Israel Adesanya is Keeping A Close Eye On The Main Event | UFC 297 Breakdown & Picks

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Two Time UFC Middleweight Champion Israel 'The Last Stylebender' Adesanya breaks down and gives his betting picks for UFC 297: Strickland vs Du Plessis.
00:00 Intro
00:55 Stacked Meter / Sleeper Fights
01:40 Arnold Allen vs Movsar Evloev
03:21 Chris Curtis vs Marc-Andre Barriault
04:29 Neil Magny vs Mike Malott
05:30 Raquel Pennington vs Mayra Bueno Silva
06:24 Sean Strickland vs Dricus Du Plessis
Edited by: @StayHYDRATEDVisuals
Shot & Produced by: @DAVEBLAKAMOTO
#ufc297 #israeladesanya #seanstrickland #dricusduplessis

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[@user-dj4fd4wm7v]

I just farted

[@kaimojepaslt]

bitc@ advertising gambling , where people destroy their life. you are lowlife.

[@deandingus794]

Selling out to Stake? Think about it bro

[@PERKIODURKIO]

Dog molester

[@DixieNormous9]

How many hand job you give your dog since on break ??

[@hamidious]

Now that the fight happened, Adasanya's analysis is 100% accurate

[@jvm-tv]

The first middleweight championship that does not feature Izzy since 2017. Crazy stat.

[@akin9868]

Or Robert Whitaker. Correct?

[@Obiodum_]

@@akin9868 How does Whittaker have any relevance in this matter? Every title fight after 2018 has featured Adesanya. That's what the OP means.

[@akin9868]

@@Obiodum_ I saw a stat that mentioned these two names and 2017-2018 so I'm asking for a reference as I never clicked the article to read because I didn't have the time. Are you policing this channel? If so, then arrest me but if I'm not am I free to go officer.

[@bikramjiitsiingh4997]

But did he won in 2019?

[@josephcamavinga9721]

@@akin9868 But that's just kind of stupid

[@kudzairuwonde2060]

After watching the fight Sean vs Dricus today. That was an accurate analysis from Izzy

[@leyderger]

perfect

[@MbuotidemJohnson]

like i was going to say the same thing, izzy is special

[@AryanSharma-tk2bm]

Israel very smart with his take on the fight and how the fight will go through the match . Came true innit !!

[@franklfrr7666]

Really appreciate your analysis of the main event with giving both respect for their fighting ability

[@chizzelfingers]

why,,izzy couldn't beat either 1. izzy destroyed his legacy by being a sell out. sold out his country,friends,beliefs, family all to suk off giant corporations while his so-called "people" die in poverty. strickland exposed and ended izzys carrer. remember when izzy talking shtt about jon jones😂😂😂😂😂😂😂now all the izzy fanboys see how ridiculous that was. jones destroys izzy 1000 out of 1000 times in under 2mins. fact. and what did izzy do,went crawling to jon jones feet begging him to pretend to be his friend. watch the video 😂jon looking at izzy like he's a bttch😂😂. jon jones loves freedom,he's pro gun,pro Trump. and jon hayes communism, giant corporations, corrupt govt,China slavery. izzy supports all these things. it's disgusting and funny bc izzy is literally irrelevant in mna. he never wins another fight...fact😢😢

[@033MMAFiend]

Izzy imitating Chris Curtis was WILD😂😂

[@Franjolos]

that chris curtis impression was so spot on lmfao

[@sexualchocolate516]

I think the word Izzy was looking for to describe him is yes man. If he wasn’t kissing up to Sean no one would give af about Curtis

[@MimiPipoo]

what timestamp was it?

[@dunebythenile]

@@MimiPipoo3:39

[@awofoduopeyemi2661]

😂😂😂 Izzy described him well, he is a little slow 😹.. I’ve always seen him that way.. he is like these guys that things that know a lot and they’re actually fish brains

[@spinningcuckdick]

He is definitely a yes man😂 agrees to everything the hillbilly says

[@jesushernandez-gw2qj]

Bro watching this after the fight and when Izzy said Sean would get ddp with the jabs and the ddp will switch to wrestling and shit went exactly like that. It was a crazy fight though. Also champ can wait to see back in the octagon, respect ✊

[@RexxorDDG]

Dricus does have a nasty arsenal of submissions that alot of people haven't seen, but Sean's cardio and boxing is something else

[@monkeyslap7772]

Most people don't know that Sean Is pretty damn good on the ground.

