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Jose Aldo’s Dramatic Return to UFC 301: What to Expect?

Jose Aldo returns to UFC 301 for possibly his last fight. Weighing in at 136 lbs, he’s set to face Jonathan Martinez. Main event details inside!

Key Event Details
Jose Aldo’s Return Weighed in at 136 lbs for his potential final UFC fight
Main Event Alexandre Pantoja vs. Steve Erceg, both at 125 lbs
Notable Weigh-ins All 28 fighters made weight for UFC 301

Jose Aldo Makes a Comeback at UFC 301

Jose Aldo, a legendary figure in mixed martial arts, is making headlines once again as he steps back into the UFC octagon. After a hiatus since August 2022, Aldo weighed in at 136 pounds for his upcoming fight in the co-main event of UFC 301. This event is particularly significant as it could be Aldo’s final appearance in the UFC, marking the end of an era for the former featherweight champion.

Aldo had ventured into boxing after his last UFC fight, but now he returns to fulfill the last fight of his contract. His opponent, Jonathan Martinez, also weighed in at 136 pounds, setting the stage for what promises to be an exciting bout.

Main Event Highlights

The main event features flyweight champion Alexandre Pantoja defending his title against challenger Steve Erceg, who both made the championship weight of 125 pounds. Pantoja is aiming for his second title defense after a successful bout last December. Erceg, stepping into the scale early on Friday, hopes to continue his undefeated streak in the UFC and capture the title in what would be a remarkable journey.

Weigh-In Results

All 28 fighters scheduled to compete at UFC 301 have successfully made weight. The event will take place at the Farmasi Arena. Here are some key matchups and their official weigh-in results:

Fighter 1 Weight (lbs) Fighter 2 Weight (lbs)
Alexandre Pantoja 125 Steve Erceg 125
Jose Aldo 136 Jonathan Martinez 136
Anthony Smith 205.5 Vitor Petrino 206
Michel Pereira 186 Ihor Potieria 185
Paul Craig 185 Caio Borralho 186

Additional Fights

The preliminary and early preliminary cards also feature exciting matchups, including fighters like Jack Shore, Karolina Kowalkiewicz, and Joaquim Silva, all of whom have made weight and are ready to showcase their skills.

As UFC 301 approaches, fans are eager to see if Jose Aldo can cap off his illustrious career with a victory, and whether Alexandre Pantoja can hold onto his flyweight title in what promises to be a night of thrilling fights.