Israel Adesanya is in the UFC to prove himself right | UFC 236 | ESPN MMA

New UFC interim middleweight champion Israel Adesanya expresses his emotions on defeating Kelvin Gastelum at UFC 236, that he needed a fight like this to show he had the ‘heart of a lion.’ Adesanya is going to let others underestimate him and that he isn’t fighting to prove them wrong, but rather to prove himself right. He appreciates Rashad Evans’ compliment saying he is the biggest star in the UFC and describes how he has quickly risen to the top.
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[@yonkota203]

This man just show respect to all the OGs fighters from NZ that paved the way for him! That’s respect!! 🇳🇿

[@fatherlessfreddy754]

how?

[@jecal2855]

All the jobbers of New Zealand will be proud of the one good fighter they have

[@bradadezus]

Guy aint even maori

[@joshdicenzo6073]

JON JONES

[@joshdicenzo6073]

Enough said.

[@moxalfa]

It takes a long time to be an "overnight success". Well done Israel. "Heart of a Lion" indeed.

[@shakilabanu7135]

Today Googles confused.....showing me The country Israel instead of Adesanya and Vice Versa

[@moxalfa]

@@shakilabanu7135 It was a name first. Jacob's name, given to him after he wrestled with God/The angel ... It is fitting. It is brilliant. His parents named him well.

[@shakilabanu7135]

@@moxalfa I dont think that's how the story goes mate

[@moxalfa]

SuhailMoidin Enlighten me.

[@emekamapoma7741]

@@fredrickmiller6534 he's straight up referencing a Bible story. Chill

[@bluepvp900]

I'm always impressed with Adesanya, whether in the ring or out. Great awareness shown through those words.

[@alcottdevalte7440]

adesanya was brilliant, one of the best fights, round 5 was epic

[@danielgleason7664]

U really think this fight was better than Whitaker vs Romero 2 tho?

[@alcottdevalte7440]

@@danielgleason7664 both fights were great, I have big expectations for whittaker vs adesanya now

[@Mr.A..]

@@danielgleason7664 considering Kelvins never even looked close to getting finished israel supposedly has no punching power

[@danielgleason7664]

@@alcottdevalte7440 fucking the striking for that fight will be unreal! Whitaker also can land at will! It's exciting even picturing it

[@twondagreat8893]

@@danielgleason7664 we didnt say that we said it was a good fight lol damn dawg but

[@miket2913]

Big ups to Izzy for shouting out the Poly legends. 🙌🏽

[@MrKayDeeTV]

Fight fans are so fickle, only in MMA can a fighter come into an organisation with over 100 fights and be considered to not have enough experience or called a ‘hype train’ people said he needed to face tough competition... “we’ll see if he beats Tavares”, he does. “Still needs to prove himself, we’ll see if he gets past Brunson”, he does. “Brunson isn’t high level, I bet he can’t even get past silva”, he does “Silva is past his prime, he didn’t do enough in there. He’ll never get past Gastleum, hype train is gonna get derailed”, almost finished gastleum multiple times and now people are saying he’s an ok fighter but he’ll never get past Whittaker. Regardless if he does or doesn’t can we just appreciate his skills and accomplishments as a fighter, during his time before the UFC and his time in the organisation.

[@dialac1]

People are haters. They just cannot give Izzy his credit. Every time he wins, they always find a way to downplay it. Everyone was saying kelvin would knock him out. That didn’t happen. Haters gon hate.

[@lucaswatkin2699]

Thank you for this comment - all facts

[@SoloNecr0zis]

MMA fans are the worst fans in any major sports. They enjoy shitting on fighters more than anything. Look what they're doing to tj now.

[@D9Wx]

They were right then. Kelvin nearly ended his life but brainfarted and shot for takedown whem issy was out on his feet 😂😂.. Kelvin just got gassed out in the last which is the only reason issy had success

[@09wiggles]

Dannynorw you’ve run up and down this comment section and a few other videos comments saying the same thing. Do you think if you write it enough times, it might end up being right? Lol. How about in 1st round when Kelvin got dropped by overhand right but Izzy didn’t capitalise they way he should’ve? He could’ve taken Kelvin’s soul but hesitated... he ended up sticking to gameplan. Could’ve, should’ve, would’ve... but didn’t! Stop with the hypotheticals and accept the TRUTH! Which is Izzy dropped KG off at the hospital on the way to picking up his belt.

