Israel Adesanya
UFC Fight NightRiyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Pro record 24-6-0
- UFC record 13-6-0
- Outside the UFC 11-0-0
- 4 UFC losses in a row
Fighter Details
UFC statistics
UFC round data: 19 bouts · through 2026-03-28
UFC Record Breakdown
Performance Breakdown
Heuristic ratings
Heuristic scores · 0–100
19 UFC bouts · 81 division peers
Data through 2026-03-28
12 bouts reaching round 3
Data through 2024-08-17
How these scores are calculated
Fight IQ = 40% striking-accuracy percentile + 30% striking-defense percentile + 30% takedown-defense percentile within the division.
Requires 3 UFC bouts, 15 measured minutes, at least 10 division peers, 100 strike attempts, 100 opponent strike attempts and 10 opponent takedown attempts.
Cardio = 100 × the median late/early significant-strike attempt rate ratio, capped at 100. Compare rounds 3+ with rounds 1–2 within each bout. Requires 3 eligible bouts with at least 60 late-round seconds each. 100 means maintained or higher late pace.
Fight IQ summarizes accuracy and defense; cardio summarizes retained pace. Style, opponents and grappling affect both. These scores do not measure intelligence, physical fitness or win probability.
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Israel Adesanya says he has signed contract for UFC return
Israel Adesanya revealed he has signed the contract for his return to the Octagon, with his next bout linked to an upcoming event in Saudi Arabia. The former two-time middleweight champion has not won since April 2023 and has lost four straight, getting finished in each of his last three outings. Adesanya said the last three years have not been fun and that he has been lost but is now found again. He promised there will be 'blood in the sand' when he returns.
Adesanya reportedly set to headline UFC Saudi Arabia vs. Shara Magomedov
RumourIsrael Adesanya is reportedly booked to return in the main event of UFC Saudi Arabia on December 5 in Riyadh, facing unranked middleweight Shara Magomedov. The 17-1 Dagestani had called out Adesanya after his win over Michel Pereira at UFC Baku in June. Adesanya has not won since his April 2023 knockout of Alex Pereira and was knocked out by Joe Pyfer in March 2026.
Adesanya Says He Won't Change Name Despite Viral Satirical Post, Reaffirms Palestine Stance
Former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya has spoken out after a satirical post went viral, falsely claiming he was removing "Israel" from his name because of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Adesanya made it clear that he has no plans to change his name, but also explained where he stands on Palestine. 🗣️ "I support Palestine. I don't like genocides. I know my name, and how powerful my name is. I know who I am." The former UFC champion also strongly criticized attacks on hospitals and the ki**ing of children, making it clear that his name does not reflect his political beliefs. This isn't the first time Adesanya has publicly supported Palestine. He previously celebrated Belal Muhammad's UFC championship victory and expressed support for Palestinian refugees.
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).
What is Israel Adesanya's UFC record?
Israel Adesanya's UFC record is 13-6-0 (wins-losses-draws), and 11-0-0 in professional fights outside the UFC.
Who does Israel Adesanya fight next?
Israel Adesanya is next scheduled to fight Shara Magomedov at UFC Fight Night on December 5, 2026.
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 scouting report
Israel Adesanya (Nigeria) is a 37-year-old middleweight, ranked #9 in the division, who is 24-6 as a pro and 13-6 in the UFC (11-0 outside it). He debuted at UFC 221: Romero vs. Rockhold on February 10, 2018; five of his 13 UFC wins came by KO/TKO and eight by decision; he has lost his last four UFC bouts; his UFC wins include Alex Pereira (now ranked #3 at light heavyweight), Paulo Costa (now ranked #6 at light heavyweight) and Robert Whittaker (now ranked #11 at light heavyweight). He spends 3.2% of fight time in control (middleweight average: 19.5%; 3rd percentile of 81 active middleweights with at least 3 UFC bouts and 15 minutes of fight time) and lands 0.1 takedowns per 15 minutes (average: 1.5; 9th percentile). His reach of 80 inches is 4.5 inches longer than the middleweight average (75.5 inches). Next fight: UFC Fight Night on December 5, 2026, against Shara Magomedov.
Built from AgentMMA's UFC database (as of October 31, 2026); not AI-written.
Israel Adesanya vs the middleweight average
Computed by AgentMMA from the round-by-round stats of 19 UFC bouts (5:25:48 of fight time).
| Stat | Adesanya | Division average | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Significant strikes landed per minute | 41,313 in 5:25:48 | 4 | 55 |
| Significant strike accuracy | 48.4%1,313 of 2,714 landed | 49.8% | 40 |
| Significant strikes absorbed per minute | 3.21,049 in 5:25:48 | 3.8 | 30 |
| Significant strike defense | 55.8%1,323 of 2,372 avoided | 50.4% | 76 |
| Takedowns per 15 minutes | 0.11 in 5:25:48 | 1.5 | 9 |
| Takedown accuracy | 9.1%1 of 11 landed | 40.4% | 10 |
| Takedown defense | 76.4%81 of 106 stopped | 63.4% | 72 |
| Submission attempts per 15 minutes | 0.13 in 5:25:48 | 0.5 | 38 |
| Knockdowns per 15 minutes | 0.613 in 5:25:48 | 0.5 | 75 |
| Control time | 3.2%10:15 of 5:25:48 | 19.5% | 3 |
| Average fight time | 17:0919 bouts | 9:59 | 98 |
| Height | 193 cm76″ | 186 cm73.1″ | |
| Reach | 203 cm80″ | 192 cm75.5″ |
- Division average and percentile: 81 active middleweight fighters with a UFC bout in the last 3 years, at least 3 UFC bouts and 15 minutes of UFC fight time.