[@dabo150]

@@monkeyslap7772 Sean is decent on the ground, DDP quite literally choked out 4 Gracies without any trouble. If it goes to the ground Sean is gonna be helpless ngl.

[@That-One-Spy-Main]

​@@monkeyslap7772 I mean he has very good defense But it was so long ago that we saw him offensively grapple and try to submit guys That was back when he was at WW

[@TheKennyOkoye]

Can’t wait till you make history becoming 3x MW champion. Accolades will just keep coming, the haters will have no option but to respect you. Keep pushing behind the scenes brother 👊🏾🖤🇳🇬

[@VinnyTheOne]

Bro is everywhere

[@KhamzatErceg]

He could beat Dricus maybe but Strickland is and will always be a nightmare stylistic match up for Izzy,plus with Khamzat in the division, he's run is mostly likely over tbh.

[@robbiejohnston2023]

Ride his meat harder

[@prod.rhodamine]

@@KhamzatErceg khamzat aint doing nothing lol, dude won a questionable decision over a welterweight short notice usman, actual middleweights destroy him

[@kshark7934]

​@@KhamzatErceg😂 they said that about Alex

[@4freefire737]

This age just like what izzy say

[@socalsays]

Always great to see you fam🤙

[@Sienn0]

Interesting insights, looking forward to the bout and you possibly facing the winner!

[@travisbonaventure4969]

He predicted this shi perfect

[@komeseetv5843]

The analysis was crisp and straight to the point.

[@user-kf7ov2fi4h]

Strait to the point, meaning it was a lackluster lazy analysis with no factual context..just emotions

[@komeseetv5843]

@@YuldsToo I will check them out too.

[@Obiodum_]

@@user-kf7ov2fi4h You seem to have an obsession with a man you hate. Weird behaviour.

[@kosta764]

@@user-kf7ov2fi4hcry more

[@Lafawduhs]

Sean captured Izzy like a slave 😭😂

[@kract76]

Strickland Stan's are Real Salty Rn. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😅😅😅😅😅😅😅😂😂😂😂😂😂😅😅😅

[@loudigity0]

Hope you feeling good brotha getting your personal time and working on yourself you needed ot cant wait for your come back

[@youtubeconnollyfamily]

So happy you made a video for this because I was very interesting on your thoughts for this title fight

[@jayhamiltonwild]

Nice izzy, respect for not dissin, glad your on the way back man! Peace

[@alcottdevalte7440]

It's ridiculous how the middleweight division might end up having a Chinese, American and African champion within 6 months... So many different parts of the world.

[@DailyVibesHub]

Idiot

[@juuk3103]

Who is the Chinese?

[@JesusSavesandRomeEnslaves]

Izzy 💀

[@ozylocz4078]

Nah dude this could be the year with 3 different African champions, desean, ddp and Izzy

[@jonathanburke5654]

​@@juuk3103Izzy

[@danielalmo4255]

Always happy when you drop a video! Ready for you to come back in 2024!

[@MrVirtuezzz]

@@YuldsToo shut up

[@danielalmo4255]

@@YuldsToo I will check your channel homie👍🏾

[@haikalalif1552]

@@YuldsToof u

[@tobipeter2677]

the way IZZY analyses this fight just tells you how intelligent and sound he is

[@RedVSBlueIsCewl]

izzys ability to predict/envision how fights go is just amazing. He looking good tho, I hope he enjoys his vacation. The pace he went the last couple of years was just crazy.

[@uydfxstxeus1300]

He’s back in training now: let’s see what he’ll do. Let’s hope he trains with Jon Jones.

[@Obiodum_]

​​@@uydfxstxeus1300Jones is injured. But it would be good if he does come back renewed with some grappling and wrestling to his game. I think that element will throw off a lot of people if Israel starts doing that.