[@Amzyy]

Tyron Woodley throws a right hand Kelvin doesn't even flinch or drop. Izzy drops Kelvin several times. Precision beats power, timing beats speed.

[@lolandlol5659]

A M Kelvin is one tough SOB

[@isDatBoi]

still can't make kelvin sleep ... kelvin chin is one of the strongest , it needed more than a punch to light him out, Kelvin, DC, Khabib, Nate, Bryan Ortega.. got some rock solid chin

[@ProtectoroftheRealm]

He beat a 170 lb fighter who beat passed their prime guys at 185. Yoel would rek him

[@seamus4055]

Angle and leverage of the punch makes a difference. I hope a study is done of this.

[@alcottdevalte7440]

that`s because adesanya used to fight at 205 and 220 pounds during his kickboxing days, he weighs more than woodley

[@kevinlogue1682]

"i'm here to prove me right" ..indeed

[@loveforthe90s]

Touched him up pretty good. The real Lionheart

[@kingammo6090]

💯💯💯✔️

[@juanestrada5695]

King AMMO 6090RP w

[@germainejohnson5010]

Who eon

[@germainejohnson5010]

Who won

[@germainejohnson5010]

@@kingammo6090 who won

[@ppshp2609]

DAMMNNNN. I figured the style bender would win but that was a hell of a fight.

[@grndzro777]

"but that was a hell of a fight." Somehow this seems like an insult compared to the actual fight. Words can't quite express how epic this was. I was on the edge of my seat for both main fights. Which one for fight of the year is a toss up.

[@D9Wx]

He got lucky

[@ymkyourmoneyking8157]

@@D9Wx you cant get lucky if you dominated most of the fight dumbass.

[@lolololq4563]

@@ymkyourmoneyking8157 how did he dominate most of the fight, i had rounds 1 and 4 for kelvin going into the 5th

[@botellonumba2.060]

@@grndzro777 be cool if there was a fight of the year or main event of the year

[@gnosticdemon1794]

"I want to change his face" -Kelvin Gatelum

[@T1Earn]

Its crazy how hes all there in the head after all that chaos .. i feel like id need a week to be able to properly spew a sentence this man out there talking in details and extremely eloquent.

[@h4ze-z5y]

Izzy living the dream man. happy for him

[@anthonylewis9256]

Good on him for taking this interview in this condition most guys wouldn't do it .

[@mindboard8203]

And didn't even sit down between rounds

[@arjenrobbed1294]

Reynaldo Vieira you aren’t supposed to sit down. Stand up to breathe

[@csefesi]

You make New Zealand & Nigeria PROUD. You forgot Joseph Parker Izzy lol

[@ayo30s]

👍🏾👊🏾✌🏾🇳🇿🇳🇬🇺🇸

[@TheBerrekia]

Christian Sefesi he’s Nigerian , stop that bullshit

[@justmarcus1399]

@@TheBerrekia Facts.

[@Xomatik123]

@@TheBerrekia He's from Nigeria yes but has been trained in NZ and comes from that lineage of fighting as he said. He is proud to represent both and has two homes. Why getting salty?

[@robertwilliamhill5419]

I don't think CKB like Joe and Kev cos they dissed Junior Fa who's also down with CKB

[@goankmahdi2022]

Man youba's are killing it him and AJ. This is coming from an African brother in Somalia. Man Nigeria are killing it dayuuuuum!

[@mcgrathgarrett]

Thank you bro. Proudly Yoruba

[@user-ng1dr4zm6k]

Big love and respect to my Somali brothers and sisters, great people. You have some big stars coming through in boxing

[@Godly_Perseverence]

Damn kelvin made him look like lil Kim much props to both fighters hell of a fight

[@yamon598]

lol

[@watchmanHD]

I googled it and you're right! lol

[@xpectopatronum1525]

haha

[@OG_Jin_Bling]

That's cold.

