Israel Adesanya: 'Alex Pereira and I spoke in DM's, we appreciate each other'

[@free9ondo]

This guy has a 104-10 record across MMA, Kickboxing, and Boxing. No matter how the rest of his career plays out, he’s one of the best ever to compete in combat sports. Gotta give him his flowers while he’s still here.

[@richardwyatt934]

And even when he annoyed people he got them to watch. Hate/love watching is what makes UFC amazing to watch. Izzy is a smart guy.

[@Shouldaboughtav8]

Izzy can loose 5 more times and it doesn’t change his career being electric. A lot of the goats have loses towards the end of there career it happens.

[@AllBetzOff]

Regardless that’s 114 more fights than I’ve taken. There’s some respect in that

[@ras-se]

Yep one of the greats. Shame he's only now just being barely likeable as he's getting older and has been through defeats. Hope he can perform couple more years and people will really appreciate his time in the sport.

[@mexicanwaffleiron4858]

Tbf most of his kickboxing fights are against regional jobbers. He has maybe 4 good wins if you're being generous

[@gondolin999]

this man’s championship activity was so criminally underrated. people hate but don’t realize what he was doing and has done. one of the greats.

[@Brazill253]

It is literally not underrated at all. I don't think you are grasping the meaning of that word.

[@lostprophecy7593]

He had boring fights against vettori, Cannonier and likes to grope dogs

[@MadsHE123]

Agreed Oscar Willis is the man 🙌 The izzy guy cool aswell

[@Jake-nb2en]

@@Brazill253 Almost everyone on the internet purposely take away all of his credit because they dislike his personality, that is literally underrating his accomplishments.

[@LolaOfficiaI]

Ikr. ​@@Brazill253

[@youssefhannou3122]

Izzy’s a real warrior, man. Dude’s always been active, never ducked anyone. He even stepped up to fight Pereira, one of his biggest nightmares, knowing he might lose. He could’ve said no, and nobody would’ve blamed him since he was the champ, but nah, he faced his fears like a real one and took the challenge. I don’t know about y’all, but to me, that’s what make him a great champ. He deserves mad respect ‘cause he’s a legend who his gonna be remembered as a legend. Hate him or love him is the real deal.

[@Relinquished22]

100% one of the greats of this game

[@silkplayer9]

And he won back his belt AFTER he was beaten by his biggest nightmare too.

[@WorthlessPanda]

he did duck Romero

[@Shady-tn5]

He isn’t a ducker but he got humbled

[@perfectcreature1]

@@Shady-tn5according to u humbled but according to business terms achieved everything now is not trying to sell anything ❤

[@steelwoolsheep7960]

The fact that he asked for the interview to go longer shows how good Oscar is at his job

[@KBWarrioR2018]

And can also throw some hands himself too

[@Teihz]

Agreed loved that izzy just wanted to catch up with a bro

[@iAMkingdom-y4q]

They are close

[@TheStraightestWhitest]

Non-racist contender Izzy is actually likeable.

[@ccmmrrnn]

Oscar's just a good egg, all the CKB boys fw him. Izzy's just catchin up with his mate.

[@oladokunsamuel5923]

Izzy's interviews are always something to look forward to...very insightful speaker

[@MadAtMax.300Blackout]

Izzy is one of them that people are going to talk about in the goat conversation (for MW) when he's dead and gone. What an absolute animal of an athlete. Physical specimen - no diddy

[@kaiz2750]

Your another one of them innit...

[@HoopsRaccoon]

He’s not in the goat conversation. The conversation is about 4 people. He wasn’t even the best in his weight class. You can’t be in the hot debate and not be the best in your weight class. One of the greatest mw EVER? Yes. He’s not better than Silva, so no, can’t even say he’s in the conversation and I am a Izzy hater turned fan. But no, he’s not. He’s not in the same conversation as jones, fedor, Mighty Mouse, silva, or GSP.

[@ghagzor]

Bro izzy is arguably the best MW ever. Silva had a better run but Izzy faced tougher competition so it really is a toss up. People let their hate for izzy blind them. I hate him as a person but as a fighter he is spectacular.

[@MadAtMax.300Blackout]

@@HoopsRaccoon Skipped the point. It's not about whether he is or isn't it's just about people generally being shit.

[@beejj6190]

Undoubtably a great competitor and ATG... not at all GOAT in UFC / MMA. He tailed off in his performance levels once he hit around top 5 in his weight class. Started fighting to stay champ (mentally and physically)) rather than express himself as he did earlier on. And I'm a fan, btw...

