“Talk Like True GOAT” – Fans Praise Jose Aldo as He Gets Brutally Honest On Conor McGregor

Published 01/24/2023, 3:54 AM EST

UFC recently announced the induction of Jose Aldo into the Hall of Fame Class of 2023. He will be a part of the ‘Modern Wing’ category. ‘Junior’ is unquestionably one of the greatest featherweights in combat sports history. He recently appeared in the UFC 283 pressers and was asked about one of his biggest UFC rivals, Conor McGregor by a fan. The Brazilian legend gave a hilarious reply. McGregor is known to be extremely verbal when it comes to trash-talking. The Irishman’s ability to rile up opponents with words is second to none. He and Jose Aldo had one of the most memorable rivalries in the history of the UFC. McGregor had a lot to say about his then-opponent Aldo. McGregor even went as to put women’s undergarments outside Aldo’s hotel room.

Moreover, when the fight night commenced at UFC 194, Jose Aldo found himself on the wrong side of the result. Conor McGregor registered a quick knockout. McGregor proved everybody wrong and knocked Aldo out in just 13 seconds of the opening round.

Jose Aldo thanks Conor McGregor for a good payday

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The Aldo vs McGregor fight may have ended too early. But both fighters had earned a considerable amount of money. Jose Aldo recently had an interaction with fans after his Hall of Fame announcement. They asked him about his feelings for his former rival. Aldo assured he had no grudges against the former double champion. He said, “How can I have animosity?” He added, “That’s the guy that gave me the most money.”

In addition to thanking him for a big money fight, Aldo also mentioned that both fighters share cordial relations with each other. “I have nothing but respect and we have a friendship now.” It is not surprising to see fighters thank one another after a big money fight since MMA fighters are still underpaid compared to other combat sports athletes like boxers. Moreover, Conor McGregor also took to social media and extended his praises on Aldo’s Hall of Fame induction.

Fans react to Jose Aldo’s comments on McGregor

Man fans have reacted to Jose Aldo’s comments on Conor McGregor and reacted in a post on Reddit.

Here are some of the reactions from users on Reddit:

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Aldo also went to say that he and McGregor still DM each other most recently about The Notorious’ current injury and recovery.
Always thought Aldo was in the top GOAT list. Possibly 5th but likely 6th-9th. Top 10 of all time for sure
Talk like true GOAT
Good guy Aldo. I genuinely feel like Conor feels the same way. His persona would likely not admit that but Conor has a lot of respect for this man, as we all do.
When a man is 100 percent secure in himself the ego does not speak for him
Wish connor could say the same
Conor literally dropped a Red Panty at Aldo’s door steps(hotel door) as per Aldo. This is Hilarious.

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Many fans commended him as one of the G.O.A.T’s of the UFC. They also heaped praise on Aldo’s personality and character. Some fans also talked about the fact that both fighters still keep tabs on each other as the Hall of Fame inductee revealed he checked on the Irishman’s leg injury.

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Both these fighters are legends of the MMA world. Nobody can deny the impact these fighters have had on the sport. What are your thoughts? Drop your comments below.

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Himanga is a UFC author at EssentiallySports. He interned as a WWE author at Sportsmanor before joining EssentiallySports to pursue his interest as a sports journalist. Himanga is a big fan of UFC's Conor McGregor and considers him the most entertaining combat sports athlete of the 21st century.

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“Talk Like True GOAT” – Fans Praise Jose Aldo as He Gets Brutally Honest On Conor McGregor

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