The year 2023 has begun with a banger PPV event. In the same event, it was announced that the Brazilian UFC legend, Jose Aldo, has been inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame. Aldo has an impressive record of being undefeated for almost three years after signing with the UFC. Moreover, this, coupled with his role as the first UFC Featherweight Champion following the UFC/WEC merger, cemented his place in the Hall of Fame.
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Aldo is one of the best mixed martial artists of all time. With his record of defending his UFC title seven times. In addition, his WEC title twice, solidifying his reputation as one of the greatest featherweight ever. His reign as a featherweight champion for four years. Moreover, his record of seven title defenses in the UFC solidifies his legacy in the sport’s history.
It is clear that Jose Aldo’s achievements in the sport of mixed martial arts are truly remarkable. Moreover, fans will recall him as one of the greatest featherweight fighters in the history of the UFC. It’s a fitting honor for him to be the first fighter inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame this year.
Fans React to the new Hall of Famer Jose Aldo
The whole MMA world came together to celebrate the Bantamweight legend. Here’s what they had to say:
The current bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling said:
“I’m not crying! You’re crying!” 😭 Jose Aldo!! #UFC283
— Aljamain Sterling (@funkmasterMMA) January 22, 2023
Max Holloway who has been in the octagon with him twice said:
Congrats to the King of Rio on the hall of fame! Please celebrate with açaí and cashews for me 🤙🏻 @josealdojunior #UFChallofFame
— Max Holloway (@BlessedMMA) January 22, 2023
UFC middleweight fighter Derek Brunson said:
My favorite fighter of all time Jose Aldo . Prime Aldo was ruthless AF #UFC283
— Derek Brunson (@DerekBrunson) January 22, 2023
Whilst Ariel Helwani said:
Jose Aldo will be inducted in to the UFC hall of fame this summer, per the broadcast.
— Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani) January 22, 2023
Some fan said:
José Aldo. The King of Rio inducted into the UFC’s HOF here in Brazil.
One of MMA’s GOAT’s. Legend! 🇧🇷👑— MMA Poetry ✍🏼 (@themmapoet) January 22, 2023
Another fan got nostalgic:
I remember when Conor McGregor knocked Aldo out in 13 seconds at ufc 194. Incredibly impressive. But I also lived through Jose Aldo Jnr going 13 years undefeated at 145lbs prior to that. Beating mendes in Rio, beating Faber. Undeniably, the greatest featherweight of all time! https://t.co/QyPs1RMRTb
— Pádraig MagUidhir (@Pmacuidhir) January 22, 2023
One fan said:
The kids going absolutely crazy over Jose Aldo at the UFC 283 weigh ins. You love to see it, he’s still The King Of Rio. pic.twitter.com/3k7DYwB5W3
— Big Rumble 🫶🏽 (@rjgots9lives) January 20, 2023
UFC bantamweight fighter Brian Kelleher said:
I’m just so happy I never had to get leg kicked by Jose Aldo. What an amazing career and story from the favelas to a champion in the ufc. Always humble. Congratulations
— Brian BOOM Kelleher (@brianboom135) January 22, 2023
Moreover, a fan said:
Jose Aldo going into the UFC Hall of Fame. As deserving as just about anyone already in there. Incredibly well-deserved. #UFC283
— Marc Raimondi (@marcraimondi) January 22, 2023
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One fan said:
Welcome to the UFC Hall of Fame, Jose Aldo 🇧🇷 🐐 pic.twitter.com/EfBMBDleFr
— Sobervated Conor 🥃 (Fan of Conor McGregor) (@SobervatedConor) January 22, 2023
Moreover, the reports suggest that Jose Aldo also might try his hands at boxing. Who can blame him? He was arguably one of the better strikers in the UFC during his time.
Back when Aldo asked to leave UFC
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In the past, Brazilian UFC legend, Jose Aldo, made the decision to ask for his release from the UFC. This decision was driven by his perception of the promotion’s prioritization of Conor McGregor over other fighters and a lack of trust in the words of President Dana White.
Aldo stated that McGregor had previously claimed that he would not give up his belt and that it would not be taken from him. However, Aldo felt that the promotion’s actions and decisions were being influenced by McGregor rather than being made objectively. As a result, he chose to ask for the cancellation of his contract with the UFC.
It is important to note that Aldo’s request to leave the UFC was not a reflection of his abilities as a mixed martial artist. Rather, it was a result of his dissatisfaction with the promotion’s management and decision-making. Despite this, Aldo’s legacy as one of the greatest featherweight fighters in the history of the UFC remains intact.
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