Robert Whittaker believes Israel Adesanya will defeat Nassourdine Imavov, despite recognizing Imavov’s strengths. Whittaker compares Imavov’s fighting style to Dricus Du Plessis, noting the potential for Imavov to push the pace and create pressure. Adesanya aims to bounce back from consecutive losses in his first non-PPV UFC appearance in six years, with a potential clash … Read more
Former two-time UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya has expressed interest in a potential showdown with undefeated star Khamzat Chimaev after the Chechen fighter’s dominant victory over Robert Whittaker in October. Adesanya, who is set to return to action against Nassourdine Imavov at UFC Fight Night 250 in Saudi Arabia on February 1, was impressed by … Read more
Adesanya Defeats Cannonier To Retain UFC Middleweight Belt. He defeated his opponent via unanimous decision (49-46, 49-46, 50-45) to retain the UFC middleweight championship. EDITOR’S PICK Erik Ten Stung By De Jong Update As Barca Chief Confirms Star ‘Not For Sale’ Confirmed: Man Utd Reach €17m Agreement To Sign Left-back Eriksen Gives Condition To Join … Read more
Israel Adesanya beats Whittaker to retain the UFC middleweight belt title in rematch. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Israel Adesanya has defeated Robert Whittaker via unanimous decision (48-47, 48-47, 49-46) at #UFC271 to retain the highly-rated middleweight crown. After being dominated by Israel Adesanya in their 2019 meeting, Robert Whittaker entered UFC 271 on Saturday … Read more