[@noahbrown4938]

It’s refreshing when you look back that, dricus, Strickland, pereira, izzy didn’t make any excuses for those losses. No injuries, no bad camps, bad weights cuts, none of that

[@AileenPervert]

@@noahbrown4938 had injuries going into second Pereira fight had a bad camp for Strickland and was injured in the Dricus fight as well but like you said no excuses

[@thanglenmangsitlhou4388]

​@@AileenPervertthe mma guru agrees

[@yuhhh2593]

@@AileenPervert i didn't even know about this, truly no excuses

[@BlueprintGB-z1z]

​@@AileenPervertfirst Pereira fight as well if u remember what Izzy said 😂

[@ProdDestroyer1916]

Every fighter is injured to some degree

[@treefiddy776]

Oscar has built a rapport with these fighters that very, very few journalists have been able to accomplish. Props and love the genuine conversation and staying away from the same old weak questions the media asks.

[@DrSpaceman42]

yeah none of that softball "how do you feel about the fight" type bullshit

[@Project.X7]

Adesanya and pereira was one of the great rivalries, 2 sides of one coin, appreciate the entertainment

[@banelesipeka5267]

Let's go Izzy man

[@MMARavid]

Tbh he's one of the reasons I started watching the sport. So happy for him to be focused and appreciative of the sport.

[@Menotti-y2p]

i introduced mma to my friends with his fight (live) against anderson silva. so fckn epic, they loved it.

[@WILLIS.808]

People hate on Izzy for no reason, he was one of the most active champs ever, each one being a standup striking fight. Iconic moments and KO’s. But above all he’s a respectful and mature person which is refreshing in the age of McGregor wannabes

[@radicalbradical3164]

Notice how you said standup and not exciting? He literally was less entertaining than Sean Strickland and that dude is a jab merchant.

[@jenniferrokhum2329]

But Izzy never fought Islam/Khamzat level wrestler in his Prime. He fought Olympic Silver Medalist but Romero never actually wrestle anymore (like Khabib, Islam, Khamzat type of aggression) in his UFC fight cause of his back Injury Problem i guess..

[@jessechavez4820]

Dude was not mature and respectful. Don't forget how shitty and immature he was during his reign just because its over

[@entorpesch]

He was salty

[@VardridForLife]

​@@radicalbradical3164seriously. Stop watching mma. There is golf,tennis,cricket. Just gtfo

[@zackarysun297]

Alex always showed that appreciation for Izzy since the beginning

[@LimerickR266]

I'd still love to see Adesanya vs Pereira 3 someday at light heavyweight.

[@michaelferguson1]

Hope it won’t be in gfl when they’re both over 40

[@BlueprintGB-z1z]

Not happening.

[@bigbodykarate6403]

bro they fought like 5 times already , get a life lol they both have alot of great opponents out there for fun fights

[@staysolid19]

Not happening and adesanya recently said it's a different animal

[@Theunrealblender]

@@bigbodykarate6403how do they need to get a life for wanting to see a great fight. They are two of the best strikers in ufc history who wouldn’t want to see them fight again.

[@lionelrivera_MMA]

Always love these interviews

[@zolad2345]

I was an Izzy hater for a while when he was the champ. But he was like a second coming of Silva but in a more modern era, which is super impressive

[@jerryjonesjr3078]

Respect to the man Izzy had over 100+fights 🥊before The UFC REAL PEOPLE KNOW WHAT REAL 💪🏾✍🏾

[@peacebalancetruth]

🤝🏾☺️

[@Ngwanaonit]

Izzy asking the interviewer to carry on... 💪💪 He is ready

[@gavinspringett]

People will understand how great he was and will truely missed when he retires, his interviews are so insightful as well

[@EricJones-yi5uy]

Izzy has been in the weightroom, his legs look quite impressive here. It'll be interesting to see how he implements his extra size and strength in the octagon!

[@makinaman]

Izzy and Oscar, natural bro vibes

[@samuelbrown3326]

this was probably the best izzy interview i’ve seen in a while. similar things to what he said in the ariel show but less hearted and felt more comfortable

[@zabingalo2604]

The vettori trilogy caught me off guard lmaooo

[@JohnWilliams-jr3xp]

When the next BKFC fight? We need you out there. Great interview as always

[@QualityContent69_]

Alex and Izzy both elevated their careers in there fight. Izzy’s win over Alex is aging extremely well since nobody can finish that dude 😅

[@michaelsmyth5877]

Without Izzy there is no Perriera, and without Perriera there is no Izzy. Be greatful we get got both.

[@UnTangledUrn]

Izzy would still be a great without Poatan.. Poatan would've never crossed over unless Izzy talked shit. Stop trying to sound wise and deal with the facts.

[@michaelsmyth5877]

@UnTangledUrn yeah but their rivalry elevated both

[@mariansorohan2849]

I thank God every day for both of them

[@alexandertoback5553]

⁠​⁠@@UnTangledUrnIzzy left kickboxing after getting worked by Poatan, it’s deeper than just mma

[@nxo91]

Former yes, latter no

[@FRIEZA.666]

Mac Life relationship with all CKB fighters is an entire vibe, He's just the bro.

