Overview

• The former UFC featherweight champion made a surprise walkout in Rio de Janeiro, entered the Octagon with his family, and placed his gloves at center canvas.
• The in-cage ceremony marked his second retirement, following an initial decision to step away in 2022 after losing to Merab Dvalishvili.
• After returning in 2024, Aldo defeated Jonathan Martinez before dropping close decisions to Mario Bautista and Aiemann Zahabi.
• He departs with a 32-10 career mark, the UFC featherweight record of seven consecutive title defenses, and induction into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2023.
• Fans and fighters praised his legacy across social media, while some joked about possible BKFC appearances, with no future commitments announced.