José Aldo recalls moments with McGregor and points out controversial routine before UFC 194: 'Snorting and drinking'

Dana White had to position himself between José Aldo e Conor McGregor to avoid confusion. Photo: Reproduction

José Aldo He spoke about the rivalry with Conor McGregor and revealed intense behind-the-scenes details of the promotion of fight between the two at the historic UFC 194In December 2015, the former featherweight champion (up to 65,8 kg) stated that the Irishman adopted a constantly provocative posture and behaved completely differently when the cameras were off.

During an appearance on the 'Fut&Papo' program on the 'Lance!' channel, Aldo said that the period leading up to the fight was marked by exaggerated behavior from his rival, which, in his view, was out of step with the philosophy of the sport. The Brazilian also recalled episodes during the filming of The Ultimate Fighter in Las Vegas and pointed out McGregor's lack of commitment to the athletes on the reality show. Despite these comments, the Manaus native emphasized that he now maintains a cordial relationship with McGregor.

"He (Conor McGregorHe talked a lot, argued all the time. Incredibly annoying, a real nuisance. It was a month (promoting the fight). When the camera was on, it was one thing. But off-camera, he was crazy. He was snorting cocaine and drinking all the time. In Vegas, there was a recording of The Ultimate Fighter…

He would just go there, not even train the students, and say, 'The students are ready.' It was just partying all the time. Crazy. The guy is insane. It had nothing to do with (the philosophy of the sport). Nowadays, I have a good relationship with him, we talk on Instagram,” he said. José Aldo.

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How was the fight between José Aldo and Conor McGregor at UFC 194?

José Aldo e Conor McGregor in the traditional face-off (Photo: Josh Hedges/UFC)

the duel between José Aldo e Conor McGregor It went down in history as one of the fastest title fights in UFC history. In total, the fight lasted 13 seconds. Right at the start of the fight, the athletes went for the exchange of blows and McGregor took control of the center of the octagon, dictating the pace of the fight.

When Aldo moved forward to close the distance and connect with a combination of punches, the Irishman retreated and landed a precise left hook that struck the Brazilian squarely on the chin. The impact was enough to knock out the then featherweight champion. Still on the ground, McGregor landed two more blows until the referee stopped the fight.