For the second time in as many fights, featherweight champion Jose Aldo will defend his title against a lightweight import. Last time Frankie Edgar, next time Anthony Pettis.
The bout, which features two of the sport’s most exciting and dynamic competitors, is set for August 3. Though that’s still a long way off the event will be a monumental affair, one worth forecasting nearly six months in advance.
Certainly, there will be plenty of predictions and analyses made between now and fight-night, but let’s get the ball rolling right here with a preliminary examination of the matchup.