[@uydfxstxeus1300]

@@Obiodum_ I know he’s injured, but it’s been already two month and is just starting again: in a few months, they will be able to meet.

[@Obiodum_]

​@@uydfxstxeus1300I understand but I would imagine Jones would be more focused on his own preparation for the Stipe fight. But I guess they can help each other. Israel can certainly help him in the striking department.

[@tp6881]

W content homie much love from Rotorua

[@anasshahid224]

Solid breakdown Izzy! Really hope to see you back for UFC 300 😊

[@anon21341]

cope@@user-kg6gl4vr1h

[@panacheafrika8097]

I'm ok with Izzy resting until Madison SQUARE Garden in November

[@DADRB0B55]

Adesanya vs Du Plessis Adesanya vs Chimeav

[@Obiodum_]

​@@panacheafrika8097 November? Are you being serious?

[@deandingus794]

Loved seeing him not allowed to do anything for 25 minutes. That was my favorite breakdown

[@brown_guy_mma]

Great breakdown as always champ !!

[@user-kf7ov2fi4h]

Racist rant from a sad washed up puppy lover

[@Obiodum_]

​@@user-kf7ov2fi4h Daniel Eden on his fifth alt account talking nonsense.

[@IsenathiDyantyi]

Champ?

[@anorbert38]

​@@user-kf7ov2fi4hBut you are here sucking him off still. You haters are weird af😂😂😂😂

[@that8968]

@@user-kf7ov2fi4h You're racist

[@patricknez7258]

Super excited for the main event 🔥 Awesome to get Izzy's insights on the fight. I find listening to Izzy break down matchups very interesting and informative

[@theartist9928]

Perfect ! Can't wait for your return boss, Big support from Senegal 🇸🇳🇳🇬❤

[@DawnOfANewEra1]

but he touches dogs so does it matter?

[@micahjohnson138]

​@@DawnOfANewEra1no i watched the video and nothing crazy

[@omni-man7287]

Dricus didnt even roast Sean that badly.... Dricus said the exact same things Seans been saying for years.. All Dricus said, was "you think your dad beat the sh!t outta you, wait till I beat you" something like that

[@Humanitip]

it wasn't a roast it was a personal attack to Sean. Sean's dad was his bully and he happens to be a fighter now it's all linked. I understand the reaction but not the action.

[@EugeakaEugene]

​@@HumanitipSean uses it as a shield. Most fighters have traumas and don't trash talk others. He made fun of a fighter who go hit by the bus and Khalil's struggles with depression

[@AliFrankTheTank]

Sean heard that and melted lmaoooo. Mans a former nazi think he heard worse but guess not

[@Humanitip]

@@EugeakaEugene i wasn't aware that changes things.

[@Humanitip]

@YuldsToo goodluck bro keep doing your thing!

[@animateddream1035]

Solid fucking breakdown, dude. I found this really interesting. Forgot how good you are at analysis. Bless up, champ 🙏

[@samshongwe]

​@YuldsToo Dude, ENOUGH! You're under every comment and your content doesn't even have the appeal to this audience. Appreciate your endeavour, but STOP.

[@IsenathiDyantyi]

Champ?

[@mmamultiverse75]

He actually refrained from giving a actual breakdown cause he's going to be fighting the winner

[@kelvin4910]

​@IsenathiDyantyi yes now stfu, once a champ always a champ, not just for izzy

[@jaybrack7272]

Izzy’s Chris Curtis impression had me rollin 😂😂 DDP about to get KO’d!

[@KeriBaby23]

Respectable breakdown. Love to see it 👏🏼

[@DawnOfANewEra1]

but he touches dogs so does it matter?

[@ImaCocoNgati]

The stage is set Izzy!!!!!!!! Battle of the Africaaaaaa 🌍 Get it dog!!!!!!

[@GFunkS.ufcpicksandbreakdowns]

Battle of the afica . I take English was never your strong point

[@etiene363]

Hey I'm from SA 🇿🇦and I appreciate the video champ, specifically the way you're handling dricus as a focal point in the breakdown, it's not my place but much respect Isreal🥊

[@IsenathiDyantyi]

Champ?