[@richardwyatt934]

Izzy is a beast. Love from NZ.

[@m1l3s0n8]

This was a good interview very laid back but funny

[@troysmith6929]

Nice one, Oscar! Always stoked to see Issy appear and I hope the fight goes well for him!

[@YoungKingLee]

4:13 “now kith” 😂😂😂

[@burtbobain3215]

i would love to see this guy as a coach at the end of his career. feel like he could really make a champion of the game.

[@leandrobardelli4374]

What an interview!!! Amazing job !

[@anasshahid224]

Great interview with Izzy, Oscar! Izzy is the man. A true legend, such a cool guy, love his chill vibe. His interviews are always a treat. Love to see him and Alex Pereira have mutual respect for each other now, from their iconic rivalry in UFC and Glory Kickboxing, they elevated each other so much, them training together like Izzy and Rob did would be amazing to see. Iron sharpens iron. 💯👊 Hope Izzy beats Imavov at UFC Saudi. 😃

[@chathamgrimmer]

"Fortify your mind".... Indeed, Izzy; INDEED.!

[@bobby6204]

Never really appreciated izzy while he was champ, but he is one the beat to ever do it and seems like a top guy! I wish him all the success!

[@Chassholes]

Knees are permanently bruised from the work he’s put it. (Edit- Aw no diddy 😂)Total savage and one of the best ever. Side note: him KOing Pereira is in my top 3

[@Htineeeeeeee]

Best middleweight champ all time. Much love to Silva but he was just more iconic. Izzy schools everyone during his title run. Best standup fighter in MMA history.

[@JLiuTurboZ]

I bet you’re under 30 that’s why

[@1975Adamd]

@@JLiuTurboZof course he is, he prob uses the word iconic everyday and has no idea what it means

[@Htineeeeeeee]

@@JLiuTurboZ the nursing home let u use your phone so late? Go to sleep like weidman did to Silva, it’s passed your bedtime. Izzy would never let a wrestler like weidman knock him out 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@Htineeeeeeee]

@@1975Adamd 1975? Must be drunk aff rn. Drinking as much as u can right now since you couldn’t during the prohibition I see. You’ll be in a home soon. SMH old people hating like they always do

[@JLiuTurboZ]

@ izzy got 50-45 by Strickland and choked out by goofy dricus 💀

[@SavasSanati.tr.]

I'm so happy that Izzy get the respect he deserves

[@Herogames2022]

Im sry for the last few Years hating idk what it is prob the Fans, the Racists etc.. They rally us all up i hated on Izzy and i wanna "Apologzize" for rooting for Alex all respect to Izzy!! I have to Man up and show Love wish him all the Best.. 🙏

[@alohagamingbros]

LEGENDARY Is what Izzy embodies

[@tonygregory9345]

I want to see Izzy win this one ! But I am happy to see him fighting in any case:] 💪

[@kigrey3994]

Despite 1-3 this is Poatan’s father right here he owes his career to Adesanya

[@ghagzor]

Bro stfu. He just said they are cool and there is no animosity. You can drop the gay keyboard warrior shit. You're a nobody. Literally the guy hiding behind a keyboard izzy mentions at the end 🤣

[@HashYarashole]

Will always love Izzy fr!

[@thedoctorate]

The beard looks good Oscar. Great talk gents. All the best to Izzy this weekend.

[@ImissGoldie]

Underatted friendship❤let’s go Izzy

[@TheHarrip]

Forever one of the greatest entertaining fighters in MMA and that's why we love it and Izzy Adesanya

[@Akira12974]

lovin the love in the comments. israel adesanya is history

[@TheUrbanBeekeepers]

Izzy living on the best vibe

[@Xo13-fd6pk]

Izzy ben in my top 5 for yrs... everyone has their moments...🤟

[@Amjad01473]

I’m glad they squashed this off. Highest level of kickboxing

[@fwh7488]

Izzy giving extra time is cool shit. respect.

[@Anonymiss_333]

Mans coming so a submission finish, look at the knees. Let's get it Izzy.

[@darioschittone]

We wanna see israel skin care routine, my man is young as hell

[@1975Adamd]

Super gay 🌈

[@jeremyc1034]

step 1: get black genes

[@simbeam]

His losses made him more likeable he's now more chill

[@kylewilliams4490]

Love izzy man hope he sticks around a while longer

[@Bamaboy_7]

Izzy was a good champion man and fought a lot of people. I know people knock him and I know he’s got his weird ways and stuff but at the end of the day man the dude‘s putting it all on the line for our entertainment and I appreciate it even though I’m not a big Izzy fan but at the same time, the two big dogs that got in each other’s way They got humble and they had to eat some humble pie and what better way to put your big dog attitude to the side, then to get that ass humble and that’s what happened to both of them and it worked out good. It worked out good because they could actually see each other for who they truly were instead of letting competition get in the way And I think that’s what hurts a lot of fighters is you become this mental wall of aggression and marking your territory, sometimes it hinders your development.

