Looking At Aldo Versus Mendes at UFC 142

By Raphael Garcia "Styles make fights." At least that is what we have been told during the last few years of mixed martial arts’ rise to mainstream relevance. At UFC 142 we will see yet another example of the ideal when current featherweight titleholder Jose Aldo will face off against Team Alpha Male powerhouse Chad Mendes. This main event is one of the more intriguing matchups that we have seen in recent months.It is well known that Mendes is a wrestler’s wrestler and can take down just about anyone that he faces. In each of his 11 bouts he has placed his opponent flat on his back, using his grappling to control every one, as he has racked up decision victory after decision victory. Many individuals have stated that this ability will be what allows him to defeat Aldo in this upcoming bout, but I am skeptical of this thought.While Mendes is the better wrestler for sure, Aldo has also shown the ability to take down his opponent at will. He did so against both Kenny Floria...