The UFC rollercoaster has taken an unexpected turn. While Israel adesanya suffers another defeat upon completion by Dricus du Plessis No. UFC 305 from last Saturday (17), its biggest rival, Alex Poatán, consolidates his absolute reign in the light heavyweight division (up to 93kg.). The turnaround in the two fighters' careers comes from a crucial moment: the Nigerian's brutal knockout over the Brazilian, in April 2023.
In April 2023, euphoria took over Adesanya after knocking out Poatan. The promise of a long reign at middleweight echoed through the corridors of the octagon. However, the athlete's trajectory took an unexpected turn. Two defeats in a row, against Sean Strickland e Dricus du Plessis, shook the former champion’s confidence. Now, he is even talking about retirement.
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Meanwhile, the Brazilian was on an upward path. After the defeat to Israel, Alex decided to change categories and, in his light heavyweight debut, won Jan Blachowicz by points. The victory put him on the path to the title and, after defeating Jiri Prochazka twice and Jamahal hill, the Brazilian reached another level within the organization.
Adesanya in a new moment in his career
The fight between Adesanya and du Plessis was marked by balance, but everything changed in the fourth round. Despite being tired, the South African managed a rear naked choke that forced Adesanya to give up. With the victory, Dricus defended his title for the first time.
The turnaround in the two fighters' careers is a reminder that in MMA, with each fight, history can be rewritten. The ferris wheel UFC It's scarier than many people imagine.