[@BlackGeniusGod]

Kelvin got ragdolled

[@ominous450]

This was the best MMA fight I've ever seen

[@TheCoppoy]

Have u seen a lot?

[@yusuflawal8773]

"Aya bi ekun" ♥️🦁

[@bodeabass7284]

Koleyewon

[@bodeabass7284]

Benio omowa niyen,,talo biomor orde

[@michaelro2871]

"Obi agu"👍

[@knightvalor8744]

Kamaru was like "9ja stand up, we gat two now!"

[@itisthatblack]

Hi Yusuf. What's the meaning of this sentence? He often repeats it in many interviews. Google translates from Yoruba " The same is the province", but it doesn't make sense for me. Could you explain it, please? Thank you so much.

[@edenkimxo4332]

At 2:51 “Jordan tai” that’s my uncle & I’m proud over the fact izzy recognised him as a great fighter 👏🏼

[@baronlongnose3148]

Adesanya is what makes a legendary champion. His win tonight reminded me of when Anderson Silva defeated Chael and Lutter on the brink of defeat, but I think Israel is going to have aneven greater legacy than Silva.

[@sasalj7269]

indeed, israels win was impressive.. but honestly I believe kelvin handed the win to him. israel was hurt bad in the 4th round, just covering his face against the fence.. at that point i thought "ok it's over kelvin will blast him out now" and what does kelvin do? attempt a silly takedown that didn't do anything.. that happened twice in that fight, can't remember if both times in the 4th round, but kelvin should've just starched and punched the shit out of him there, israel was just covering his face, was hurt and exhausted. nevertheless props to him for the 5th round

[@hassamkkkk5721]

Sasa LJ kelvin acted stupid sometimes, he was duri great ay medium range , when he was picking his shots , dodging punches , it won him the first round , but in the second/third/fourth and fifth he just started overextending INSANELY , it’s almost like he was impatient, and he was getting punished for it badly by israel , and as you said that stupid takedown attempt at the fourth , despite the fact that I thought israel was gonna win , kelvin proved that he’s a better fighter than israel , because even though he had a gigantic size disadvantage he still went in the 5th round winning the fight , whittaker vs israel is gonna be interesting, my money is on whittaker though, he won’t make the same mistakes as kelvin

[@sasalj7269]

@@raycash4310 you are a delusional degenrate, why do you even talk? Just stop trying to comprehend things while you obviously can't

[@robg951]

Adesanya is a tough guy as well, got his face rearranged and still stayed on task. Congratulations.

[@isuckatthisgame]

I feel like I won two belts tonight. Congrats to Izzy and Dustin. Predicted their wins and was rooting for them. Also respect to Kelvin and Max too. Two legendary fights from four legendary FIGHTERS.

[@liamnissanS2K]

Couldn't say It better myself. This card affected me. Reminded me why I love this sport so much.

[@chancesylva5140]

Johny four legendary warriors

[@HT.100]

Adesanya's face shows just how much power Kelvin has in his hands

[@teamtaka7]

It's like when jones fought Gus the first time, they swollen up easily from many hits. Cant stop your body from reacting to the impact even if you're the greatest. Some cut easily some swells up easily some doesn't bleed easily.

[@zandertor6813]

@Chrome2yaDome he's a black guy with a fat lip and a black eye Kelvin roughed him up lol

[@teamtaka7]

Zander Tor "he's a black guy"....that's where you should shut your mouth and gtfo

[@zandertor6813]

@@teamtaka7 don't be so dramatic

[@xxxxbigrich5752]

Wow! What a fight! Much respect to both guys! Gas is tough as nails 🤜🤛🏾Isreal laid it out tonite......

[@AcidGlow]

*Very impressive Israel. Congratulations* ✅🙂

[@VKM33]

Sefo, Tua, Hunt, Adesanya = Kiwi Power!!

