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The UFC had a milestone date in mind for Israel Adesanya's return.
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After taking time to reflect, Israel Adesanya has addressed his recent UFC title loss.
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Israel Adesanya has lost his UFC middleweight championship for a second time.
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The bout will be Adesanya's 11th title fight in a row.
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A documentary on MMA champ Israel Adesanya will premiere in New York City in June.
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‘He’s another child’: UFC rival responds to Adesanya taunting his son
Adesanya was criticised for his "petty" celebration after his knockout victory.
Adesanya slammed for ‘pathetic’ act toward rival’s son
Adesanya went too far after his knockout win.
Israel Adesanya delivers spine-tingling speech after win over Alex Pereira
The “hunter is now the hunted”.
'Revenge is sweet': Adesanya knocks out longtime rival for UFC title
Israel Adesanya claimed the UFC title back in emphatic fashion.
Live: Adesanya knocks out Pereira to reclaim UFC middleweight title
Israel Adesanya looks to reclaim his place at the top of the UFC middleweight division.
Donald Trump spotted in crowd at Israel Adesanya fight
Former president was seen sitting alongside Mike Tyson, Kid Rock and UFC boss Dana White.
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A thrilling fight on the undercard has already been dubbed the fight of the year.
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