Israel Adesanya
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Israel Adesanya vs. Sean Strickland Rumoured to Headline UFC Qatar on Nov. 21
RumourUFC Qatar is set for November 21, with a rumour circulating that Israel Adesanya and Sean Strickland could headline the event. The matchup has not been officially confirmed.
Adesanya leaves City Kickboxing after four straight losses; prospect Tom Nolan joins
Israel Adesanya has parted ways with City Kickboxing following a knockout loss to Joe Pyfer at UFC Seattle in March, his fourth consecutive defeat. The Auckland gym has quickly added a new face in 11-1 UFC lightweight prospect Tom Nolan, who has relocated from Australia's Team Compton MMA to join the squad. Team Compton announced the departure in a farewell statement, confirming that Nolan and two teammates are moving to New Zealand together.
Frequently asked questions
What is Israel Adesanya's professional MMA record?
Israel Adesanya has a professional MMA record of 24-6-0 (wins-losses-draws).
Who does Israel Adesanya fight next?
Israel Adesanya does not have a fight currently scheduled.
How old is Israel Adesanya?
Israel Adesanya is 37 years old, born July 22, 1989.
How tall is Israel Adesanya?
Israel Adesanya stands 193 cm (6'4") tall, with a 203 cm (80") reach.
Where is Israel Adesanya from?
Israel Adesanya is from Nigeria and competes in the Middleweight division.
What is Israel Adesanya's UFC ranking?
Israel Adesanya is ranked #9 in the UFC Middleweight division.
What is Israel Adesanya's nickname?
Israel Adesanya is known as "The Last Stylebender".
When was Israel Adesanya's last fight?
Israel Adesanya last fought on March 28, 2026 at UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. Pyfer, losing to Joe Pyfer by KO/TKO in round 2.
What were the scorecards for Israel Adesanya vs Sean Strickland?
Israel Adesanya lost to Sean Strickland by unanimous decision at UFC 293: Adesanya vs. Strickland on September 9, 2023. All three judges (Eric Colon, David Lethaby, Clemens Werner) scored the fight 49-46 in Sean Strickland's favor.
What were the scorecards for Israel Adesanya vs Jared Cannonier?
Israel Adesanya defeated Jared Cannonier by unanimous decision at UFC 276: Adesanya vs. Cannonier on July 2, 2022. The official scorecards were Derek Cleary 49-46, Junichiro Kamijo 49-46, Sal D'amato 50-45 (winner's score first).
Israel Adesanya is a 37-year-old Middleweight fighter, ranked #9, with a 24-6-0 record. Last fought March 2026.