Jose Aldo has retired for the second time following UFC 315, after facing several health issues including a muscle tear and a virus infection, which led to weight cut challenges. Despite a tough fight against Aiemann Zahabi, Aldo showed determination but ultimately lost by unanimous decision. In a post-fight interview, he expressed doubts about continuing, revealing he had contemplated retirement prior to the match. Aldo reflected on his journey and his wish to end his career in Canada, the location of his first UFC fight, emphasizing the importance of his legacy.
"This fight was hard. I had a muscle tear on the arm, I had something on the belly that I forgot the name, down there, [from] kicking a lot... The doctors [said], 'Get him out of the fight,' but I didn't want to because in my head I knew this could be my last fight."
"I wanted to end here in Canada. I started here, and wanted to end here. My story started here in Canada, this is where I first fought in the UFC against Mark Hominick."
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