Moicano has gone 5-1 since making his UFC debut in December 2014, and with back-to-back wins over Calvin Kattar and Cub Swanson, a third win – this one over Aldo – should make a strong case.
Will Aldo have the same case if he wins on Saturday, especially since he has already lost twice to Holloway? The Brazilian star has gone on record saying that he’s not chasing a third title, but when asked if the belt was still the goal, he switched course, saying, “Always. If I do not have these thoughts, I’d rather don’t fight. I still have a contract with the UFC, so I will give my best. My head and my thoughts are here.”
Aldo is a pro, so that’s no surprise, and he’s also a competitor whose first reign atop the 145-pound weight class in the UFC and WEC lasted over six years. That’s a lifetime in combat sports, and it’s far from an easy feat to accomplish.
