Former Rivals Robert Whittaker and Israel Adesanya Train Together | UFC Saudi Arabia

An exclusive look inside Two Time UFC Middleweight Champion Israel 'The Last Stylebender' Adesanya's intense training camp for Nassourdine Imavov showdown at UFC Saudi Arabia on February 1. Former rival and Middleweight Champion Robert 'The Reaper' Whittaker comes to City Kickboxing to assist Israel Adesanya and the team as they prepare for their next fights.
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Shot & Produced by: ‪@DAVEBLAKAMOTO‬
#ufc #israeladesanya #robertwhittaker

[@FreeStylebender]

Want more Izzy & Rob content?

[@avw7755]

Obviously 😂

[@blakebateson8181]

Absolutely, love to see it

[@dixieechann]

heck yea!

[@Xino.Macdonald]

Without a doubt and Add poatan into the mix ...7th heaven

[@nikokoko81]

Fuck yes!!!!!

[@James-712]

I feel like Izzy and Poatan training together is just inevitable at some point

[@conmanmcgregor1155]

​@@aryamanmani4025 well just like whittaker Alex also has been a rival of adesanya for the longest of times so it makes sense why he commented it

[@ammccc]

@@aryamanmani4025 it’s not your comment, the guy can talk about whatever he wants 😂 are you okay?

[@SheLovesTheGloves]

Poatan said many times he'd love to train with Izzy

[@clkgtr12]

they're both down it's just logistics at this point

[@HashYarashole]

That would be good for both of them

[@blenderss24]

We got Rob sitting on Izzy’s couch before GTA 6

[@mohammadkajee]

We want Izzy to come and fight in Africa before GTA6 is launched!!

[@insertgenericusernamehere2402]

This meme is so dead

[@LordSwagtron]

@@insertgenericusernamehere2402 mate, come off it, back in the day we posted half life 3 memes for like a decade straight 😂

[@insertgenericusernamehere2402]

@LordSwagtron yea and they were incredibly obnoxious too.

[@xsah2]

@@LordSwagtron Gta 6 meme has been over a decade straight at this point too lmao

[@Philllin]

Can’t stop smiling seeing these two together

[@humanactivated1017]

The gay Muslim Community agrees with you

[@allpraisewebb1142]

​@@humanactivated1017wasn't funny like at all and you wasted the time to type that smh weirdo

[@kryterz]

2025 needed this.

[@lewisbond7865]

look at whittaker man... what an inspiration

[@Scrumdumn]

W reference 😂

[@Jamie-q7y6k]

Both are class acts

[@MasterSpencer2483]

@@Scrumdumn ayy look at Curry, man

[@aydenhays1822]

so inspirational 😂

[@dave9547]

What is it referencing?​@@Scrumdumn

[@myriquemonson2202]

Rob and izzy have things in common, glad they came together nothing but respect for both

[@KeCasgrimola]

I always said these two would get along if they weren’t competing for the same thing.

[@turtlerecords6081]

Yeah I think they’re both friends with Volk

[@oxsila]

​@@turtlerecords6081NZ and AUS have very close ties theres no way they couldnt be friends

[@Jgarthebeast]

At the end of the day people need to realize that this is real life and these guys are just fighters as a profession. There is no real beef between fighters and most of the animosity comes from competition and thats only that. Glad to see two people who once competed and have a rivalry put it to the side to help each other become better

[@GlikeGod]

Homie just getting punched in the stomach @ 1:08 while Coach Mike is talking is hilarious lol

[@jdizzle1930]

Bro the way the kept switching was hilarious.

[@hungry6479]

that is way funnier than it should be 😂😂

[@gurpchirp]

that had me dying. the sounds continue when they switch the visuals but keep the audio on coach mike. just "bap, bap, bap" in the background 😂

[@chinatownchillin]

lolol I was scrolling the comments for someone to mention this!!!

[@ccmmrrnn]

Pretty sure that’s Cam Rowston and Kevin Jousset. Two 6’2’’ monsters looking like little boys playing games :D

[@YTho-ev1ej]

Rob and Izzie both top tier lads. Hope to see more content of them together

[@plopdoo339]

These two training with each other may unlock beasts we've never seen before. Two elite fighters learning from each other shouldn't be underestimated.