[@etiene363]

@@IsenathiDyantyi yes

[@andreasbeats7957]

Stop sucking izzys balls

[@FinnMMA]

hes not the champ and his reign is one of the most overrated of all time. The middleweight divison was the worst division in the UFC by far for so many years lol dude never fought a good grappler or wrestler its sad man nowadays he wouldnt be a long reigning champ.. featherweight is pretty much as bad aswell Volks reign is also kinda overrated

[@Obiodum_]

@@FinnMMA Written like a true dope.

[@bryanshutt8227]

Nothing but love champ!! Really respect you for talking about these guys and their fight! Hope all is well and hope to see you soon champ!

[@Livicode]

Prophet Izzy!!! Perfect prediction 👌🏽 Looking forward to seeing you return mate 👍🏽

[@ConduitKingg]

Never thought i'd say this. But I actually miss Izzy as MW Champ. At least he was able to hold onto his belt for a few years before being dethroned. Then got it back again. His unfortunate loss to Sean was just a minor setback though. Everyone has a bad night from time to time. Now that dudes well rested lets see him humble DDP this spring.

[@luqoye304]

Damn Son!! You have a crystal ball 🔮 or something? I don't know if I'll call it a prediction or a statement of Fact cos 95% of what you said about the main fight was what happened. You only missed out on the distance & sub but all other were Perfectly Spot On!! Way To Go Champ!!! 💪🏿👑🥋

[@asdfg-yx5ps]

u are about to get 'The Feeling' again that many of people haven't experienced yet. inspirational. I hope to get one someday in my life🔥

[@missingLink109]

Good Seeing You again CHAMP. Lol.... That facial expression ....the impression for Curtis was spot on..

[@brookshenderson2639]

LETS GO CHAMP UFC 300 main event you get the belt back!!!

[@shrektheogre2853]

Lmfaoo no way, but i guess thats the only way izzy wins right, by rushing his opponent?

[@IsenathiDyantyi]

Champ?

[@Obiodum_]

@@shrektheogre2853 Like he rushed Whittaker? Costa? Vettori? Gastelum? Pereira? Stop talking shit.

[@OfficialHakureiReimu]

​@@Obiodum_He actually did rush Vettori

[@Obiodum_]

@@OfficialHakureiReimu He didn't rush Vettori you melon. It was a 8 week turnover and Adesanya had 11 weeks after fighting Jan Blachowicz. Both of them went five rounds each in their fight. What about the other fights I mentioned? No response to those? Mugu. Adesanya fought Silva and Gastelum in the same period of time. He also fought 5/6 times in the first 12 months of his UFC career. Don't try it.

[@juntjoonunya9216]

I think so too. I think Dricus will finish him any way too. I thnk he's just blossoming as a juggernaut of the future champ kinda like how Dan Henderson took some time to discover what a beast he was, and developed skills slowly over time

[@ImmaSlapYoFaceMC]

Already looking forward to his recap

[@JamieM202]

big love from the UK brother!

[@MediaByManuel]

6:38 "white on white crime" sent me lmaooo

[@nodruj8681]

Black boys coping.. check the stats

[@melaninfarmer]

Blks love to say racial shit like this then play the vicrtim if it happens to them.

[@DawnOfANewEra1]

he fucks dogs so u can have him

[@finessekid3661]

@@nodruj8681 bro doesnt know what a joke is 😂

[@endrykperez412]

​@@nodruj8681imagine crying in the comments over a joke 💀💀💀💀💀

[@mphommopi3728]

Izzy got only one wrong. I need to watch his predictions in the future

[@spaceman1678]

Perfect analysis after seeing the fight smart man as usual 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@atl6810]

Good picks👍🏾💯

[@DawnOfANewEra1]

but he touches dogs so does it matter?

[@xtekka]

izzy- " in the fight, i had some other shit going on" lol shaaaaardup hahahaha

[@Oth_meech]

😂😂

[@onyinyeonyema9921]

Even Sean knew he didn't fight Izzy that day

[@edrianluyt8735]

Love your channel, Love your fights and love your commentary. Rooting for Dricus, since I'm from SA too. Pity about the bad blood between you two.

