I. Adesanya at a UFC press conference. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Even without a knockout, Israel adesanya understands that he has plenty of reasons to celebrate after his dominant victory over Marvin vettori No. UFC 263. In a rematch with the Italian in the fight for the middleweight belt (up to 83,9kg), the champion is certain that he had a great performance. In a press conference after the show, 'Izzy' spoke about the challenger's performance, which resulted in victory in the five rounds played.
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“I want to watch the fight again. I still have these moments of mine, when I can reflect on everything. I'm excited to have had fun in the Octagon. (…) I’m happy to have been able to listen to my coaches”, said the Nigerian.
Although he left a good impression on the judges and was satisfied with his dominance, Adesanya was critical of his performance. Although he won every round, the combatant measured himself.
“I would still give myself a 'C+' (evaluation system commonly used in the United States)”, he concluded.
This weekend, Adesanya proved that he absorbed the first defeat he suffered in his MMA career well. In March, the Nigerian moved up to light heavyweight (up to 93kg) and tried to win his second belt in the company. Before Jan Blachowicz, however, Israel was ultimately unsuccessful and was defeated in a unanimous decision by the judges.
Returning to the category in which he has been champion since 2019, the Nigerian made his third belt defense. After Yoel romero e Paulo borrachinha, Vettori now ends up included in the list of Adesanya's victims who were unable to take his throne.
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