[@samuelisrael7586]

Adesanya came from heaven I have so much respect and admiration for him

[@thecoldstorm]

Gastelum is a beast, one of the best fighters ever!!!

[@joehouston2833]

Adesanya is a beast.. he slept him..

[@MarcusTim0thy]

He loss. What does it say about Israel if he beat the "Beast". 🧐

[@thecoldstorm]

​@@MarcusTim0thy Not all fighters could hold Adesanya's elbows and punches as he did...Peace out!!!

[@thecoldstorm]

@@joehouston2833 I know that!! Not all fighters could hold Adesanya's elbows and punches as he did..Peace out!!!

[@joehouston2833]

@@thecoldstorm Gastelum got dropped like 6 times in the fight 🤣🤣🤣 Adesanya is the real BEAST

[@caspar_gomez]

didn't crumble under the pressure like I thought, pushed through and took the fight in the last round, respect

[@joeybaseballs3239]

This was a great night of fights.

[@rickybobby2679]

3:31 holding back tears of happiness

[@drewbullet1318]

Am I the only one that noticed Rashad looking like a creep the whole Interview? 😂😂

[@brettjones2423]

Love the mutual respect between Rashad Evans and Israel. I love the way Rashad is spreading the love in the fight arena.

[@Gingarosty]

Damn he look like will smith from hitch in the allergy scene lmao Izzy the GOAT tho

[@Roger-tv7sf]

Yep he did prove himself right love that outlook bruh

[@erickburgos8242]

Kelvin Gastelum is one tough opponent

[@stunnah1879]

Awesome fight watched it around 5am was fully awake for this. Respect to both men

[@mauriced9878]

Someone lookin like "Martin" from that boxing episode

[@chemist7908]

He's not afraid to show emotion, and that makes him even more resolute in his goals, He's passion really shines through

[@CyroLobato]

Whittaker nao merece essa cinta , Adesanya é o verdadeiro campeão..

[@devinriley9364]

A true champion, Silva passed the torch to a real one

[@AndresFnt]

Adesanya beat Gastelum and Brunson with no eye pokes, no groin shots, no TRT or EPO, just HEART, Determination, and skill! He is the most impressive natty next to Cormier!

[@EtherMagic]

Whatever your smokin i want some

[@AndresFnt]

@@EtherMagic your reply makes 0 sense. Every fight Jon Jones is in there is a so called "accident" where he eye pokes the guy or knees the guy in the groin + he was flagged for banned substance. Adesanya hasn't fought dirty or tested positive for drugs. Nothing crazy about my comment.

[@gusman4381]

Isreal you showed so much heart brother I’m truly impressed with you every time you fight 🦍⚔️🔥💕

[@blax52vet]

I didn't know Martin did an interview after the fight with Tommy Hearns.

[@ZYAIRE100]

Kelvin is made out of adamantium! Israel is made out of vibranium! Sheesh, those strikes. Hats off to both fighters, epic fight.

[@mysticmac5555]

Izzy lookin like the Martin meme.

[@TheNewEmpire777]

I was just thinking that lol

[@MarcusTim0thy]

EXACTLY

[@philosophyexplained]

I love these post fight interviews backstage

[@Romes007]

Give it up for the analysts holding it together! Izzy lookin like the only brother in who-ville, the grinch’s right hand man over even that little dog of his...,he absolutely looks like he got hit with a fry pan lmao.Tough cat, impressive win 🍳🌍

[@bradengedda9870]

Try me Fqt hehe creative insults.

[@dznArro]

bro i was there at 236 and when he was going for the triangle it got so fucking loud. amazing

[@luilu7029]

Now he looks like a true broken native.