- Percentile: the share of those fighters whose value is lower (ties count half). For every stat, a higher percentile means a higher number.
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UFC fight record
UFC record: 13-6
Every UFC bout, newest first. Open a bout for the full result, judges' scorecards and round-by-round stats.
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- LUFC record after this bout: 13-6-0Pro record now: 16-3-0UFC record entering: 6-1-0KO/TKOR2 4:18UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. PyferMar 28, 2026Result & stats
- LUFC record after this bout: 13-5-0Pro record now: 17-4-0 (1 NC)UFC record entering: 7-2-0 (1 NC)KO/TKOR2 0:30UFC Fight Night: Adesanya vs. ImavovFeb 1, 2025Result & stats
- LUFC record after this bout: 13-4-0Pro record now: 24-3-0UFC record entering: 7-0-0SUBR4 3:38UFC 305: Du Plessis vs. AdesanyaAug 17, 2024Result & stats
- LUFC record after this bout: 13-3-0Pro record now: 31-7-0UFC record entering: 14-5-0DECUFC 293: Adesanya vs. StricklandSep 9, 2023Result & stats
- WUFC record after this bout: 13-2-0Pro record now: 13-4-0UFC record entering: 4-0-0KO/TKOR2 4:21UFC 287: Pereira vs. Adesanya 2Apr 8, 2023Result & stats
- LUFC record after this bout: 12-2-0Pro record now: 13-4-0UFC record entering: 3-0-0KO/TKOR5 2:01UFC 281: Adesanya vs. PereiraNov 12, 2022Result & stats
- WUFC record after this bout: 12-1-0Pro record now: 18-10-0UFC record entering: 8-5-0DECUFC 276: Adesanya vs. CannonierJul 2, 2022Result & stats
- WUFC record after this bout: 11-1-0Pro record now: 28-9-0UFC record entering: 14-3-0DECUFC 271: Adesanya vs. Whittaker 2Feb 12, 2022Result & stats
- WUFC record after this bout: 10-1-0Pro record now: 19-11-1UFC record entering: 7-2-1DECUFC 263: Adesanya vs. Vettori 2Jun 12, 2021Result & stats
- LUFC record after this bout: 9-1-0Pro record now: 29-12-2UFC record entering: 10-5-0DECUFC 259: Blachowicz vs. AdesanyaMar 6, 2021Result & stats
- WUFC record after this bout: 9-0-0Pro record now: 16-4-0UFC record entering: 5-0-0KO/TKOR2 3:59UFC 253: Adesanya vs. CostaSep 26, 2020Result & stats
- WUFC record after this bout: 8-0-0Pro record now: 13-5-0UFC record entering: 9-3-0DECUFC 248: Adesanya vs. RomeroMar 7, 2020Result & stats
- WUFC record after this bout: 7-0-0Pro record now: 28-9-0UFC record entering: 11-2-0KO/TKOR2 3:33UFC 243: Whittaker vs. AdesanyaOct 5, 2019Result & stats
- WUFC record after this bout: 6-0-0Pro record now: 21-11-0 (1 NC)UFC record entering: 10-3-0 (1 NC)DECUFC 236: Holloway vs. Poirier 2Apr 13, 2019Result & stats
- WUFC record after this bout: 5-0-0Pro record now: 34-11-0 (1 NC)UFC record entering: 17-4-0 (1 NC)DECUFC 234: Adesanya vs. SilvaFeb 9, 2019Result & stats
- WUFC record after this bout: 4-0-0Pro record now: 23-9-0UFC record entering: 9-4-0KO/TKOR1 4:51UFC 230: Cormier vs. LewisNov 3, 2018Result & stats
- WUFC record after this bout: 3-0-0Pro record now: 21-13-0UFC record entering: 12-4-0DECThe Ultimate Fighter: Undefeated FinaleJul 6, 2018Result & stats
- WUFC record after this bout: 2-0-0Pro record now: 19-11-1UFC record entering: 2-1-1DECUFC Fight Night: Poirier vs. GaethjeApr 14, 2018Result & stats
- WUFC record after this bout: 1-0-0Pro record now: 11-2-0UFC record entering: 0-1-0KO/TKOR2 3:37UFC 221: Romero vs. RockholdFeb 10, 2018Result & stats
