I. Adesanya in a press conference. Photo: Reproduction/YouTube UFC
The confidence of Israel adesanya in his own talent seems to have no limits. After accepting a confrontation against the dangerous Yoel romero In his first title defense, which takes place on March 7, the Nigerian stated that he would like to face Darren till, newcomer to the division, in the future. In an interview with 'Submission Radio', the champion outlined his plans to face the Englishman in a football stadium in England.
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“I like Darren (Till). We already know that we will fight one day, we will do it for the sport. It's a combination of styles that can't be missed. This fight won't stay away from me. He's a good boy. I think we get along very well. I haven't been to London yet, so what better reason to go to London than to sell out a stadium show there and fight one of 'your sons'?”, declared Israel.
A former welterweight title challenger (up to 77kg), Till made his middleweight debut since signing his UFC contract in UFC 244, when he faced Kelvin Gastelum in one of the most anticipated fights of the event. On that occasion, the Englishman managed to overcome the North American and emerged victorious in the judges' split decision.
With the triumph, Darren soon occupied fifth place in the category's ranking, behind only potential challengers to Adesanya's reign.
If it wants to face Till for the title fight, Israel, however, will have to overcome a fighter who is feared by the Englishman himself. Last year, Darren publicly stated that he was afraid of changing forces against Romero, but did not rule out a meeting with the Cuban in the future.
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