UFC 136 Results: Jose Aldo Decisions Kenny Florian

by Brent Brookhouse on Oct 8, 2011 10:58 PM EDT in UFC Event

Jose Aldo looked to continue his quest to be recognized as one of the top pound-for-pound fighters in the world as he took on UFC veteran Kenny Florian at UFC 136. Aldo's featherweight title was on the line as Florian attempted to do what he was unable to do at lightweight and become a champion.

Florian was aggressive in the opening frame, using takedown attempts and kicks to throw off Aldo and force him out of his game. Aldo was able to figure out Florian's style after a single round, adapting and picking his shots carefully and landing pretty much every meaningful strike from rounds two until five.

Florian gave good effort all fight but Aldo's use of the leg kick and two punch combinations left Florian unable to really get any offense off aside from the occasional moment of pushing Aldo into the cage.

This likely represents the last time we see Florian get a title shot in the UFC as he is now 0-3 in his attempts to win gold and for Aldo he continues to make a case as one of the best in the world.

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kenny needs to get his butt back up to 155

by BIGNAT on Oct 8, 2011 11:06 PM EDT reply actions

TRUE

SO HE CAN BE GATEKEEPER FOR A COUPLE MORE FIGHTS

by Rem Dozia on Oct 8, 2011 11:08 PM EDT up reply actions

I wonder if Kenny may retire

Mid-30’s, probably achieved all he’s going to achieve, should have collected a good sum of money, will have a job with the UFC as an analyst and commentator if he wants it.

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by KJ Gould on Oct 8, 2011 11:10 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs

This would be an excellent time to make the transition to being a full time 3rd man in the booth, what with the changes coming with FOX.

"I see him beating Anderson Silva. I see him picking him apart. Him at a 131 years old...(trails off)." - Tito Ortiz on Vitor Belfort at Affliction:DOR

by Rundownloser on Oct 9, 2011 3:51 AM EDT up reply actions

dana white to open up flyweight division and give florian title shot against mighty mouse

by C.A.M. on Oct 8, 2011 11:10 PM EDT reply actions

no way it will be like when kenny fought gray

by BIGNAT on Oct 8, 2011 11:13 PM EDT up reply actions

LOL

by Rem Dozia on Oct 8, 2011 11:36 PM EDT up reply actions

aldo dominates again

peace kenflo time to drop to BW

You must defeat me to stand a chance.

by Gouken on Oct 8, 2011 11:12 PM EDT reply actions

Bit less exciting than I'm used to with Aldo but easy win nonetheless.

Felt like K-Flo was really outmuscling him against the cage but Aldo dealt with it well. Not sure he’d do well at 155 though against guys like Maynard unless he really bulks up. I see him staying at 145 for now, hopefully a catchweight dream-fight against Edgar eventually.

by Roa on Oct 9, 2011 12:02 AM EDT reply actions

by Cunny on Oct 9, 2011 9:21 AM EDT via iPhone app reply actions 1 recs

It must suck to fight a guy who keeps pushing you against the cage all the time, Coulture-style. If I recall correctly, the BJ-Florian fight was another snoozer as well.

Very decent TDD by Aldo. The guy didnt walk away from the gameplan for a second.

by frozzen on Oct 9, 2011 11:03 AM EDT reply actions