The legend returns – Aldo scrapes off his rust and punishes prospect Martinez in his homeland

In the second most anticipated fight of the Brazilian show, 37-year-old Jose Aldo brushed off the rust in front of his hometown crowd in Rio de Janeiro and once again showed everyone that he is ready to continue his career in the Octagon. Aldo defeated young prospect Jonathan Martinez by unanimous decision.

This was the last fight of Aldo’s current UFC contract, leading many to believe that he might hang up the gloves in the middle of the cage and officially retire, but Jose hinted at another possible title run.

Last summer, Aldo was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame. Jose has been the long-time UFC featherweight champion, defending it seven times. He has gained wide recognition for his indescribable talent and fighting skill.

Aldo’s upcoming opponent Martinez, on the other hand, had won six in a row. In total, the 29-year-old Martinez has won 10 victories in 14 fights in the UFC.

Meanwhile, Ercegs, Pantoja’s opponent in the main fight, came to the fight confident and had won the last 11 fights, and he had not tasted the bitterness of defeat for seven years.

Pantoža, however, stopped Erceg’s winning streak in a five-round duel, as a result of which he was able to defend the title for the second time in his career.

Petrino gave a big gift to Smith, who won by a landslide in the first round.

Michael has no limits – Pereira performed a back somersault and after a moment choked Potter.

Borajo laid Craig on the floor of the cage with a hard right.

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