Israel Adesanya News
Israel Adesanya suggests a fight with Paulo Costa would be similar to McGregor-Aldo
Cole Shelton - December 4, 2019
Israel Adesanya says a potential bout with Paulo Costa would be similar to Conor McGregor’s fight against Jose Aldo. Of course, in that fight, the Irishman knocked out Aldo in just 13 seconds with the first punch he threw. He also trash-talked the Brazilian leading up to the fight and many believe McGregor was in Aldo’s head.
Israel Adesanya discusses the nickname he had before 'The Last Stylebender'
Harry Kettle - December 4, 2019
Before making his presence known as “The Last Stylebender”, Israel Adesanya actually went by a very different title. Adesanya has been all over the mixed martial arts world in the last few months following his monumental triumph over Robert Whittaker back at UFC 243. He made a statement in the main event of that card in Melbourne, finishing Whittaker within two rounds to become the UFC Middleweight Champion.
Israel Adesanya hypes up his ground game: 'Khabib isn't the only one who can maul people'
Cole Shelton - December 3, 2019
Israel Adesanya says his ground game is one of the best in mixed martial arts although no one has really seen it. Adesanya, who is the current UFC middleweight champion, came from a kickboxing background and says he takes offense to boxers saying they are the best fighters out there. He says MMA fighters are the top because of the fact they have to work the ground game as well as other martial arts.
Mike Winkeljohn believes Jon Jones vs. Israel Adesanya will happen but it won't be a close fight
Cole Shelton - November 27, 2019
Jon Jones and Israel Adesanya have been going back-and-forth at one another on social media and a fight between the two seems likely. Yet, “The Last Stylebender” has said it won’t happen until 2021 once he clears out the middleweight division.
Israel Adesanya fires back at “noob” Jon Jones for insinuating he is “pathetic”
Adam D Martin - November 24, 2019
UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya fired back at UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones, calling him a “noob” for insinuating he is “pathetic.” Adesanya and Jones have been going back-and-forth on social media for the last few months and it ramped up after Adesanya defeated Robert Whittaker back at UFC 243 to win the middleweight belt. Nearly every day it seems like Adesanya and Jones are talking trash to each other, and the fun and games didn’t stop this weekend.
Israel Adesanya shuts down talk of immediate rematch with Robert Whittaker
Chris Taylor - November 23, 2019
UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya makes it clear that if former division title holder Robert Whittaker wants a rematch, he will have to earn it. Adesanya (18-0 MMA) defeated Whittaker via second round knockout in the main event of UFC 243 to become the promotions undisputed middleweight kingpin.
Jon Jones goes off on "pathetic" Israel Adesanya for calling him a "boomer"
Chris Taylor - November 23, 2019
The ongoing fued between UFC champions Jon Jones and Israel Adesanya continued to heat up on social media yesterday evening. ‘Bones’ and ‘Stylebender’ had been exchanging jabs on Thursday afternoon on Twitter, but what started off as friendly banter quickly escalated into something more serious after Adesanya referred to Jones as a “Boomer”.
Israel Adesanya bashes Jon Jones, Jones issues scathing response
Tom Taylor - November 22, 2019
The beef between UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya and light heavyweight champion Jon Jones is alive and well. On Thursday night, Adesanya took to Twitter to take a shot at Jones.
Israel Adesanya names ‘the second most dangerous guy’ at middleweight
Harry Kettle - November 19, 2019
UFC Middleweight Champion Israel Adesanya has spoken out about who he believes to be the biggest threat within his division. Adesanya finally completed his ascent to the top at middleweight back at UFC 243, as he defeated Robert Whittaker to claim the title. Ever since then we’ve heard a million and one different stories regarding what could be next for “The Last Stylebender”, with Yoel Romero emerging as the primary contender after Paulo Costa was put on the shelf through injury.
Israel Adesanya says Demetrious Johnson is top pound-for-pound fighter in MMA
Adam Martin - November 15, 2019
UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya believes that ONE flyweight grand prix winner Demetrious Johnson is the top pound-for-pound fighter in MMA. Adesanya was a recent guest on “Ebro in the Morning” and was asked by the hosts who he believed is the top P4P fighter in mixed martial arts.
Joe Rogan and Israel Adesanya sing the praises of Jorge Masvidal
Tom Taylor - November 15, 2019
UFC commentator Joe Rogan and UFC middleweight champ Israel Adesanya recently sat down for a chat on the JRE MMA Show. The pair discussed a breadth of topics, including the recent BMF title fight between Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz. While the pair did not agree on the BMF title itself — Rogan liked the idea, Adesanya wasn’t so sure — they were unanimous in their praise of Masvidal.
Israel Adesayna says 'old' Jon Jones is like a 'suburban dad'
Harry Kettle - November 15, 2019
Israel Adesanya continues to take shots at rival Jon Jones as fans continue to clamor for a potential showdown between the two UFC champions. While talk of a super fight has been rife for a while now, it only really intensified upon Adesanya dethroning Robert Whittaker at UFC 243. While there’s still been a touch of hesitation from both parties regarding when it’s going to happen, it certainly seems as if the fight will take place at some stage within the next few years – or potentially even sooner.
Israel Adesanya explains how he would improve the UFC
Adam Martin - November 14, 2019
UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya says that he would like the UFC to give fighters creative control of their fight kit designs and also increase bonus money. Adesanya was recently interviewed by Roman Modrowski of ESPN and was asked how he would improve the UFC.
Jon Jones takes a shot at Israel Adesanya’s interview with Joe Rogan
Harry Kettle - November 14, 2019
UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones has taken a shot at Israel Adesanya following his recent appearance on Joe Rogan’s podcast. Adesanya recently completed his ascent to the top of the middleweight division by defeating the previous king Robert Whittaker. Ever since then the jury has been out in regards to what the next step will be for “The Last Stylebender”, with a showdown against Yoel Romero reportedly being right around the corner.
Jon Jones can't wait to ”slap” Israel Adesanya
Cole Shelton - November 13, 2019
Jon Jones has taken another shot at middleweight title holder Israel Adesanya. The two UFC champions have been going at each other for weeks now in interviews and on social media. Both have said a fight will happen but “Bones” wants it sooner rather than later.
Israel Adesanya on Jon Jones: 'No one really cares about his fights'
Cole Shelton - November 13, 2019
UFC champions Israel Adesanya and Jon Jones continue to trade shots at one another. The two have been going back-and-forth on social media and in interviews for weeks now, and a fight between the two seems inevitable. With that said, “The Last Stylebender” claims “Bones” started the feud and initiated the trash-talk because he wants to be him.
Israel Adesanya says fighting Yoel Romero is his 'charity work for the year'
Cole Shelton - November 12, 2019
Israel Adesanya and Yoel Romero have been going back-and-forth at each other about a possible fight. With Paulo Costa injured, Romero called for the fight and Adesanya and his team seemed interested. They want to shut up all the fans that say Romero will be too much for him and can take him down at will.
Dana White changes his tune on Israel Adesanya vs Yoel Romero fight
Harry Kettle - November 12, 2019
UFC president Dana White has done a U-turn when it comes to a potential UFC Middleweight Championship bout between Israel Adesanya and Yoel Romero. Adesanya is coming off of a tremendous win at UFC 243 in Melbourne where he was able to stop Robert Whittaker and become the undisputed UFC Middleweight Champion. Ever since then there have been questions asked regarding what the next step will be for “The Last Stylebender”, especially after Paulo Costa’s injury problems put him out of the running for a title shot.