virago:


Yoel Romero packs a killer punch , it would take all its got to beat Romero

Which killer punch? why him no use am against Whitaker? Yoel might just be sitting duck for Israel. He'll be picked apart one by one.

Elemosho478:



My analysis says you should worry more about your future 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

Is that not what I said in my first comment on this thread?
And show me where I said that he will lose against Anderson before the fight? Or u just want to say nonsense because u don't have anything else to say? And where have I predicted his failure before?

Lol typical African mind. Criticism is wishing failure to shallow minds. U think his coaches aren't telling him some of the things we are saying about him? Or u think his coaches are like u bloody casuals that just wish everything will be fine and don't consider reality?

Guy shift abeg. I am getting dumber just having a conversation with u. Go and look for backwards fvcks that think like u do.

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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.

Hmmm, u r right about d height thing especially if one knows how to use it. Fighting is all these things u mentioned plus a heart to win. Israel will beat Yoel. I saw Yoel's fight against Whitaker and I was disappointed at d way he fought. Silver destroys dis two guys if he was still Anderson Silver of old. And Israel fought someone close to dat.
In another one year or so, Whittaker and Romero wont be competition to reckon with because they are contemporary predictable fighters. When u step up a Connor McGregor, Adesanya is what u get.

reidkrugger:


Which killer punch? why him no use am against Whitaker? Yoel might just be sitting duck for Israel. He'll be picked apart one by one.

Lol. Did u watch the 2 Whitaker vs Romero fights at all? It seems u guys just started watching MMA this year with the way u argue.

You can't read!!

inoki247:
is the guy representing Isreal or Nigeria

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Lol. Did u watch the 2 Whitaker vs Romero fights at all? It seems u guys just started watching MMA this year with the way u argue.

I'm not aware of a 2.

NPComplete:


Lol. Did u watch the 2 Whitaker vs Romero fights at all? It seems u guys just started watching MMA this year with the way u argue.

Lol. you've seen MMA on YouTube. Have you seen it in real life? Have u ever been involved in anything MMA?

reidkrugger:

I'm not aware of a 2.

See what I am saying? Most of u guys arguing here are just recent MMA fans.

They have had 2 fights within the space of one year. And Whitaker won both by decision. It was a brutal fight that most people argued that Romero won both but was cheated out.
To me the fights were too close to call. And unfortunately for Romero, Whitaker had the belt so I agree with him keeping it. At a point in the first fight, it felt like Romero wanted to behead Whitaker with punches. But Whitaker has a strong chin. Too strong.

NPComplete:


See what I am saying? Most of u guys arguing here are just recent MMA fans.

They have had 2 fights within the space of one year. And Whitaker won both by decision. It was a brutal fight that most people argued that Romero won both but was cheated out.
To me the fights were too close to call. And unfortunately for Romero, Whitaker had the belt so I agree with him keeping it. At a point in the first fight, it felt like Romero wanted to behead Whitaker with punches. But Whitaker has a strong chin. Too strong.

Which fight were too close? I watched d first and Yoel was repeated mauled and outclassed in his game. Yoel is more of a grappler but couldn't secure one takedown. Infact, it didn't seem like he came to win as his attitude spoke different.
Now, based on dat I gave up on seeing any of their fights to maybe later. which u have confirmed dat he's lost on both counts. So what are we talking about? How do u judge a good fighter? Do you think because A beat B, and B beats C so a can beat both? That's not how it works Brov. Plus, I've been in d. MMA business as a person for close to twenty years sir. And I'm talking, ACTUAL EXPERIENCE, not Television.

NEW ZEALAND

deavicky:
I yam not undastandin, Nigeria born where is he now

reidkrugger:


Which fight were too close? I watched d first and Yoel was repeated mauled and outclassed in his game. Yoel is more of a grappler but couldn't secure one takedown. Infact, it didn't seem like he came to win as his attitude spoke different.
Now, based on dat I gave up on seeing any of their fights to maybe later. which u have confirmed dat he's lost on both counts. So what are we talking about? How do u judge a good fighter? Do you think because A beat B, and B beats C so a can beat both? That's not how it works Brov. Plus, I've been in d. MMA business as a person for close to twenty years sir. And I'm talking, ACTUAL EXPERIENCE, not Television.

And this guy said he watched the first fight. LMAO.
I am done with u jare.

A lot of pundits gave the fight to Gastelum because of his take down prowess.
Having height has its disadvantages especially you are susceptible to take downs.
I was actually surprised Adesanya won.
His victory should not be underestimated at all.
This guy has believe and he his unto something.
He is good with his foot and strike, you will not want to underestimate such a guy.
Jon Jones has not faced this type of opponent that is good with strike and leg work.
Style bender might surprise him.

