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Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by EvilMetahuman: 9:27am On Apr 14, 2019
omoluabi

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Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by iragbmite: 9:28am On Apr 14, 2019
Another YORUBA man dominating. And We are supposed to be cowards. Yiiibos are very delusional

The same way Yiiibos think they are good at business yet they are not even in the top 20 richest Nigerians

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Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by Isoduwa(m): 9:34am On Apr 14, 2019
FUCKU:


Anderson Silva. Legend. one of the greats. From Brazil, South America



Clap �� for yourself
Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by Reference(m): 9:34am On Apr 14, 2019
Knew he would. Congrats to a real badass.
Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by Cyoung4real(m): 9:44am On Apr 14, 2019
ClearFlair:
Let’s put Nnamdi Kanu in the ring with this guy and Anthony Joshua so they can beat the foolishness out of his soul.

After that we’ll throw Atiku in the ring, then Obi will follow. We will finish the event with the panel-beating of Reno O’mockery. cheesy

Na just my 5 years old sister go beat buhari till he pass out.
Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by 9jaRealist: 9:46am On Apr 14, 2019
inoki247:
is the guy representing Isreal or Nigeria

grin grin grin

His name is Israel...
A name that I am yet to see among Israelis.

But then again, many years ago I once met an African-American named “Nigeria”!

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Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by reidkrugger(m): 9:49am On Apr 14, 2019
NPComplete:
He is the interim champion because the champion's out sick.
A lot of people still believe Izzy is a hype though because he couldn't finish Gastelum despite his significant height and reach advantage and Gastelum is like the 4th ranked Middleweight fighter. But at least with this fight he has proven he is a top 5 contender at the very least.
I will like to see how he does against the likes of Whitaker, Yoel Romero and Luke Rockhold in this 185lb division before I actually decide about him.

For now he should shut up about Jon Jones and focus on acquiring some grappling skills. Jon Jones will maul him judging by his recent performance against Silva and Gastelum.

He will crush Luke Rockhold. Now since Yoel wrestles and if his ground game is good, Yoel is a gunner too. Whitaker however is a different kind of beast. Adesanya fought and beat an Anderson Silver in an epic battle. Silver nor be beans to fight for ring. He finishes fighters in d first round.
Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by Elemosho478: 9:52am On Apr 14, 2019
Ewedegubbler:
Afonja amaka

Stop adding Amaka to Afonja, Afonja Ajoka it no go better for Amaka grin
Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by NPComplete: 9:58am On Apr 14, 2019
reidkrugger:


He will crush Luke Rockhold. Now since Yoel wrestles and if his ground game is good, Yoel is a gunner too. Whitaker however is a different kind of beast. Adesanya fought and beat an Anderson Silver in an epic battle. Silver nor be beans to fight for ring. He finishes fighters in d first round.

What are u saying? He couldn't maul Gastelum with almost a foot of height advantage and 8 inches of reach advantage and u are saying he will cruch Rockhold? Lol. Gastelum even had him in the 4th round or did u watch another fight?
Unfortunately we haven't seen Adesanya's ground game and considering his history, it isn't likely he is good on the ground.

Wait did u just mention Silva? Anderson Silva is 44 and hasn't fought in over 2 years. And u are claiming he beat that Silva? Lol. Don't make me laugh please.
Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by Elemosho478: 9:59am On Apr 14, 2019
Anthony Joshua doing it for us and Adesanya doing it for us, May they both Reign Long as Champion of the Entire World
Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by Oddsman(m): 10:01am On Apr 14, 2019
inoki247:
is the guy representing Isreal or Nigeria

In UFC, you represent yourself. He is making his homeland proud
Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by Elemosho478: 10:02am On Apr 14, 2019
NPComplete:


What are u saying? He couldn't maul Gastelum with almost a foot of height advantage and 8 inches of reach advantage and u are saying he will cruch Rockhold? Lol. Gastelum even had him in the 4th round or did u watch another fight?
Unfortunately we haven't seen Adesanya's ground game and considering his history, it isn't likely he is good on the ground.

Wait did u just mention Silva? Anderson Silva is 44 and hasn't fought in over 2 years. And u are claiming he beat that Silva? Lol. Don't make me laugh please.

You are just an Hater go get a life dude. The ref declared him the winner in both events, his opponents were not fools and weaklings to just let him walk over

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Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by fantasticone1(m): 10:05am On Apr 14, 2019
Famocious:
Big up to the swagman aka The Last Stylebender..

He was born in Lagos..
He doesn't deny his naija identity even though he represents the New Zealand when he fights.

Plenty crude talents in this country but no standard facility to harness and refine them.

