The UFC 189 main event mega-match-up between featherweight champion Jose Aldo and Conor McGregor underwent a scary moment earlier this week, when reports out of Brazil indicated that Aldo had suffered a fractured rib, putting the fight in jeopardy. Further analysis indicated a “bone bruise to his rib and cartilage injury during training.,” according to the UFC, which also indicated that Aldo wants to try and remain in the fight. “While Aldo has indicated that he will compete in Las Vegas on July 11, UFC has confirmed a contingency plan. No.1 featherweight contender Chad Mendes will face McGregor for the interim UFC featherweight championship in the event Aldo cannot compete.” But that’s not the end of the story. It is not a given that Aldo will remain in the fight
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Coach Says Jose Aldo Fighting Conor McGregor Still Very Much Undecided – MMA Weekly