UFC 179: Aldo vs. Mendes 2
UFC 179: Aldo vs. Mendes 2

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UFC 179: Aldo vs. Mendes 2

2014
Movie
176 min
English

UFC 179: Aldo vs. Mendes 2 was a mixed martial arts event held on October 25, 2014, at Ginásio do Maracanãzinho in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The event was headlined by a Featherweight Championship rematch between the current champion José Aldo, and top contender Chad Mendes. Their first fight at UFC 142, also contested in Rio de Janeiro, ended in a first round knockout victory in favor of Aldo.

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IMDb8.1/10
Director: UFC (Promotional Body)Genres: Mixed Martial Arts, Combat Sports, Pay-per-view Event

Plot Summary

UFC 179, headlined by Jose Aldo defending his Featherweight Championship against Chad Mendes in a highly anticipated rematch. The undercard featured several exciting matchups, including a light heavyweight bout between Phil Davis and Glover Teixeira, and a featherweight clash between Dennis Bermudez and Jeremy Stephens. The event showcased top-tier talent in the world of mixed martial arts.

Critical Reception

UFC 179 was widely praised by critics and fans as one of the most exciting and action-packed UFC events in recent memory. The main event between Aldo and Mendes exceeded expectations with its technical brilliance and dramatic moments. The undercard also delivered strong performances, solidifying the event's reputation.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its high-level striking and grappling exchanges.

  • Lauded for delivering multiple exciting fights on the main card and preliminary card.

  • The main event was considered a masterclass in featherweight championship fighting.

Google audience: Audience reception for UFC 179 was overwhelmingly positive, with viewers highlighting the thrilling main event and the overall quality of the fights. Many noted the event's intensity and the impressive performances by the fighters.

Awards & Accolades

None notable (As a sporting event, not typically awarded in traditional awards ceremonies).

Fun Fact

Jose Aldo landed an incredible 70 significant strikes against Chad Mendes in their championship bout, the most significant strikes landed by a fighter in a UFC championship fight at the time.

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