[@soonerbred22]

#triggerwarning

[@BlackGeniusGod]

Make sure you throw champion in there too fool

[@soonerbred22]

@Blue Thoughts actually it does. Championship pay, 5 round fight, a belt...etc..Robert is really intermin champ number one he didn't beat a champion to become champion. So Roberts belt is no difference than Izzy's

[@papielG]

Now youre on the radar big time bro!!! congrats

[@BreadNoDop]

Izzy looks like a Simpson character

[@Roronoa_Zoro_Official]

I loved how he mentions the Usos David Tua Ray Sefo & Mark Hunt....Sole you definitely invited to every Bbq in the whole of New Zealand ✊✊✊❤️🇳🇿🇳🇬

[@alansalcedo885]

Adesanya be looking like Apu from the Simpsons

[@VALAK_pr]

Israel is one of the best Warriors that pass tru the UFC 🔥💪🏼🔥 blessings.

[@DDRUTOU]

DANG!!! He looks like Cyborg now

[@james56660]

DDRUTOU + But he won and that's what matters. At the end of the day, he's going home with the belt and you are there with your cheap Chinese cell phone belly-aching. Loser.

[@DDRUTOU]

@@james56660 Dude? I did I insult your mom or something? Calm your nerves, man. It's just a comment. SHEESH

[@supernecessary2961]

@@DDRUTOU that's Israel's closet boyfriend he's just little cranky

[@RadFingerz]

Chael is so fucking well put with his information and how to present it, chael is a genius with mma , commentary’s,and podcast, speaking in person. Love chaels input on things he spoke the light of israel for the ones that wernt quite forsure

[@biggztv3279]

Isreal that wasnt easy money but keep it up

[@avosehemmanuelwhesu5985]

Congratulations to you brother.

[@crzxm]

Israel will have to face Gastelum again at some point. He knows it. Maybe even a third time...

[@kreed82]

Are you going to make him Israel's gustaffson now?

[@crzxm]

@@kreed82 his Gustaffson, his Romero, his Cormier.

[@kreed82]

@@crzxm ppl(mostly his fans) debate whether gus won the 1st fight against jones. A large contingent of ppl debate whether romero won the 2nd whittaker fight. Gastelum nearly finished adesanya at points in their scap. Cormier never came close to beating jones in any fight. Can you guess which one is not like the others?

[@crzxm]

@@kreed82 So no?

[@kreed82]

@@crzxm no

[@jamesmckendry2247]

I WASN'T sold on Izzy UNTIL the 5th round... That was impressive and now I BELIEVE..

[@Pourtoumania]

2 beautiful fights,4 good strikers Stood up up for 50 min...congrats to Izzy and Dustin...Dustin had try his first takedown attempts late round 3...14min after the start you try your first takedown..i know it wasbt the gane plan but based on that dude , it's gonna be hard for you against Khabib..he will put you on father's plan..easily...style make fight,but khabib put you on your back

[@markgtv56]

Face all swollen, still got the confidence, haters gonna hate

[@pichofiraviyah8492]

Gastelum rearranged his face lol

[@rubblesr877]

1989 Tiananmen Square have you seen kelvin’s 👃

[@frenzyf0k148]

@@rubblesr877 Kelvin looks the same, he just got a cut

[@rubblesr877]

GLTCH 12345 did you say it was only a cut.Kelvin got wobbled and dropped like 300 times.what are you talking about? 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@WalkerSinbad3959]

@@frenzyf0k148 Shows how lame u are. He's not afraid to show himself bruised. He fought a tough puncher, he stood up. Did Kevin take his? Kevin's legs went out like toothpicks. Give izzy his respect shitman

[@suiii685]

I don't understand people like you it's like you gets some kind of win from the winner to looked more mashed then the loser. People swell up more than others

[@seetruth4875]

Respect giving interviews like that..

[@jiggybah1304]

Lol good shit Izzy‼️ I knew he was going to win it. Good shit Kelvin though

[@Nephozx]

Greatest fight of the year so far, followed by another war in the main event, glad I didnt miss this event.

[@JoHnSapla7LordSapla9]

The real question is. Is Kelvin ok after all that head damage?

[@jarredleto7938]

I would take a TKO than an unneeded beating just to show the world how "tough" I am, cause that shit will do harm in the long run and your family will suffer in that time, the trade is not equal at all.