[@gurpchirp]

bro taking core shots in the corner had me dying

[@Gintello9]

This is probably what it's like behind the scenes for most fighters. The baddest guys in the room always have respect for another even if it's unsaid.

[@nabil706]

How could you not man, ad fighters we respect anyone willing to step into that cage💯

[@krux9420]

"Who woulda thought g"🤣

[@ziggystardust949]

My two favorite middleweights of all time chilling in a couch, love to see it !!!

[@woodmanbeingreasonable]

Izzy and Alex training together for Imavov would feed generations

[@MohamedAhmed-u3l]

Pisces beats cancer zodiac sign for example Floyd beats canolo and Strickland and Jan blowich beats Izzy

[@ksiolajidebthdv2889]

@@MohamedAhmed-u3las a muslim.. named Mohamed u really talking bout zodiac signs? Zoc this diac 😭

[@Testertwo1]

Izzy dont like Alex, Rob wasnt talking sht for years in another sport to get his title shot unlike Alex, Izzy really dislike him. Poatan can go train with Moicano.

[@Battosuie]

Izzy does not dislike Alex. Thats your own headcanon bro. Alex has just been Izzys rival his entire career you cant exactly seem overly friendly to a guy you have so much history with especially when your gonna fight more. Ever since Alex went to LHW they have both only shown massive amounts of respect for one another.​@Testertwo1

[@MohamedAhmed-u3l]

@@ksiolajidebthdv2889 I don't read zodiac horsecope but I read about zodiac personality and it is halal to know about your personality

[@craighutchinson77]

Tbh we DID know that Rob was chill like that

[@larsmonsen88]

So fucking awesome you two buried the hatchet. As a Norwegian i didnt feel like i had a dog in the race at all so i have just always been a fan of both of you. Those two teams working together is a force to be reckoned with.

[@joshnaround_9463]

You don’t have to have shared geographical or national affiliation to a fighter to be a fan bro

[@larsmonsen88]

@joshnaround_9463 its relevant to what they talked about in the video...bro.

[@stepanvarlamov7461]

Two of my favorite UFC guys sit together and chit-chat. I've been wanting to see this ever since I found out they lived relatively close by. Thank you! Much love and respect to you both.

[@TheCelticWayy]

Love this. Competitive rivalries can become personal in the heat of the moment in that enviroment, but with time you can reflect and realise that you have a lot more in common than you don't. The coach said it best that how a fighter portrays themselves when you're going to knock each other's heads off isn't a reflection of who they are in everyday life.

[@MrWickHaHaBobayega]

Never been a fan off Izzy but it’s very refreshing when he’s as humble as he is here

[@tyedrichill8097]

He's usually a humble person. It's easy to see that he's someone who was bullied all his life. He's always just coping

[@samuraijose817]

​@@tyedrichill8097i wouldn't say all his life. As soon as you start a martial art it reaches you more that fighting.

[@KennyOkoyeMMA]

These two rewatching their first two fights would be cinema 🎬

[@julius66411]

No reason to do rob like that man

[@KennyOkoyeMMA]

@ I thought the 2nd fight was close, I just want them both to walk through what they were thinking during the live moments

[@patricktan480]

Its so nice to see you guys hugging it out. No ego! Just plain respect and understanding.

[@Taojitsu]

Will never forget what you did against Pereira. I remember embedded before the fight... almost tearing up just talking about it because of how much belief you had. It already happened in your head and it was emotional to let it out before the fight. That is why you are my favorite fighter.

[@Joe_Musashi]

This is amazing to see, thank you guys. 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@elijahbatz3286]

The part 2 we never thought we'd get

[@saidwhowhy]

2:42 those lads are just having a great time. let them be.

[@anasshahid224]

Facts

[@RedRumble14]

porier landed these against islam

[@rjhong93]

Seeing this warms my heart. Every fighter whether enemies or competitors, we're all just humans just living life. Love to see it!!!!!