[@twistedsd]

Hey Izzy , you and your bro make a good team. I like how bro holds you accountable...respect👊🏿

[@DawnOfANewEra1]

but he touches dogs so does it matter?

[@haos313]

U the real champ brudda, hope u come back smoking these guys, i love u izzy since day 1

[@Sj-ux7vb]

Chris Curtis impression is spot on

[@4freefire737]

Bro he speaking facts

[@matthewharetakis]

Respect on the Clayton Bigsby reference. That character holding up his hood is my Counter-Strike 2 handle/avatar. Lols. Best show of all time. Da Ali G show was p. bangin' too.

[@RayGamingChannel10]

Can’t wait to see you back in the octagon homie keep thriving in life

[@ChristopherMcMullan]

'homie' man licking balls gs he ain't your mate🤣🤣

[@aryamanmani4025]

Chris Curtis impression killed me

[@federalgodson]

Can't wait for your return champ. It feels so empty without you. We are practicing patience

[@TransitionedToAShark]

@@YuldsToowhat division do you fight in?

[@IsenathiDyantyi]

Champ?

[@notktm]

You’re not a real person

[@GrantandShirley]

Awesome bro 👏

[@abdiyusuf3544]

Good to see on you sofa doing breakdown on the belf you have lost! Hopefully you'll be back soon.

[@courageousempire7331]

Thanks for the great contents Champ💪🏿🇳🇬

[@IsenathiDyantyi]

Champ?

[@courageousempire7331]

@@IsenathiDyantyi Do you have any problem

[@laszlo5828]

Yes i have dindu

[@laszlo5828]

Yes i have dindu

[@Obiodum_]

@@courageousempire7331 Ignore that fool.

[@ayylienn]

I'm African but I ain't no brother of yours son 🔥

[@kesuya]

That line was cold, bro

[@me.pablo_]

Love it how u appreciate Sean😍❤️

[@takeonefortheteam3764]

Great video to my favorite david , izzy your cool also ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@mphommopi3728]

My boy got too rich and lost his hunger. I was watching that main event thinking this can’t be the best guys. Coz Izzy is way skilled than those two

[@Obiodum_]

My thoughts exactly. It was an ugly fight. Especially from Du Plessis' side. But that's what these so called fans want. They don't want a technical fighter like Adesanya.

[@woahblackbetty7691]

Shoutout to the puppy 🐶

[@patterpie7940]

😂

[@drugbustin]

Shout out to the virgins that don't know what sexual intent is and wont shutup about sex with dogs 🐶🐶

[@woahblackbetty7691]

@@drugbustin Ok dog groomer

[@That-One-Spy-Main]

Keyboard clown

[@mikemosley2948]

Stop defending your running like a bitch, “dog lover” and actually acknowledge him for what he is……embarrassment to the sport😂

[@salayi]

shout for being the only one capable of saying his surname right haha, you got a fan in me, all the way from SA.

[@chaseperri9849]

Hey its that dude that got 5-0ed by strickland

[@That-One-Spy-Main]

Come back when Sean lost the belt and doesn't even have half of Izzy's title fight wins

[@poethefallen1333]

​@@That-One-Spy-Mainyou'r comment will age like warm milk and even then I bet Izzy's balls will still remain in you'r throat. Let's see.

[@chaseperri9849]

@@That-One-Spy-Main Izzy got dominated cope harder

[@That-One-Spy-Main]

​@@chaseperri9849 Doesn't change what I said It's like Mike Tyson and Buster Douglas Izzy is the all time great everyone remembers Sean will be half forgotton and only be known for this 1 win Just facts

[@chaseperri9849]

@@That-One-Spy-Main lmao what rock you living under? Nobody likes Izzy your out here on the internet defending a dog molestor get a grip

[@strg4291]

Stricklands son ❤

[@That-One-Spy-Main]

Come back when Sean lost the belt and doesn't even have half of Izzy's title fight wins

[@ChristopherMcMullan]

​@@That-One-Spy-Maindoesn't matter, when they fought sean completely dominated him... Izzy looked like a scared little boy