[@369-n2e]

100% good ! its fighting not pool

[@JoHnSapla7LordSapla9]

@@369-n2e I guess you're one of those "JUST BLEED" guys right? 😂😂😂

[@yasuhirohagakure2812]

The Saplas that fight definitely took some years off of him u can’t be blocking punches with your head

[@yhideit4427]

Kevin's face doesn't look this bad. ..,.plus. ..haven't you seen the size of his head. ?

[@mannysantos1435]

Never watched Kelvin much but he is a beast!

[@cashbandit4]

“He’s Jon jones youngest son 😂😂😂😭”

[@bigboy8508]

I never have seen Adesanya with a battered face like this before. He won but that Mexicano is a warrior.

[@elliot3200]

it would be a shame if they let him step in the same cage with the biggest sociopath in mma history.

[@ms3vt720]

Who's that?

[@jack11643]

he is reffering to jon jones most likely.@@ms3vt720

[@leslied.2475]

Its not just about stepping in the octagon knocking someone out or getting knocked out yourself, you also need to be schooled theoretically and practically in the game. And my brother here just proves that he really burned his candles, and he knows the AB&C in the game. Big ups brother! Naija is proud of you.

[@Yachiruxunohana]

Henry Cejudo won gold medal 🥇 with freakin broken neck and stole John Cena ex

[@Tkenny35]

Holy shit he looks like a completely different person. Kelvin has earned a lot of fans. Kelvin was 6inches short and held his own standing up against a young,beast of a striker way bigger than him!

[@chrisp6870]

Gained a ton of respect for both fighters in this fight, but you can't say UFC guys aren't on your level in terms of striking with a face like that. Not to mention a ridiculous difference in height and reach.

[@ej1692]

dude is cocky af. Almost got knocked out twice by a t rex reached dude that literally played right into his strengths

[@entertainmentnews5355]

nigerians are confident..adsanya will make u win ur bets,,bet on him and esp usman

[@alaindmystic9876]

Israel, the champ, go go go. 5 on him win submission, didnt think end like that,respect love from a Dublin,

[@C0LDWiR3]

Kelvin is really good, but Adensanya is great.

[@D9Wx]

Lmao israel was super Lucky he didnt grt finished by kelvin who brainfarted and shot a takedown when issy was out on his feet. Forgot that boi?

[@kigrey3994]

Great at blowing Dana

[@mindboard8203]

@@D9Wx i would say Kelvin is the lucky one, for not getting finished in 5 round, saved by the bell

[@BlackGeniusGod]

@@D9Wx he lost dude. Get over it!

[@sainttrunks1982]

Dang, Kelvin G. made Izzy come out looking like Guillermo Rigondeaux literally.

[@sigfriedcaban7298]

And he wants to fight jon Jones.stay away

[@humanbean1424]

Jons too big for him. Weight advantage and good wrestling spells no go for Adesanya.

[@tornadoknight3996]

Israel is good but Jones would destroy him

[@Eddy-fq9mw]

Jones would have to come down in weight no way Israel has a chance at lightweight

[@kierenmckenna1568]

@@Eddy-fq9mw *light heavyweight

[@DaveSandine]

Jones doesn't throw combos like kelvin, much slower also

[@ChiloKillz]

That 5th round was absolutely CRAZY. That was the best showcase of a champion heart I’ve seen that I can remember. I really thought it was over in the 4th looked like a physical surrender to me and then for him to dominate the 5th like that, FOTY

[@emhaiti6372]

I have to be honest and admit I am disappointed. Not in Israel, but in my hope/dream that he is the next Anderson or John Jones...But Isreal is what I thought he was, a great fighter with a small chance to actually win the real title...And that small chance is there because of the fight he had tonight and him getting this experience vs Kelvin. If he fought Whittaker tonight, Israel would have been slept...but now he probably will improve his game a lot and his game plan, and his ability to stay safe and realize he is not untouchable, will help him come up with a smart (not cocky) game plan vs the real champ and he has the physical talent and tools to execute the perfect plan and win. I still think he will be a 3-1 under dog....

