Jose Aldo News
Jose Aldo reveals medical issues prior to retirement announcement at UFC 315
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 11, 2025
Jose Aldo says he didn’t enter his UFC 315 matchup against Aiemann Zahabi healthy. Aldo and Zahabi shared the Octagon inside Bell Centre in Montreal. The bout went the distance, and Zahabi was awarded the unanimous decision victory. After the fight, Aldo announced his retirement from pro MMA competition.
UFC legend says something “needs to change” with judging after Jose Aldo’s loss
Harry Kettle - May 11, 2025
UFC legend Rafael dos Anjos has given his thoughts on the state of MMA judging after Jose Aldo’s loss to Aiemann Zahabi. Last night at UFC 315, we saw Jose Aldo compete for the last time in mixed martial arts. He was defeated by Aiemann Zahabi in what proved to be a pretty controversial decision loss. With that being said, it was an incredible bout, especially the third round, which swung one way and then the other before Zahabi was ultimately the man who had his hand raised.
Pros react after Aiemann Zahabi defeats Jose Aldo at UFC 315
Chris Taylor - May 10, 2025
Tonight’s UFC 315 main card featured the return of MMA legend Jose Aldo who squared off with streaking Canadian contender Aiemann Zahabi. Aldo (32-10 MMA) entered tonight’s featherweight contest looking to rebound, this after suffering a split decision loss to Mario Bautista in his most previous effort this past October at UFC 307. Prior to that setback, the former featherweight kingpin had earned an impressive unanimous decision win over Jonathan Martinez.
UFC 315 Results: Aiemann Zahabi defeats Jose Aldo (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - May 10, 2025
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC 315 results, including the featherweight contest between Jose Aldo and Aiemann Zahabi. Aldo (32-9 MMA) will enter the contest looking to rebound, this after suffering a split decision loss to Mario Bautista this past October at UFC 307. Prior to that setback, the former featherweight kingpin had earned an impressive unanimous decision win over Jonathan Martinez.
Jose Aldo hurls dig at current UFC champion for being 'afraid to fight'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - May 7, 2025
Jose Aldo was never known for being a trash talker, but he doesn’t shy away from throwing out a zinger or two. Aldo is already a UFC Hall of Famer, but he still competes inside the Octagon. While Aldo hasn’t tasted UFC gold in quite some time, he still believes in his ability to put on a show. While wins over Marlon “Chito” Vera, Pedro Munhoz, Rob Font, and Jonathan Martinez proved Aldo still has some juice left in the tank, losses against Merab Dvalishvili and Mario Bautista frustrated the UFC legend.
UFC 314: Patricio 'Pitbull' Freire open to fighting UFC Hall of Famer if asked
Fernando Quiles Jr. - April 2, 2025
Patricio “Pitbull” Freire won’t shy away from a dream fight with his fellow legendary countryman. Freire will finally be making his UFC debut on April 12. He’ll share the Octagon with Yair Rodriguez on the main card of UFC 314 in Miami. It’s a big spot for Freire, who is looking to snag UFC gold before his fighting career is over.
UFC champ Merab Dvalishvili ranks his last five opponents from hardest to easiest
BJ Penn Staff - March 19, 2025
UFC bantamweight champion Merab Dvalishvili is on one of the best runs in MMA right now, with wins over a host of former champions and undefeated contenders behind him. In a recent conversation with X user @judobetter995, he ranked his five most recent opponents in terms of difficulty.
REPORT | Jose Aldo vs. Aiemann Zahabi targeted for UFC 315 in Montreal
Josh Evanoff - February 25, 2025
Jose Aldo will reportedly meet Aiemann Zahabi at UFC 315 in Montreal later this year. Earlier this month, Dana White announced plans to return to Canada in May. Returning to Montreal for the first time since UFC 186 in April 2015, a welterweight title clash between Belal Muhammad and Jack Della Maddalena will headline the event. The co-main event will see the return of women’s flyweight champion Valentina Shevchenko against the rising Manon Fiorot.
