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Jose Aldo on turning down Conor McGregor rematch at UFC 196: This is a high-level sport, not a cockfight

Plus, Aldo says he and UFC officials have come to an agreement that he will get an immediate rematch against "Notorious."

Jose Aldo had an unexpected chance to get his much-desired rematch against Conor McGregor at UFC 196 on March 5, 2016, after Rafael dos Anjos bowed out of the event with an injury.

Unfortunately, "Junior" had to decline the offer because he wasn't in shape and wouldn't have enough time to properly train for a fight against the Featherweight champion.

During a recent interview on "The MMA Hour," Aldo further explained his decision to decline the fight, saying that he needs proper time to train for such a pivotal bout.