the news that José Aldo will come out of retirement to fight at UFC 301, in Rio de Janeiro, shook the martial arts community last weekend. The challenge, however, does not represent a career resumption for the Brazilian legend. According to 'Combat', the confrontation against Jonathan martinez will represent Manauara's official farewell to professional MMA.
Retired since defeat to Merab Dvalishvili, in 2022, which frustrated the Brazilian's quest for a second bantamweight belt fight (up to 61,2kg), Aldo returns to competition after almost two years of inactivity. Before hanging up his gloves, the 'King of Rio' held a prominent position in the category, today, led by Sean O'Malley.
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Responsible for sharing the octagon with the Brazilian in his farewell to the sport, Jonathan martinez He is going through a great phase in his career. Riding on six consecutive victories, the fighter occupies 14th place in the ranking of the under-61,2kg category, and is climbing towards the top of the group.
At 37 years old, he will complete 40 commitments in the sport after measuring his strength against the promise for the future of the bantamweight division. Currently, Manaus has 31 triumphs and eight setbacks in the sport.
