The Middleweight division has been in shambles since Israel Adesanya lost his title to Sean Strickland. Since Izzy lost his bout, no champion has been able to defend the belt. Israel Adesanya is well aware of how things go at the top and has been preparing for his return to fighting. Recently, Israel was spotted taking about and giving some massive props to Alex Pereira in the octagon. Alex Pereira has been the talk of the town since capturing his second title in the Light Heavyweight division.
Alex Pereira and Israel Adesanya go way back in the octagon. The duo have fought before in the glory days.
Israel Adesanya gives massive props to Alex Pereira
Israel Adesanya has been in the octagon With Pereira four times now. The two exchanged blows several times throughout their careers. Alex has won three bouts, and Israel won the last time. Just like everyone in the MMA world, Israel also seems to be impressed with what Periera has been able to do in UFC. In an interview, Israel Said,
He’s a special human being. What he’s done in this game, in fighting and for his life, as well, I’ll always respect him.
Israel Adesanya made it clear that he holds Alex Pereira in high regard. Israel showed massive respect to his opponent, with whom he had spent much time inside the cage. It was heartening to see Izzy talking up his octagon rival. Adesanya and Pereira might have hurt each other brutally in the past, but both hold each other in high regard. This shows the good side of MMA, the most brutal sport in the world.
Alex Pereira last lost to Israel Adesanya when he got knocked out in the second round of their fight. He came back to claim the Light Heavyweight title, a feat that Adesanya failed to achieve. Alex is a phenomenal kickboxer who knocked out former champion Jamahal Hill in the first round of their fight in the octagon. Pereira is the heavy favorite going against anyone in the octagon.
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