We keep on loosing our best talents/brains and hands to the foreign world where their crude talents are refined and well rewarded.
Israel represents Nigeria same as Kamaru too.
Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by NPComplete: 10:07am On Apr 14, 2019
Elemosho478:


You are just an Hater go get a life dude. The ref declared him the winner in both events, his opponents were not fools and weaklings to just let him walk over


The problem with u casuals is that u argue with emotions and not out of any sense or ability to analyze. U just admitted u lack both. I made my analysis. You could counter my views by doing some analysis to show me I am wrong. Instead u resorted to the usual "hater" and "go get a life" line. LMAO. Weak-minded clowns.

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Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by 9gerian: 10:08am On Apr 14, 2019
Amen!!!


Elemosho478:
Anthony Joshua doing it for us and Adesanya doing it for us, May they both Reign Long as Champion of the Entire World
Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by 9gerian: 10:09am On Apr 14, 2019
Kamarou too. NIGERIA has more upcoming champions...

Elemosho478:
Anthony Joshua doing it for us and Adesanya doing it for us, May they both Reign Long as Champion of the Entire World

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Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by Himmler: 10:10am On Apr 14, 2019
deavicky:
I yam not undastandin, Nigeria born where is he now
Australia
Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by mchc1001: 10:11am On Apr 14, 2019
Exactly he represent Nigeria and not New Zealand, there is another Nigeria belt holder from Auchi his name is kumaru he also represent Nigeria

quote author=Lifestone post=77526311]
Na. I have watched several of his fights, he brings Nigeria flag to his corner[/quote]
Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by Himmler: 10:13am On Apr 14, 2019
Op, how do u knock out someone twice in the same fight? You should say "knocked him down" twice not knocked him out twice. A knockout means the fight is over so it can't happen twice in a fight.

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Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by mchc1001: 10:15am On Apr 14, 2019
He represent Nigeria.

quote author=Famocious post=77526459]

I know, that is part of naija identity. He represents New Zealand in his professional bouts[/quote]
Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by reidkrugger(m): 10:15am On Apr 14, 2019
NPComplete:


What are u saying? He couldn't maul Gastelum with almost a foot of height advantage and 8 inches of reach advantage and u are saying he will cruch Rockhold? Lol. Gastelum even had him in the 4th round or did u watch another fight?
Unfortunately we haven't seen Adesanya's ground game and considering his history, it isn't likely he is good on the ground.

Wait did u just mention Silva? Anderson Silva is 44 and hasn't fought in over 2 years. And u are claiming he beat that Silva? Lol. Don't make me laugh please.

Fighting has nothing to do with height. Luke lost to Bisping. A shorter opponent. And so did Nate to Connor in their second fight. Silver had a fracture fighting and dat took him away from d ring bcuz he had to heal. while there, he made minced meat of the best fighters in dat division and has beaten the betters of most of dis guys u mentioned.
And just so u know, Dana runs d UFC and gets rid of u when he doesn't like ur face or ego. Coming back to Silva, how won't he be ranked 44 as u said when he hasn't been fighting. Active participation increases rankings. For me, style bender has got one of the best accurate punches, hand forms and foot work in d UFC. He doesn't just punch bcuz there's an opening. He punches bcuz he knows he can reach u and get away with it. Adesanya is underated which is good. But he had age, hunger and skill by his side. Bros... Have you seen him punch?

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Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by maigemuu: 10:18am On Apr 14, 2019
writefreely:
Is he an Israelite?

He is a canaanite
Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by samsam2019: 10:20am On Apr 14, 2019
NPComplete:
He is the interim champion because the champion's out sick.
A lot of people still believe Izzy is a hype though because he couldn't finish Gastelum despite his significant height and reach advantage and Gastelum is like the 4th ranked Middleweight fighter. But at least with this fight he has proven he is a top 5 contender at the very least.
I will like to see how he does against the likes of Whitaker, Yoel Romero and Luke Rockhold in this 185lb division before I actually decide about him.

For now he should shut up about Jon Jones and focus on acquiring some grappling skills. Jon Jones will maul him judging by his recent performance against Silva and Gastelum.
it's good to see greatness and appreciate. To belittle a guy who has pain his dues is just pure hating



Before he faced Silva everyone said he'd get schooled but he beat the old man soundly. Jones is another case entirely as he is light heavyweight. Israel will have to move up in weight( which he can do) . His grappling may not be as good as bones but he is a far better striker than him and he's also faster. Also bones is a drug cheat

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Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by Topmaike007(m): 10:21am On Apr 14, 2019
inoki247:
is the guy representing Isreal or Nigeria
that name Israel is his name
Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by samsam2019: 10:21am On Apr 14, 2019
ClearFlair:
Let’s put Nnamdi Kanu in the ring with this guy and Anthony Joshua so they can beat the foolishness out of his soul.

After that we’ll throw Atiku in the ring, then Obi will follow. We will finish the event with the panel-beating of Reno O’mockery. cheesy
ori e to buru
Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by reidkrugger(m): 10:26am On Apr 14, 2019
samsam2019:
it's good to see greatness and appreciate. To belittle a guy who has pain his dues is just pure hating



Before he faced Silva everyone said he'd get schooled but he beat the old man soundly. Jones is another case entirely as he is light heavyweight. Israel will have to move up in weight( which he can do) . His grappling may not be as good as bones but he is a far better striker than him and he's also faster. Also bones is a drug cheat

Dude. Jones go maul Israel. No go there.

