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Israel Adesanya UFC Losses: How Many Times Has He Been Defeated?

Israel Adesanya, one of the UFC’s most prominent fighters, has had an impressive career, but he’s not invincible. Let’s delve into Adesanya’s UFC losses and what they mean for his journey in the octagon.

As of now, Israel Adesanya holds a record of 14 wins and 2 losses in the UFC, with a professional MMA career totaling 23 wins and 2 losses. Both of his MMA defeats occurred within the UFC, with his most recent loss coming via TKO against Alex Pereira at UFC 281.

Israel Adesanya’s UFC Losses

Adesanya’s loss to Alex Pereira at UFC 281 was a significant setback, costing him his middleweight belt. However, he’s determined to make a comeback and is set to face Pereira again at UFC 287 in a bid to reclaim his title.

Before his encounter with Pereira, Adesanya faced another setback in his pursuit of glory when he challenged Jan Blachowicz for the light heavyweight title at UFC 259 in March 2021. Unfortunately for Adesanya, Blachowicz successfully defended his 205 lbs championship by defeating Adesanya unanimously in all five rounds.

The loss against Blachowicz marked Adesanya’s first unsuccessful attempt at a title in the UFC, and it showed that moving up in weight class wasn’t an easy task.

 

It’s worth noting that Alex Pereira was no stranger to Adesanya. The two had previously met in kickboxing matches, with Pereira emerging victorious on both occasions. Their history added an extra layer of intensity to their MMA clash at UFC 281.

The fight between Adesanya and Pereira at UFC 281 was a closely contested one. Adesanya demonstrated his skills and even led on the judge’s scorecard for a portion of the bout. He displayed effective wrestling and landed significant hits on Pereira.

However, in the final round, the tables turned dramatically. Alex Pereira unleashed a barrage of punches that drained Adesanya’s energy and left him staggering against the cage. The referee intervened, calling it a stoppage victory for Pereira.

Jan Blachowicz and Alex Pereira are the only two fighters who have handed Israel Adesanya defeats in the UFC. Despite these losses, Adesanya remains a formidable force in the world of mixed martial arts, and his determination to bounce back will undoubtedly keep fans eagerly watching his future endeavors in the octagon.

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