Former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya has clearly stated his preferred opponent for his next fight: a rematch against fellow former titleholder Sean Strickland.
Speaking on his YouTube channel, Adesanya revealed his intentions. “I`ve already told the matchmaker about this,” he said. “I told my coach, the moment has arrived. I know who I want to compete against, I have a definite feeling. You are going to really like this matchup; I want a rematch with Sean Strickland.”
Adesanya and Strickland previously faced off in September 2023. That bout concluded with a significant upset victory for Sean Strickland, who won by unanimous decision from the judges.