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Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by NPComplete: 10:27am On Apr 14, 2019
samsam2019:
it's good to see greatness and appreciate. To belittle a guy who has pain his dues is just pure hating



Before he faced Silva everyone said he'd get schooled but he beat the old man soundly. Jones is another case entirely as he is light heavyweight. Israel will have to move up in weight( which he can do) . His grappling may not be as good as bones but he is a far better striker than him and he's also faster. Also bones is a drug cheat

Nobody said he'll get schooled against Silva. Isreal was the favorite going into that fight and Silva was the underdog. Go and check it again. Everyone knew he was gonna beat Silva.
Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by virago(f): 10:29am On Apr 14, 2019
NPComplete:
He is the interim champion because the champion's out sick.
A lot of people still believe Izzy is a hype though because he couldn't finish Gastelum despite his significant height and reach advantage and Gastelum is like the 4th ranked Middleweight fighter. But at least with this fight he has proven he is a top 5 contender at the very least.
I will like to see how he does against the likes of Whitaker, Yoel Romero and Luke Rockhold in this 185lb division before I actually decide about him.

For now he should shut up about Jon Jones and focus on acquiring some grappling skills. Jon Jones will maul him judging by his recent performance against Silva and Gastelum.

Yoel Romero packs a killer punch , it would take all its got to beat Romero
Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by ClearFlair: 10:31am On Apr 14, 2019
samsam2019:
ori e to buru

Ta n lobo tin quote mi
Ori awon Iran e lo buru...omo ale jatijati ori e ti gbale. Koto se oju bi ti opolo. Awon ole osi ti ti won ti ta! Alainiruno oponu osi. Ja daanu! Iwo bawo. Ibo ni were tin bo. Maa ko egba fun e leti ori to se korofo yen ma pe waa ni.
Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by Elemosho478: 10:32am On Apr 14, 2019
NPComplete:


The problem with u casuals is that u argue with emotions and not out of any sense or ability to analyze. U just admitted u lack both. I made my analysis. You could counter my views by doing some analysis to show me I am wrong. Instead u resorted to the usual "hater" and "go get a life" line. LMAO. Weak-minded clowns.


My analysis says you should worry more about your future cheesy He is not going to stay stagnant and he still have a lot of time to improve, you lot said the same thing before he fight Anderson and he won, you said the same thing before this fight and he won as usual, if you are not tired about predicting his failure you can go ahead

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Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by iragbmite: 10:32am On Apr 14, 2019
ClearFlair:


Ta n lobo tin quote mi
Ori awon Iran e lo buru...omo ale jatijati ori e ti gbale. Koto se oju bi ti opolo. Awon ole osi ti ti won ti ta! Alainiruno oponu osi. Ja daanu! Iwo bawo. Ibo ni were tin bo. Maa ko egba fun e leti ori to se korofo yen ma pe waa ni.

Odua tokan tokan

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Re: Israel Adesanya Wins UFC Interim Middleweight title at UFC 236 by NPComplete: 10:36am On Apr 14, 2019
reidkrugger:


Fighting has nothing to do with height. Luke lost to Bisping. A shorter opponent. And so did Nate to Connor in their second fight. Silver had a fracture fighting and dat took him away from d ring bcuz he had to heal. while there, he made minced meat of the best fighters in dat division and has beaten the betters of most of dis guys u mentioned.
And just so u know, Dana runs d UFC and gets rid of u when he doesn't like ur face or ego. Coming back to Silva, how won't he be ranked 44 as u said when he hasn't been fighting. Active participation increases rankings. For me, style bender has got one of the best accurate punches, hand forms and foot work in d UFC. He doesn't just punch bcuz there's an opening. He punches bcuz he knows he can reach u and get away with it. Adesanya is underated which is good. But he had age, hunger and skill by his side. Bros... Have you seen him punch?

Fighting has a lot to do with height. Have u ever heard of "height advantage" and "reach advantage"? The fact that u are denying it makes me laugh. And the height difference between Kevin and Stylebender is far more than that between Bisping and Rockhold. Don't forget that Rockhold beat Bisping the first time too.

Of course those advantage are not helpful if u can't use it well against an opponent. But we all know Izzy uses his height and reach advantage well. Just like Jon Jones does.

Yes I agree with u, Stylebender has the best striking in the UFC. I don't think anyone comes close. But if he has to face well-rounded fighters that can grapple and are as tall and stronger, I don't think he will do as well.
He couldn't even finish short and fat Gastelum or Silva that is 44 years old. Trust me, he will have a very hard time against Romero or Whitaker.

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