[@That-One-Spy-Main]

​@@ChristopherMcMullan And when it's all said and done We will talk about Izzy as one of the greats and Sean will only be known for 1 thing It's like Mike Tyson and Buster Douglas

[@allanjeromesrevenge]

Izzy is a fuckin legend that Curtis impression was spot on 😂😂😂

[@okeogheneorotoma8766]

@stylebender's impression on Chris Curtis got me laughing and peeing on myself 😅...."yea dude"

[@user-xw6mt6zq9k]

gl on the next one coz it will be do or die for campion days ❤

[@TimeEnthusiast]

The return is going to be massive ngl

[@PERKIODURKIO]

Imagine you of all people saying someone’s fake on camera😂 oblivious

[@Obiodum_]

You're an embarrassment bud. Look at that comment history. You're obsessed with this man.

[@MrVanrensburgc]

Strickland DDP, should be a good fight, but I think DDP and yourself will be amazing. Fighting off the back or front foot is arguable, but having the tools to get the upper hand is more important. Getting the belt, so they say is always easier than keeping the belt. Hope to see you back soon!

[@goodnamestaken]

3:38 Curtis catching strays 😂

[@77cecil]

Please disarm the new champion duplexes. We need you. Your the only one who could craft a plan and execute

[@evandublin4193]

Does the goat reply? Izzy you’ve been an inspiration to me staying true to you.

[@GooGooGadget]

He doesn’t care about his fans

[@spaceman1678]

Your about to have a field day with DDP !!👊🏾🔥🔥🥇

[@blessedxxiii8908]

you'll be back champ👑💯

[@angun703]

Come on izzy u win the belt ezz

[@Tannerr14]

Miss u bro. Strickland funny asf but he the only one keeping it lit rn

[@Mighty15x]

LFG!!! Love Izzy videos!😊🔥

[@mmakreesekingjr2074]

Style on these boys we getting the belt Champ

[@wjzo8940]

Bro just went 0-5

[@Unrealy574]

That Chris Curtis impression made me fell off my chair😂

[@user-xj8pg7tn9j]

Thank adesanya for this analyse and promote warriors movsar and allen and will be entertaining 👏

[@Spacecp23]

My favorite but damn I am still recovering from 293. Man we need you to get that get back once you return

[@Swiss-Cash]

Well predicted

[@ivnightclaw8663]

I know he is one if the goats of middleweight but he doesn't deserve the next title shot, i mean he just lost his title twice within a years time and of of course avanged it with poatan but still he lost it directly aftwards

[@nathanscannell3813]

Shut up

[@speed1720]

Yeah true, but why will he deny it if the UFC wants it. They will 100% look forward to make it if DDP wins

[@ivnightclaw8663]

@@speed1720 yeah that's how it is the UFC is first and foremost a business and then a sport so fair enough

[@MojKanal-cz1iz]

I said same thing. He needs to few fights first to earn his title shot. Remember what he said to Pereira?

[@MrWizardLord]

Bro cleared the whole division. He gave that belt to Sean so he could have a break and add to his story. Just another obstacle to overcome. He’s got Sean’s number. If you watch the fight you can see he wasn’t trying

[@atitebiolubayode7800]

Can’t wait to see you in action again ❤🇳🇬

[@kinggideon1151]

I love your honesty.

[@waalex11]

*I'm hoping Adesanya gets on UFC 300.*

[@nandowash4628]

I believe Izzy can drop anyone in 1 or 2 rounds as he stays mentally superior and physically healthy

[@ConduitKingg]

His stand up skillset is superior to anyone in the mw division.

[@thomasbwalya4257]

I’m back at this video to say this. Adasanya vs dricus Make it happen!! I’m telling you Adasanya is our modern day Muhammad Ali watch his story when he beats dricus and becomes a third time champion.

[@_Great_Invocation]

Perfect prediction. Dricus won

[@adequatequality]

Izzy was definitely high as shit when he did that intro 😂

[@MaryJaneNZL]

Adesanya, dricus and Sean are all great warriors

[@dalynsanders]

That Curtis impersonation is fire