Sean O'Malley shows interest in facing 'legend' Jose Aldo in UFC return: "That would be f*cking crazy"
Josh Evanoff - October 14, 2024
Former UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley wants to fight Jose Aldo. ‘Sugar’ is fresh off his return to the cage at the Las Vegas Sphere last month. Back for the first time since a unanimous decision victory over Marlon Vera in April, Sean O’Malley faced Merab Dvalishvili. The two headlined the massive Noche UFC card, in what was supposed to be another star-making performance for the champion.
TJ Dillashaw criticizes Jose Aldo's strategy for Mario Bautista fight at UFC 307
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 11, 2024
TJ Dillashaw is baffled by Jose Aldo’s strategy against Mario Bautista. Aldo and Bautista shared the Octagon on the main card of UFC 307. Aldo was hoping to defeat another rising prospect and eventually earn another title fight. Instead, Bautista scored a split decision victory.
Mario Bautista explains why fans should be pointing the finger at Jose Aldo for lackluster fight at UFC 307
Harry Kettle - October 11, 2024
Mario Bautista believes fans should be pointing the finger at Jose Aldo for their poor fight at UFC 307 last weekend. As you may have heard, Mario Bautista defeated Jose Aldo last weekend in the biggest win of his career. You may have also heard that a lot of fans and pundits weren’t too happy about it.
Jose Aldo issues statement following split decision loss to Mario Bautista at UFC 307
Harry Kettle - October 7, 2024
MMA legend Jose Aldo has issued a statement following his split decision defeat to Mario Bautista last weekend. As we know, Jose Aldo is a true icon in the world of mixed martial arts. He’s done some incredible things throughout the course of his career, which includes being one of the most dominant champions of his generation. Now, after a short period of time away from the UFC, he’s back for another run.
UFC 307 Results: Mario Bautista defeats Jose Aldo (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - October 5, 2024
We have you covered for all of tonight’s UFC 307 results, including the men’s bantamweight bout between Jose Aldo and Mario Bautista. Aldo (32-8 MMA) was most previously seen in action at May’s UFC 301 event, where he scored a dominant decision win over Jonathan Martinez. ‘The King of Rio’ has gone 4-1 over his past five Octagon appearances overall.
Jose Aldo reveals he turned down bigger offers from other promotions to make second UFC run
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 4, 2024
Jose Aldo admits he was offered more money to take opportunities outside of the UFC. Aldo is set to compete on the UFC 307 card against Mario Bautista. It’s the second straight time Aldo has been matched against a rising 135-pounder. The UFC Hall of Famer has been seeking a big fight against Sean O’Malley. Perhaps another impressive win here will get him there.
Jose Aldo eyes Sean O'Malley with a win at UFC 307: "A great fight"
Cole Shelton - October 3, 2024
Jose Aldo is hopeful to face Sean O’Malley next time out. Aldo is set to return to the Octagon on the main card of UFC 307 on Saturday against Mario Bautista. It’s an intriguing matchup, but it is not the biggest name for Aldo. Since making his return to the UFC, Aldo has fought Jonathan Martinez and now Bautista, which Aldo says he was hopeful to get bigger names.
Jose Aldo sees path to gold once more ahead of UFC 307 clash with Mario Bautista
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 3, 2024
Jose Aldo wants another run with UFC gold. Aldo, who is already a Hall of Famer, will be stepping back inside the Octagon this Saturday. He’ll share the Octagon with the surging Mario Bautista, who is on a six-fight winning streak. It’s a familiar scenario for Aldo, who was matched up against Jonathan Martinez in his last outing.
Chad Mendes details why he lists Jose Aldo as his toughest UFC opponent over Conor McGregor
Cole Shelton - August 8, 2024
Chad Mendes says Jose Aldo, not Conor McGregor, was the toughest opponent he’s ever fought in the UFC. Mendes is a two-time featherweight title challenger and one-time interim featherweight title challenger in the UFC. He fought 14 times in the UFC and fought the who’s who of the promotion, including Aldo and McGregor.
REPORT | José Aldo vs. Mario Bautista added to UFC 307
Curtis Calhoun - August 1, 2024
UFC Hall of Famer José Aldo will make his bantamweight return to the Octagon against the surging Mario Bautista at UFC 307. Ag.Fight was the first to report the news of the Aldo vs. Bautista booking. A UFC women’s bantamweight matchup between Kayla Harrison and Ketlen Vieira is also reportedly in the works for the card.