The world has been anxiously awaiting Israel Adesanya’s return to the competition, and it seems ‘The Last Stylebender’ rarely makes it back to the Octagon! The MMA field was shocked when Adesanya lost his title to Sean Strickland at UFC 293 last year despite being the clear favorite. After the fight, Adesanya said in an interview on ‘The Rock FM’, “I am now taking time to look after myself and I won’t be fighting for long”.
However, it looks like ‘The Last Stylebender’ is ready to unveil his new identity at middleweight on the upcoming UFC 305 card in Perth, Australia. In a video shared on his channel, Adesanya revealed the change in his mindset and approach during his hiatus, and may need reigning middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis take note of it!
Israel Adasanya Changes
Israel Adesanya recently spoke about his time away from the grid, saying, “I am happy, I am happy, it has been like a year, almost a year, 11 months since I’m back in the Octagon.” Adesanya’s final fight is against Sean Strickland in September 2023, . The UFC 305 card is scheduled for August of this year. While there is no official word on Adesanya’s appearance on the card, his reference to “11 months” of stepping foot inside the Octagon seems to indicate that he may be ‘The Last Stylebender ‘ fighting in the action.
Adesanya further stated in the video, “People are always like, ‘I hope you get the belt back’ like I have belts, I don’t need anymore belts. I’m coming for heads, that’s what I wanna do. Just a few that I have to touch.” The current middleweight king, Dricus Du Plessis, has also indicated that he is interested in taking on Adesanya this year, and with the former champion revealing his new mindset, ‘Stillknocks’ might be in for a tough fight when they do step into the cage against each other.
‘The Last Stylebender’ then revealed, “Everything comes at its own time, so right now it’s time for training, chilling, working, relaxing, healing and then when it’s time, time for killing,” reflecting the change in his approach at this point in his career.
Dan Hooker Threw a Bomb
As Israel Adesanya gears up for his comeback, his journey to the Octagon is not just about fights but about acquiring a fighter who has already achieved so much in his career but while there is no confirmation of a return date maybe a teammate has inadvertently resigned in a recent interview.
In a recent interview with a source, UFC lightweight Israel Adesanya and teammate Dan Hooker may have given fans a look at the schedule for the UFC’s PPV in Perth, Australia. Hooker revealed that he wasn’t supposed to be on the UFC 305 card at first, as he said, “It was like they were trying to push me later… later in the year, but I was like… I want him in Perth, so I ‘m kind of on that he stood his ground.” But why was he so determined to fight that particular card? ‘The Hangman’ revealed, “I just want to be on that day. You know, Kai’s in it, Izzy’s in it, like, and I want to have fun.”
UFC 305: Musical
UFC 305 is shaping up to be an exciting pay-per-view event in Perth, which could feature Israel Adesanya and Kai Kara-France alongside Dan Hooker, adding a lot of excitement and anticipation! With Adesanya aiming for challenges other than regaining a belt, and the possibility of facing reigning middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis at the event, fans can expect an exciting time of action with ‘The Last Stylebender’ once again gracing the Octagon with his presence.
A New Idea of Acquisition
Adesanya’s fresh approach and perspective has added new excitement to his comeback. The fighter’s focus has shifted from simply collecting belts to discovering and overcoming new challenges. This change in attitude will no doubt make his return to the Octagon more appealing.
Expectations Build
As the anticipation for UFC 305 builds, fans are eager to see how Adesanya’s time away from the sport has changed. With a newfound focus and a strong desire to prove himself, ‘The Last Stylebender’ is poised to make a big impact. Whether he’s facing Dricus du Plessis or another top contender, Adesanya’s return promises to be a highlight on the UFC calendar.
