Is he going to retire? Adesanya opens his heart about a possible farewell after UFC Seattle.

Israel adesanya He is a former UFC champion. Photo: Reproduction/UFC Europe

Israel adesanya It's still unclear when he will end his MMA career. Currently in a slump, the Nigerian has suffered three consecutive defeats and is preparing to return to the octagon in the main event of... UFC Seattle, next Saturday (28), against joe pyferThe match is seen by some fans as crucial, with speculation that another defeat could mean the end of his career in the sport.

In an interview with '10 News', the former champion indicated that he cannot predict how many more fights he has ahead of him, highlighting the unpredictability of life and stating that only God knows how much longer he will remain active.

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“It’s good to know (how many battles are left), but you really can’t know because life happens. Life happens, you know? So, how many more do I still have? Only God knows,” she said. Israel adesanya.

Israel Adesanya hasn't won since facing Alex Poatan at UFC 287.

Alex Poatán was knocked out by Israel adesanya No. UFC 287 (Photo: Instagram/UFC)

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After being defeated by Poatan twice in kickboxing and once for the UFC middleweight title (up to 83,9kg), Adesanya had another opportunity against the Brazilian in... UFC 287, held in April 2023 in Miami. This time, however, the outcome it was different.

After struggling with low kicks in the first round and pressure at the start of the second, the Nigerian surprised everyone by landing a precise counter-punch that knocked out his rival, regaining the division title against his former nemesis.

However, since his victory over Poatan, Adesanya has not won again. The former champion has competed in three more matches and was ultimately defeated by... Sean Strickland, Dricus Du Plessis e Nassourdine Imavov, being defeated by unanimous decision, submission, and knockout, respectively.