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José Aldo Retires After Controversial UFC 315 Loss

The MMA legend ends his storied career following a unanimous decision defeat to Aiemann Zahabi, marked by weight struggles and disputed judging.

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Overview

  • José Aldo announced his retirement after losing to Aiemann Zahabi at UFC 315 in Montreal, citing physical and emotional exhaustion.
  • The fight, originally scheduled at bantamweight, was moved to featherweight after Aldo missed weight by eight pounds due to medical concerns.
  • The unanimous 29-28 decision in Zahabi's favor has drawn widespread criticism from fans and fighters, with many questioning the judges' scoring.
  • Aldo, a two-time featherweight champion and UFC Hall of Famer, leaves behind a legacy that includes seven consecutive title defenses and a 32-10 record.
  • The UFC and notable figures in MMA, including Alexander Volkanovski, paid tribute to Aldo, while his retirement highlights the toll of aging in combat sports.