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    Dricus Du Plessis of South Africa has his arm raised by Israel Adesanya of Nigeria after winning the Middleweight championship fight by submission during UFC 305 at RAC Arena on August 18, 2024 in Perth, Australia.
    Sports
    19 August 2024

    Four Takeaways from Dricus du Plessis and Israel Adesanya’s All-African UFC Title Fight

    Dricus du Plessis won his first title defense against the former champion, after which both fighters shared mutual respect away from the pre-fight animosity and drama.

    Opponents Dricus Du Plessis of South Africa and Israel Adesanya of Nigeria face off during the UFC 305 press conference at RAC Arena on August 16, 2024 in Perth, Australia.
    Sports
    16 August 2024

    Dricus Du Plessis vs. Israel Adesanya is the Fight for African Supremacy in the UFC

    The anticipated fight between the South African middleweight title holder and the Nigerian-born former champion has been marked by a unique blend of drama and animosity.

    An image of Israel Adesanya floating in a pool of flowers.
    Film + TV
    18 July 2023

    A New Documentary Aims to Reach the Emotional Core of Israel ‘Stylebender’ Adesanya

    The documentary, titled 'Stylebender,' will approach UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya in terms of showing his vulnerability, his fears and struggles especially around stepping up into that new level of fame.

    Nigerian Fighter Israel Adesanya Earns Interim UFC Middleweight Title In Unforgettable Match
    Sports
    15 April 2019

    Nigerian Fighter Israel Adesanya Earns Interim UFC Middleweight Title In Unforgettable Match

    It's already being called "the fight of the year"

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