[@dd-ph9fv]

Love this so much, two great champions!!!

[@thatt-shirtguy9669]

I'm not gonna hold you, but it's so f**king cool seeing these 2 dudes just chilling together. Easily the 2 best middleweights of the last decade.

[@anasshahid224]

Man this video was a treat, seeing you and Robert Whittaker hanging out, sitting on the couch and chatting about games was a treat. Training together, iron sharpens iron, you love to see it. 💯 Keep the wholesome content with Rob coming Izzy. 😊👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@MrDaleHubbard]

This warms my heart boys. 2 absolute legend warriors, greatness recognising greatness. Thank you both for some of the best MW fights off all time. It's been a privilege to see!

[@markdanielsampilo9302]

Its nice to see old rivals putting behind the past and moving forward helping each other😊

[@ArjunSabharwal-f8m]

love the core conditioning every time the striking coach speaks

[@amedicarefoundation8508]

Watching Izzy & Rob makes me chilled and so refreshing.

[@troysmith6929]

Beautiful to see man, what a huge community CKB and the others are forming!

[@yourself88xbl]

No bullshit i love to see that you guys could squash and show some love. Two absolute monsters in the game that elevated eachother. I remember the build up for the first fight and just the ferocity and reiliance rob displayed in the second fight. epic rivalry turned friendship boys. cool that you shared this moment.

[@scotie2508]

It’s so bizarrely satisfying watching these two train with each other.

[@RobbyC0868]

The world needs this. Thanks guys

[@socalsays]

This is dope always great to see you champ

[@randomguy19166]

I feel like they should never have disliked each other in the first place. As a fan of them both, I ALWAAAYS wished they'd just get along. Finally.

[@Greg_Stache]

Keep everything in the Octagon, leave everything in the Octagon, come out as men with zero ego.

[@808MATE8]

I have always liked Rob and you two guys have done nothing but show each other respect over the years. Great content, please keep it coming ;)

[@michaelekwulugo8659]

Honestly, two of my absolute favourite people in mma! 👏🏾👏🏾🔥🔥💯🇬🇧

[@Wiccway]

That felt like an embedded episode 😂🔥🔥

[@theironforce3000]

I am still stunned about this collab. Just incredible. Former rivals turning into good pals with a solid camaraderie. Thats wassup. 🤝 Love this sport

[@tomkaraitiana6136]

Awesome to see you and Rob training together. You've always been my favourite fighter since you started, but this is exactly what you both need to get back on track. Come on bro you're still the champ in my eyes , and I just know you're going to get the belt back weather you want it or not. Go brother can't wait to see you again

[@gerradanania8270]

Awesome seeing these two top blokes connect and bury the hatchet wishing both the best of luck with their upcoming fights ☝🏽❤️

[@TRIPSENTya]

These lads are gonna end up as best friends aye.

[@68vibez5]

this combo is legendary!

[@nwgrizzlies11]

Been literally saying for years, that Izzy and Rob would actually be good friends if they weren’t opponents. And look at them now, training together, talking about video games. Wholesome man.

[@andrewstevens9840]

I see a great podcast in the making right here! You to bounce of each other so beautifully 👌

[@getyofundsup1232]

Love the mindset during this fight camp, I also love how you and Rob are training together. Lets get it Izzy

[@pedrotrujillo1392]

Amazing watch this 2 after the wars the had...chilling...training.....respect..

[@chrismartinez8285]

Man 2 middleweight goats 🐐 🐐 sparring and training chilling y’all ain’t even finished with mma and still making history 😎you got to love it respect ✊🏾 salute 🫡

[@themmafocus]

Beautiful to see this. Respect 🙏

[@theanomity3185]

Praying for u man, lets get back to the top 🙌🏽

[@rohansaxena5675]

Truly smashing edit!

[@bigmonmatt]

Enough to make a grown man cry fr

[@UFCfighterclips]

Seeing Robert and Izzy working together is a reminder that even the fiercest competitors can set aside differences for growth and greatness. This is what true champions do!! They evolve and inspire each other. Respect to both of them! 🙌

[@FourbittenFruit]

awesome footage.. thank ye for sharing/being

[@robinhoodspiderman]

Bro this is what we wanted to see 🔥

[@Biggchich]

"Anzac United" , i felt that. Lets get more of that.

