Jose Aldo explains why he would cut Movsar Evloev if he were UFC boss

Jose Aldo explains why he would cut Movsar Evloev if he were UFC boss

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Key Points:

  • Movsar Evloev remains under UFC contract despite having no finishes in 10 UFC wins, credited to fans who appreciate his style, but MMA legend Jose Aldo criticizes him as "boring" and suggests he could be cut after a loss due to lack of marketability.
  • Aldo argues the UFC prioritizes entertainment and fighters who engage and finish fights, praising striking-oriented fighters like Ilia Topuria and Max Holloway over Evloev’s decision-heavy style.
  • Aldo also criticized Evloev’s comments about former champions Anderson Silva and Anthony Pettis regarding doping, defending the integrity of fighters like himself and Silva and calling Evloev’s remarks immature.
  • Despite his criticisms of Evloev, Aldo expressed support for Alexander Volkanovski, who will face Evloev at UFC 333, hoping Volkanovski succeeds and surpasses his featherweight title defense record.
  • Aldo emphasized his respect for the challenges MMA fighters face and stated he roots for all fighters striving to reach and maintain championship status, particularly fellow Brazilians.

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