Israel Adesanya has always been familiar with success. But what occurs when a top competitor like Izzy faces a downfall?
He adapts to the situation, as is the case now. Adesanya is gearing up to fight the #5 ranked 185-pounder Nassourdine Imavov at UFC Fight Night 250, marking a fresh start after nearly six years.
Adesanya is no stranger to challenges, but consecutive losses, including a surprising submission loss to current middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis, have placed his career under close examination.
Despite the setbacks, Izzy had various options for his next opponent. Nassourdine Imavov was chosen, though other contenders like Caio Borralho were also considered.
Adesanya’s decision to face Imavov over Borralho has stirred fan interest, with some speculating that he was avoiding the Brazilian fighter. Borralho himself didn’t shy away from addressing the situation, adding fuel to the debate.
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