When Is Israel Adesanya’s Next Fight?

Israel Adesanya is the former undisputed UFC Middleweight Champion, who was able to defend his title five consecutive times until long-time rival Alex Pereira defeated him in November 2022 via fifth-round TKO. It was a heartbreaking loss for “The Last Stylebender” as he was already ahead of the judges’ scorecards.

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Despite receiving his second professional MMA loss, Adesanya is still a perennial contender in online sports betting through UFC odds. But will the Nigerian-New Zealander get an outright title rematch with Pereira for his next match? 

h2 When Is Israel Adesanya’s Next Fight?

Israel Adesanya’s next fight will happen on April 8, 2023, against the reigning middleweight champion Alex Pereira in a title rematch, which will headline UFC 287. UFC President Dana White announced it, and the venue is still being determined.

Israel Adesanya MMA Record and Statistics

• MMA record: 23-2
• Wins by TKO/KO: 15
• Wins by decision: 8
• Striking accuracy: 50%
• Significant strikes landed per minute: 3.93
• Significant strikes absorbed: 2.67
• Takedown average per 15 minutes: 0
• Submission average per 15 minutes: 0.19
• Significant strikes defense: 60%
• Takedown defense: 79%
• Knockdown average: 0.76
• Average fight time: 18:09

Israel Adesanya Notable Wins

Israel Adesanya has wins over the likes of Anderson Silva, Robert Whittaker, Derek Brunson, Paulo Costa, Yoel Romero and Jared Cannonier.

Israel Adesanya UFC Earnings

Israel Adesanya’s UFC earnings are estimated at $4.5 million, along with his performance bonuses. This figure doesn’t include his earnings through sponsorships and other brand endorsements.

Israel Adesanya Team and Corner

Israel Adesanya trains under the City Kickboxing in Auckland, New Zealand, where other top UFC names like UFC Featherweight Champion Alexander Volkanovski, Kai Kara-France, Dan Hooker and Brad Riddell prepare.

Aside from his teammates, Adesanya’s corner during fights also includes City Kickboxing coaches Eugene Bareman, Doug Viney, Chanel Niumata, Tristam Apikitoa and Mike Angove.