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Is Israel Adesanya’s Next UFC Fight Confirmed? – New Opponent Revealed
Here is everything about Israel Adesanya’s next fight and opponent.
UFC fighter Israel Adesanya’s last three fights have not been great and he was defeated in each of these bouts. Adesanya’s first clash in 2025 against Nassourdine Imavov didn’t go well as he lost the fight in the second round. Israel Adesanya has an excellent MMA record with 24 wins and 5 defeats. The Nigerian-New Zealand fighter awaits his next UFC clash and fans are anticipating his next opponent.
Israel Adesanya is a two-time Middleweight champion and it would have been three if he didn’t lose the bout against Sean Strickland. Adesanya missed out on his third Middleweight UFC title against Sean Strickland at UFC 293 in Sydney. This was one of the biggest upsets in UFC history. Adesanya couldn’t defend his Middleweight title against Sean Strickland, but he is awaiting another opportunity against the same opponent.
He lost the bout against Strickland in the fifth round. The defeat hurt Adesanya and he is up for another challenge against Sean Strickland. If it’s a revenge clash, then everyone knows Adesanya will turn into a beast. No one will forget his revenge against Alex Pereira in their rematch where Adesanya also defended the title.
Is Israel Adesanya’s Next Fight and Opponent Revealed?
In an interview with David Goggins, Israel Adesanya confirmed he spoke to UFC exec Hunter Campbell and asked for a rematch with Sean Strickland. Israel Adesanya said “He (Sean Strickland) beat me,” he said. “Whooped my ass, badly”.
Israel Adesanya confirms he is ready for a rematch against Sean Strickland and an official confirmation regarding his next fight is awaited. Adesanya revealed he lost his bout against Strickland as his younger version and states his inner child was defeated. As it’s time for revenge, Adesanya is looking for a payback against his favorite opponent.
Adesanya’s poor record in MMA continues as he lost his first fight in 2025 against the French fighter Nassourdine Imavov. Here is what he said about his last clash in one of his YouTube videos, “I didn’t spar after my last fight because I did so well in the fight, so well in the camp, and I didn’t get the result I wanted,”.
Adesanya revealed he had a sparring session with Kamaru Usman after the defeat. Israel Adesanya believes he is in good touch and his glory days will be back soon. Israel Adesanya accepted his defeat against Sean Strickland, but his opponent persuaded him with his words. Fans can witness Adesanya’s rage against Sean Strickland when the two fight again in another bout.
When is Israel Adesanya’s Next UFC Fight?
As of now, there is no information about Israel Adesanya’s next fight. He has spoken to MMA regarding his next UFC fight. An update regarding Israel Adesanya’s upcoming fight will be revealed in the coming weeks.