#my2cent

Up nija at last now they we not encourage him

fabyom:
A lot of pundits gave the fight to Gastelum because of his take down prowess.
Having height has its disadvantages especially you are susceptible to take downs.
I was actually surprised Adesanya won.
His victory should not be underestimated at all.
This guy has believe and he his unto something.
He is good with his foot and strike, you will not want to underestimate such a guy.
Jon Jones has not faced this type of opponent that is good with strike and leg work.
Style bender might surprise him.

#my2cent

Abeg which pundit gave the fight to Gastelum o? Where do u guys get your news from?

Adesanya was the clear favorite coming into that fight by far. Most people predicted he will win effortlessly. Nobody even thought it would go the distance.

NPComplete:


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.

It was 50-50 and Dana White picked that particular match up to either end Silva reign and launch Isreal to stardom or kill his hype.

Why did you think he was picked against Kelvin Gastelum for UFC first ESPN PPV (200 million subscribers)?

Dana White and the rest of the UFC team understand he is growing on people. In Fact, people are saying this fight against Kelvin Gastelum is the best PPV they've seen in a long time.

We knew Kelvin Gastelum can punch going into the fight, but Isreal was too careful, hence, allowing Gastelum to rock him and touch him up way too much given his height and reach.

However, his takedown defence was good tonight. He will need to do more against Rob if that fight ever happens.

big congrats to king Israel!.. more belts to your waist!

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Abeg which pundit gave the fight to Gastelum o? Where do u guys get your news from?

Adesanya was the clear favorite coming into that fight by far. Most people predicted he will win effortlessly. Nobody even thought it would go the distance.

Bro, you can't be staying in your cage and be contradicting others opinions.
Pray tell me the pundits that gave the fight to Adesanya then I will give you the link to mine

#chikena

Truth234:


It was 50-50 and Dana White picked that particular match up to either end Silva reign and launch Isreal to stardom or kill his hype.

Why did you think he was picked against Kelvin Gastelum for UFC first ESPN PPV (200 million subscribers)?

Dana White and the rest of the UFC team understand he is growing on people. In Fact, people are saying this fight against Kelvin Gastelum is the best PPV they've seen in a long time.

We knew Kelvin Gastelum can punch going into the fight, but Isreal was too careful, hence, allowing Gastelum to rock him and touch him up way too much given his height and reach.

However, his takedown defence was good tonight. He will need to do more against Rob if that fight ever happens.

Finally. Someone that understands the game.

I think Dana knew he was gonna beat Silva though. Their fighting style is just similar and Silva is not much of a take-down threat.

fabyom:

Bro, you can't be staying in your cage and be contradicting others opinions.
Pray tell me the pundits that gave the fight to Adesanya then I will give you the link to mine

#chikena

First, what were the odds?

Much loved till he is accused of rape

inoki247:
is the guy representing Isreal or Nigeria

Olodo, one of his name is Israel... Israel Adesanya

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Finally. Someone that understands the game.

I think Dana knew he was gonna beat Silva though. Their fighting style is just similar and Silva is not much of a take-down threat.

It is very likely, Dana needs marketable names for UFC because of Conor erratic nature.

Again, he has been pushing Adesanya since then and now put him on ESPN PPV, the biggest sport channel. So its possible.

NPComplete:


Finally. Someone that understands the game.

I think Dana knew he was gonna beat Silva though. Their fighting style is just similar and Silva is not much of a take-down threat.

There is nothing similar about there styles and Silver is a take down threat. He is a BJJ practitioner. They lock, strangle and break bones. U r just a fan. Some of us are more into this thing than Television.

glory glory glory Israel Adesanya Oodua we rep

Truth234:


It was 50-50 and Dana White picked that particular match up to either end Silva reign and launch Isreal to stardom or kill his hype.

Why did you think he was picked against Kelvin Gastelum for UFC first ESPN PPV (200 million subscribers)?

Dana White and the rest of the UFC team understand he is growing on people. In Fact, people are saying this fight against Kelvin Gastelum is the best PPV they've seen in a long time.

We knew Kelvin Gastelum can punch going into the fight, but Isreal was too careful, hence, allowing Gastelum to rock him and touch him up way too much given his height and reach.

However, his takedown defence was good tonight. He will need to do more against Rob if that fight ever happens.