[@suiii685]

Kelvin has more power than Whittaker so not really if that was rob tonight Izzy would of finished him. Rob gets dropped loads. Kelvin has more heart and better chin

[@ej1692]

@@suiii685 yeah but rob has a way longer reach and more well rounded striking. It will be interested, but i expect rob to have a terrible gameplan just like kelvin did tonight and lose

[@suiii685]

@@ej1692 yeah but rob don't have that one punch ko that's Kelvin does and that's bad for Whittaker because Izzy will counter the shit out of him

[@emhaiti6372]

could b true, but my hope was for Israel to mess him up without barely being touched at the very least. Like J.Jones did to many legends.....but both guys are amazing and extremely tough and he did surprise me with his mental strength and having the balls to all out instead of playing it safe like most current....A real champ will have the balls to go for it no matter what...as of now Isreal does have that and if he does become a champ, well see how he handles It and if he stays as good once everyone knowns all his moves and once every fight the opponent is fighting the fight of their life and for him it will be another title defense and no longer the most important thing ever etc etc.@@suiii685

[@davindanger6497]

At first I didn't like izzy but after this fight I have nothing but respect for him as a man, and as warrior... he is a stud. Much respect

[@luvprit8142]

Congrats adesanya and remain humble,don't listen to chael😅

[@BrocoliFN]

You dont know Izzy,he keeps it real he ain't no humble quiet kid,he's cocky and confident and fun to watch and listen, that's how he should be that's why he will become one of the biggest stars in MMA

[@NicolaMaxwell]

If you don't listen to chael you miss out. Hes one of the best analysts in the business and toughest fighters... hes the man.

[@NicolaMaxwell]

@@BrocoliFN chael loves when fighters promote themselves n have the attitude izzy has that will make him loved or disliked- both make him a star... his fighting speaks for itself but I reckon hes got a hell of a fight with Rob

[@David-qv5ku]

Damn his face is real beat up bro respect to both fighters one of the best fights I’ve ever seen

[@rainbowhouse3427]

The hype train did not end

[@abigee6164]

He never sat down once in between rounds. Super underrated choice

[@MichaelP-ke1tm]

Hopefully Robert "Pullout Machine" Whittaker shows up to fight. Robert has fought 1 time to Israels 6 times in the past 12 months.

[@monwhooperinvasive8064]

Yeah..but he fought fucking yoel romero back to back

[@GM-qg7zb]

But yoel is equal to 10 opponents damage and robert survivied i dont think izzy can fight yoel

[@TheLukieBoi1]

If you spend 50 minutes in the octagon against Yoel Romero, you deserve a bit of time. He also fought Jacare before that. Rob's done the hard miles, about time Izzy caught up

[@T.K.KIRKLAND.]

Romero would eat izzy

[@MichaelP-ke1tm]

@@T.K.KIRKLAND. Romero is the p4p 2nd best pullout machine

[@peterawale1167]

One of my favourite fighters I've ever seen.

[@nightfallstudios7193]

Israel did good, brought it all the way till the 5th round but still could not sleep Kelvin who had such big disadvantages, height and reach. He almost got dropped and slept himself if he would have never dropped the flashy act and be cautious. He was going to try and come in and finish Kelvin with ease but couldn’t, Kelvin woke him up. I’m NOT an Israel hater but I don’t believe people should think he’s the GOAT yet. He had a hard time with Kelvin, admit it guys. Whittaker and Romeo is going to be a different game as well, I’m scared for Israel but I’m sure he will remain calm and collective through out it and THEN even if he does manages to get through those guys he has to worry about Jones, the fight that will probably be the most anticipated fight of the decade, legit. Jones being in his prime still and Israel just beginning to rise up and if he does beat Romeo and Whittaker with ease I guess we can say he would be in his prime as well. It will definitely be an exciting fight if it ever happens. Israel fans, no ones trying to hate but it’s evident he struggled a bit with Kelvin and let his ego get this best of him. I like Israel but if he walks through Romeo and Whittaker then I will officially be a fan, no doubt and will be looking forward to seeing him taking ‘Peco Jones’ out the game, sitting Jones down and humbling him for the first time, I still think Jones is putting on an act making us believe he’s better. I think if Israel dethrones Jones then it kind of officially marks a new era of fighters. Mostly all the old fighters are out the game, Jones is basically the last almost really. It will mark a new age in UFC and hopefully we will see more and more exciting fights.

