Fighters look different before training camp compared to during training camp. Fans notice these changes in physique for fighters like Alex Pereira and Paddy Pimblett. Recently, Israel Adesanya also shocked everyone with his current weight, as revealed by his close ally, Dan Hooker. ‘The Hangman’ couldn’t keep this news to himself and disclosed Adesanya’s surprising new physique.
The news surprised everyone, causing fan talk ahead of Izzy’s upcoming fight. Moreover, Israel Adesanya’s physique and new strength also impressed the Hangman. Speaking on the Submission Radio, Hooker said,
“I can’t even think about sparring with him at the moment. The way he’s hitting me, I’d say he’s around 105 kilos. It’s evident he’s had some time off and used it to his advantage.”
Izzy weighs 230 lbs as he prepares to face Dricus DuPlessis at UFC 305. Despite the main event being a middleweight bout at 185 lbs, Adesanya’s current weight has drawn significant attention from fans.
One combat sports fan commented, “Honestly a smart move of Adesanya to take some time off after the loss to Strickland. Ever since Dricus won the belt, Izzy probably knew that he was his next opponent. Now he’s had a chance to put on size and better prepare for him, similar to Holloway bulking up to fight Gaethje.”
Another fan raised concerns about USADA, noting that Adesanya’s current weight might lead some to speculate about potential steroid use.
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Meanwhile, a fan suggested that Adesanya might consider moving up to light heavyweight.
Another combat sports enthusiast questioned why Adesanya is currently at 230 lbs if he will be cutting down to 185 lbs for the fight.
A fan commented that Adesanya still wouldn’t want to fight Alex Pereira, even with the potential move to light heavyweight.
UFC 305: Israel Adesanya vs. Dricus Du Plessis Fight Details
The UFC returns to Perth, Western Australia, for UFC 305 on August 18. Fans will see Israel Adesanya vs. Dricus Du Plessis in the main event. In addition to the main event showdown, fans will witness exciting bouts like Kai Kara-France vs. Steve Erceg and Tai Tuivasa vs. Jairzinho Rozenstruik, making this fight card action-packed. According to the UFC website, the PPV main card will start at 7 PM PT/10 PM ET/3 AM BST. Also, the UFC 305 will be a PPV event, streaming via ESPN+ PPV.
It will be Du Plessis’ first title defense. Can Adesanya cut down to 185 pounds again and reclaim the UFC Middleweight Championship for a third time? If he does, it will surely make history for Izzy. So make sure not to miss the live action on August 18!