I saw a lot of holes in Israel's game tonight that worries me.
1. He's not using his reach advantage effectively like Jones cause Kevin kept tagging him. So he will have difficulty with anybody with decent footwork that knows how to quickly cover some distance. Whitaker fight will be interesting to watch.
2. He didn't release his full striking arsenal as often as I'd like. Kevin is one of the best, but that fight was mostly on the feet and for an ex Muay Thai fighter, it was highly competitive than it needed to be.
3. His take down defense tonight was great, but how does he handle a high caliber pressure wrestler in the mold of Weidman?
4. He took too many shots in the head, so his movement was pretty flat tonight. But i noticed that happened after Kevin dropped him in the first round. Everyone has a plan till you get punched in the face, according to Tyson. I don't see him surviving a 3rd round Romero onslaught
5. His jujitsu looked sloppy when he tried that triangle. He better not get on the ground with someone like Jacare


Those are my top concerns based on this performance, but Israel learns quickly and keeps improving for someone that just started mma a few years ago.

I'll keep supporting. Now, he better shut up about fighting Jon Jones. Ofe ku niye

We should stop claiming champions created by foreign nations and develop ours.
Mayweather said once ‘the strongest competitor I ever faced was a guy from Zimbabwe. That dude hit like a ton of bricks.’.
Yes we don’t have the facilities but we can bring international trainers to teach what they know.
Our fighters lack discipline and throw away strategy to emotion.
If good trainers make their way here we can create the next Tim Bradley or Daniel Cormier even without proper training equipment.
I’m not saying we’ll make Mayweather and McGregor types but athletes able to hold their own in weight divisions.

Ipob go dey vex now. That name adesanya to them na headache. Yoruba nwaannee

reidkrugger:


There is nothing similar about there styles and Silver is a take down threat. He is a BJJ practitioner. They lock, strangle and break bones. U r just a fan. Some of us are more into this thing than Television.

Keep deceiving yourself. When u are done, tell me how a 44 year old BJJ fighter who has been out of practice for over 2 years will take down a fighter like Isreal with one of the best take down defences and striking ability in the UFC. And don't forget that Silva also has to worry about punches when going for the takedown.

In case u don't know, The Spider was known more for his high-level striking ability than his grappling.

You can only deceive yourself and other online casuals about your knowledge and experience with MMA. Those of us that know better aren't fazed and will just keep laughing and watching u hype urself. Lol

meobizy:
We should stop claiming champions created by foreign nations and develop ours.
Mayweather said once ‘the strongest competitor I ever faced was a guy from Zimbabwe. That dude hit like a ton of bricks.’.
Yes we don’t have the facilities but we can bring international trainers to teach what they know.
Our fighters lack discipline and throw away strategy to emotion.
If good trainers make their way here we can create the next Tim Bradley or Daniel Cormier even without proper training equipment.
I’m not saying we’ll make Mayweather and McGregor types but athletes able to hold their own in weight divisions.

Are you mad? He claims Nigeria in his fights, same with Kamaru. He isn't like Jimi Manuwa that claims England

kayfra:


I saw a lot of holes in Israel's game tonight that worries me.
1. He's not using his reach advantage effectively like Jones cause Kevin kept tagging him. So he will have difficulty with anybody with decent footwork that knows how to quickly cover some distance. Whitaker fight will be interesting to watch.
2. He didn't release his full striking arsenal as often as I'd like. Kevin is one of the best, but that fight was mostly on the feet and for an ex Muay Thai fighter, it was highly competitive than it needed to be.
3. His take down defense tonight was great, but how does he handle a high caliber pressure wrestler in the mold of Weidman?
4. He took too many shots in the head, so his movement was pretty flat tonight. But i noticed that happened after Kevin dropped him in the first round. Everyone has a olan till you get punched in the face, according to Tyson. I don't see him surviving a 3rd Romero onslaught
5. His jujitsu looked sloppy when he tried that triangle. He better not get on the ground with someone like Jacare


Those are my top concerns based on this performance, but Israel learns quickly and keeps improving for someone that just started mma a few years ago.

I'll keep supporting. Now, he better shut up about fighting Jon Jones. Ofe ku niye

Hahahaha.

Shhhhhhh. They will come and call u a hater now.

kayfra:


Are you mad? He claims Nigeria in his fights, same with Kamaru. He isn't like Jimi Manuwa that claims England

Who cares?
During the match all the commentators kept repeating was ‘he is bringing the title to New Zealand.’.
It means no matter how many times you people ring it they will only recognize the country which trained him.

meobizy:

Who cares?
During the match all the commentators kept repeating was ‘he is bringing the title to New Zealand.’.
It means no matter how many times you people ring it they will only recognize the country which trained him.

What flag did you see next to his name and which country did Bruce Buffer, the announcer, say he was representing? Nigeria

Israel is a proud Nigerian. Omoluabi to the core. You saw his Yoruba parents too abi? Dem speak Kiwi to you?

Stop hating. Omoluabis keep representing.