Nigerian-born UFC star, Israel Adesanya, has shown remarkable sportsmanship after suffering a devastating submission loss to South African rival, Dricus du Plessis, at UFC 305 in Perth, Australia.
The highly anticipated matchup between the two African fighters lived up to the hype, with intense verbal exchanges leading up to the fight.
However, it was Du Plessis who emerged victorious, capturing the UFC middleweight title.
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Despite the loss, Adesanya took to social media to congratulate his opponent and express his gratitude to fans. “I’m happy I got to fight again, appreciate all the energy from you,” the 35-year-old wrote.
“Congrats Dricus Du Plessis, thank you for your honest words and speaking your truth. No matter what, Africa won tonight! DDP, you have the torch…light the fire and inspire!”
Adesanya’s words showcase his unwavering support for African fighters and his determination to bounce back stronger.