Jose Aldo Retains Title in 5 Round War

UFC featherweight champion Jose Aldo had one of the toughest fights of his career against top contender Mark Hominick.  Despite a huge final round for the Canadian fighter, Aldo utilized quick head movement, takedowns, punishing leg kicks and powerful hooks to successfully retain his title.

Aldo attacked the leg early on and countered with uppercuts.  The fight was beginning to mirror Aldo’s performance against Urijah Faber where he battered the former champ’s leg with chopping low kicks.  About halfway through the opening round, Aldo secured a takedown. 

Hominick countered with an armbar attempt but Aldo defended well.  The Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt pinned Hominick towards the cage and was content to throw elbows and strikes from his guard.

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