevada State Athletic Commission sent a strong message on Tuesday when it handed out a $50,000 fine to UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones and a $9,000 fine to No. 1 contender Daniel Cormier for their actions in the now-infamous brawl in the M…