[@suiii685]

Izzy is the hardest fight for Whitaker and that's facts the speed and persion. Izzy will finish rob In 3

[@rus2thes0uL]

Nightfall Studios damn bro chill

[@nightfallstudios7193]

hesky time I don’t believe in that philosophy BS, especially the speed/precision over power, etc. It’s who is more sharper with their skills, who’s more collective and who can weather the storm better. Israel got dropped once and he’s lucky Kelvin didn’t catch him flush with any other power left over hands or etc. Kelvin does not even use kicks in his arsenal really, he’s a wrestler/brawler really. Whittaker fought Romeo, both have beast kicks and sick combinations and striking skills. Both have dropped each other relentlessly and got back up to fight to the last one standing. Israel fought someone who is like half that and almost lost to him. Romeo and Whittaker will DEFINITELY be challenges and if you deny it then you’re just not a true fighting analyst and are biased. I clearly gave props to Israel, he’s an amazing fighter but still has a lot to prove, it’s just starting. Just that Romeo and Whittaker are just different fighters than Kelvin. They have a bigger arsenal, and have much to work with to use against Israel and I’m sure he knows that, unlike you who probably claims to be a fan. We will see how the future rolls out. I’m excited to maybe one day see Israel vs Jones, fight of the decade.

[@nightfallstudios7193]

rus2thes0uL Just like to analyze fighters and give the true facts from both sides, its only right that someone gives props to both side and shows the true facts/challenges within the fight. Like I believe Israel presents a lot but probably needs to work a bit on his wrestling as Whittaker is pretty skilled grappling, besides that it’s Israel’s chin. People don’t know but Israel has been knocked out before, look it up. He has a weak chin if you were to land a clean solid power hit. Kelvin’s punch that dropped him was half ass or half plum meaning he didn’t cock his arm back nor pivot his hips while throwing. Israel can definitely drop Whittaker but he can’t afford to go into a brawling match like he did tonight because Whittaker can take being dropped and won’t sleep. I think he needs to submit Whittaker for the win in my view or just by keeping distance using his reach with his hands and feet/legs. Also using footwork to move away from Whittaker, pretty much a mayweather type strategy or any other defensive fighter like Lomechenko who hit and get out.

[@suiii685]

@@nightfallstudios7193 why do you people think yoel is some god there's a reason he hasn't got a belt and he's 41. Yoel wouldn't touch Izzy and it's facts that Kelvin is a smarter fighter than Whittaker he moves his head moves his feet and has more power than Whittaker. The was nothing lucky about Izzy win tonight. Izzy reach and IQ will him the belt easily. Robert is to reckless and Izzy will counter that and put him out. Yoel can't even make weight and Whitaker always injured

[@philosophyexplained]

Adesanya has got top 5 swag in Combat sports period

[@laquanmcintyre8442]

he needs to keep jon jones name out his mouth. congrats tho.

[@valorous123]

Kelvin what a beast and stand up guy m a huge fan even in his defeat which was real real close

[@marcuslove9248]

Don't get too big headed you busted up dude...

[@MarcusTim0thy]

Busted with a Belt 👌🏿👌🏿

[@marcuslove9248]

@@MarcusTim0thy better watch Whitaker... In my Dr. Sebi voice... He gonna get u. He gonna get you...

[@kelvin4910]

@@marcuslove9248 huh

[@kylecoleman2881]

Everytime i thinkthis guy has his work cut out for him in an upcoming fight. He proves me wrong.. love watching him. Hype is real

[@donboklangthabah2138]

Look at his face lol

[@smanslam1]

You know the fight was tough when the face of the winner is like this. Wow that was incredible, glad I didn't miss it.

[@smr144]

gastellun beat him up pretty bad

[@David.jaemin]

Humble and intelligence