Sean Strickland pulls off a stunning upset victory over Israel Adesanya, claiming the UFC middleweight championship. However, there hasn’t been much information regarding Adesanya’s future plans since the defeat. Nevertheless, Adesanya has recently discussed his next steps in the UFC, and we’ll delve into the specifics below.
Israel Adesanya’s Future Fight
Sean Strickland secures a victory over Israel Adesanya via a five-round decision in their middleweight title bout at UFC 293, held at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney.
Following the fight, Adesanya’s future plans remained uncertain, leaving fans unsure whether he would pursue a rematch with Strickland for the championship or explore other opportunities in a different weight class. However, Adesanya has recently provided insights into his upcoming decision.
In a recent interview on ‘The Rock’ podcast, Adesanya mentioned “I’m not going to fight for a long time. I’m definitely not going to retire because I know me – I’m not leaving like that. I know me. But if I did, I’m fine. I don’t need to prove anything else… I’m going to heal myself up. You won’t see me fight for a long time.” You can watch the full podcast below
Israel Adesanya has announced that he will be taking an extended break from fighting in the UFC, stating that he will not be returning to the octagon for a significant period of time.
This means that fans will have to wait patiently for Adesanya’s next appearance in the UFC, as his defeat against Strickland represents a setback in his career.
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However, considering Adesanya’s impressive record of title defenses, it is expected that he will make a strong comeback and return to the octagon with renewed strength.
As Israel Adesanya has not yet provided a confirmed date for his return to the Octagon, it is unlikely to happen in the near future. Fans will need to remain patient and stay connected for future updates regarding Adesanya’s actions in the UFC.