[@Illuinitii]

very wholesome moment

[@Jay-gd5fi]

Great content as always! 🔥🔥

[@LMRamos121]

This the ANZAC spirit!

[@everettenjeze6276]

More ufc rivalries need more of this. Helping each other grow instead of trying to tear each other down. Wholesome content. All the best against imavov in Saudi Arabia. Btw shoutout to ellie figure at 3:24 glad my GOAT love the last of us part 2 lol

[@HunteristhenameXIV]

The MMA world is healing with this link up

[@JU5TONE]

So Blessed to have Rob go to CKB, what an experience for the whole team at CKB to have a legend in Rob at your gym. Izzy has to do the same with Robs gym in Australia and let Robs team experience the same. Respect Boys🙏

[@86ajmn]

I love this brotherhood and comradary .

[@herb26]

love to see 2 of the best to ever do it drop the beef and be boys ..... MAD RESPECT to both men !!!! good luck on the next battle izzy you savage

[@ariobimopradianto]

Finally! The very fucking video I’ve been waiting for!

[@teeeejaay89]

Yesssir we love it. Fans of both of yall.

[@itsmyrum9219]

Two of my favorite fighters 😍

[@TairaSZN]

Glad to see 2 of my favorites in the lab together.

[@2ru2pacFan]

Robert and Izzy talking about gaming had me locked in haha

[@y0kozuna]

Rob is so wholesome even former enemy can not resist his charm 😂

[@abassgareth135]

My guys ❤

[@robertg305]

We all love to see this

[@alexmate2387]

When they hugged 🥺🥺🥺

[@ekamjot123]

I am so happy that you two became friends

[@jdwinegar4007]

Love this heavy. Sunseeker certified

[@taylorosborne3383]

Robs a legend! Glad he’s improving

[@mrbabysarm28]

Izzy is a legend as well, don't be a c*&nt!

[@AOLAmericaOnline]

I love to see this. Izzy and Rob. Love ya both, and I love to see this!

[@Bondwgtn]

This is an unreal moment. But imagine going to the gym and having alot of ufc characters/CHAMPS there.

[@mannis9511]

This is awesome, real fighters they know it’s just business nothing personal . Respect to both legends Izzy & Rob

[@larryholstein7925]

yeah this makes me happy man, ive been such a fan of both for years and actually hated when they fought, because i was always thinking man these 2 dudes have way too much in common to not be boys eventually and wallah lol. love it

[@johhh2356]

Hey, awesome video. Here is what helped me lock in last few months of 2024: I learned to prioritize peace over pleasing anyone I started reading book Uncommon Paths to Wealth on Cryptic Lore, I stopped blaming others and took full responsibility for my life I surrounded myself with winners and let go of people dragging me down with their negative mindset

[@JosephLacey-lw7ft]

Most of my best friends are people I've had fights with.💯. I'm not surprised these two get along like a house on fire 👊💥👊

[@kingdynamite301]

These Rob and Izzy vids got me smiling with a cheesy ass grin 😂 hell yeah, ANZACs stick together

[@e-dog-e619]

🙏🏿 Stay strong, my brotha 💪🏿 And stay prayed up.👊🏿

[@marciimoo9240]

Two of the best in middleweight

[@Uccapone]

Just like Tyson said “ everyone you fight isn’t your Enemy and everyone who helps you isn’t your friend “

[@jonathangeddes9786]

Loved the rivalry. This much better😊

[@angelfeliciano3846]

Amazing Amazing to see Izzy & Bobby training together 💥

[@EmanueelMedina]

I love this friendship

[@kierangray5611]

What a stacked division....

[@highlybaked8417]

2 legends

[@martycook007]

About time! Theres no one that does'nt like this

[@Hikupss]

Good to see

[@Nemesis_SN]

Izzy looking strong and ready for a comeback, keep workin' bro 👊😎