Fresh off of his win at UFC 156: Aldo vs. Edgar, the UFC has confirmed featherweight champion Jose Aldo will defend his belt against former WEC lightweight title-holder Anthony Pettis rather than a contender who regularly calls the division home. Pettis was in Vegas for Aldo’s win over Frankie Edgar, messaging UFC President Dana White with a request for the rumble. White thought it was a good idea, and as such the UFC has announced Pettis will drop down to 145 pounds for the opportunity…
White told USA Today:
“Two of the baddest dudes in the fight business are going to fight at 145 pounds. These guys are two of the most amazing, gravity-defying athletes in the sport. I am so pumped for this fight.”
Jose Aldo Agrees to Defend Title Against Anthony Pettis
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I wonder how the cut down will go for Pettis. I think he could get picked apart by Aldo based on speed but you never know.
The match-up is cool but that’s total BS as far as Lamas goes. Why even have rankings if you don’t stick to contenders.
Excuse my French but F*CK YES!!!!