K. Usman (left) and I. Adesanya (right) have already stated that they have no interest in a superfight. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
Undisputed leader of welterweights (up to 77kg.) in Ultimate, Kamaru Usman always made a point of making public his friendship with Israel adesanya, owner of the UFC middleweight title (up to 83,9kg). With just one weight division away from his compatriot, the Nigerian has already stated that he has no interest in a superfight against 'Izzy'. The athlete, however, found only one possible scenario.
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“If Adesanya and I decide we want to compete, and the UFC throws US$100 million (more than R$500 million) at us, we will make it happen,” said Usman, in an interview with 'ESPN'.
Welterweight champion since 2019, Kamaru has attracted more and more attention in MMA for his constant evolution. Since he assumed the throne of the category, the athlete has gone through four challenges, winning in every situation.
On the other hand, Adesanya has also done well in maintaining the middleweight belt. Leader of the group since 2019, the Nigerian has so far had three title defenses and has the next one confirmed for January 22nd, in a rematch against Robert whittaker.
This Saturday (5), Usman will also meet up with an old acquaintance. In his third commitment in 2021, the Nigerian faces Colby covington, a rival with whom he shared the octagon almost two years ago and featured in one of the best clashes of that season.
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