José Aldo praises Max Holloway, but emphasizes: “I’m the clear favorite”

Aldo faces Holloway at UFC 212 in June (Photo: Josh Hedges/UFC)

With exactly two months left to fight again, José Aldo is confident for the duel against Max Holloway, scheduled for UFC 212, June 3, in Rio de Janeiro. Although he praised his rival's good form, the current featherweight champion made a point of highlighting his favoritism for the fight, in addition to stating that he did not see himself at a disadvantage in any area of ​​the game.

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“He's going through a good moment, he's a tall guy, he's got good size for a featherweight, but I don't see big things in him. So I'm a clear favorite wherever the fight takes place, I'm doing very well”, declared the fighter, in an interview with the program “Planeta SporTV”.

Asked about the 'loudmouth' style that Holloway has adopted recently, Aldo assured that the provocations do not affect him, and that the answer will be given inside the Octagon.

“Because Conor's fight was provocative, I think he's trying to use that side, but I'm already vaccinated against that. I'm very calm. I have to train, do my thing, get in there, fight and beat him. The answer will be on the day”, concluded the Brazilian.