[@To_be_continued_]

Izzy gets the job done in one week and after this his gonna bring the belt back at least for one time I know it❤

[@Lynkreations]

He is easily a Goat among very few, at the top !

[@prolecks]

Izzy is simply the best. Much respect.

[@mithunnair8587]

One of the best in MMA❤

[@TONY_87.]

CHAMA! 💪🏼 😉

[@jeancalvinn8981]

THE GOAT 🐐

[@_JAS0N_]

Lets go Izzy 🔥

[@vahntomaziniAI]

This dude is amazing

[@AnsomLepcha-o5t]

Izzy"s voice and accent is much bigger than his actions it should be sold in James bond movies 😮

[@383CatEye]

I was never a hugee izzy fan but i like him. That being said hes absolutely in the goat conversation at 185.

[@luishenriquedesantana3589]

Let's go, Israel! Chama ou não chama?

[@naeemgierdien3512]

I don’t give a fuck about what anybody says, adesanya will always be one of my heroes and my best combatant in combat sport history

[@DarkEnergyTony]

Watching this reporter grow In confidence has been cool to see

[@hypervenom2782]

Still one of my favourite fighters

[@yourself88xbl]

I'll be honest the ufc hasn't grabbed my attention back this year but of course i had to see my boy back at it. Hearing we are getting JG and dan hooker im sold now. Hype is real.

[@RafaelOberdan]

I can't see why people hate on him. Hella good fighter, cool dude, very humble but entraining at the same time... I think it's because he have this joker aura people can't see him as the goat the he is...

[@R4RB]

I only want Izzy to win so he can regain the belt and Alex can end the trilogy.

[@DynastyIcon]

you gotta just come to terms with Izzy knocking him out bud.. both guys have basically shut the door on a trilogy in mma.. ppl who think like you just gotta cope with it somehow 🤷‍♂️

[@FightsGamesMaryjane]

Izzy is such a good dude.

[@AtrypTheTable]

Izzy is the mfn man 🫡

[@Zacche]

Izzy a champion a legend and future hof Izzy

[@oBarbinha]

As a fighter, you really cannot criticize Izzy as a fighter, only that one fight with Romero, other than that he's a legend in the game. But the dog references every time...

[@yeahbuddy300lbs]

Dogbender vs Yuri Provider at 205, let's make it happen!!

[@abundancenthesun.3173]

U know Izzy a true dawg look at Alex on a terror. 4 times mixed wit tht Guy crazy salute both them

[@emirkoleosho]

😂😂😂 Izzy omo aye

[@mr.tellithowitisz]

Forget izzy vs alex. We wanna see pereira fight the winner of JON JONES VS ASPINAL

[@AileenPervert]

Bolaji please win this one and start a nice streak towards the belt again please don't break my heart

[@thefacelessquestion3333]

Doesn't even need the belt or anything... it's time to take heads. Beats Imavov. If Du Plessis beats Strickland, smokes Strickland, beats DPP in the rematch, DPP trilogy, retains the belt and retires into the sunset as the Middleweight GOAT

[@Brazill253]

​@@thefacelessquestion3333No bro. Stop.

[@onyedikachiasole]

I don't see him winning Chimaev for the belt

[@HazeKasaki]

This is the type of interview Izzy gives when he actually likes the interviewer. Unlike that Nina one.

[@claudiolucedio2715]

Siamo sempre con te campione ..

[@michalmackowiak22]

where can I buy Isreals jacket?

[@superchiller123chill]

People love to hate Adesanya which is fine but to discredit him and his achievements is crazy

[@poogapooga3176]

Y’all musta forgot. Reaction after the Jamal Hill fight?!

[@monkeygamez7227]

Yo I called you Mac life at the bkfc and I felt it was disrespectful I just wanted to let you know I do know your name

[@alastairmaclennan5783]

The champion has a name

[@TheMacLife]

Mate, I just appreciate you watching!

[@chanukyanuthalapati6553]

Super that you took time to let him know.

[@HenryChops]

@@alastairmaclennan5783and his name is Henry chops.

[@ghagzor]

Im sure oscar actually appreciates that lol

[@southafricandoozy7540]

Seems he has finally matured… except for the facial hair. BUT… this guy went on an incredible run and was (still is) an incredible fighter. You don’t need to like someone to respect their talent.

[@zypher9959]

The only man to knock alex out cold 🥶

[@tristanxjason]

Oscar #1

[@kevlowdon8822]

Na casuals do Izzy love him or hate him is nailed on Hall of fame ufc fighter and that was even a few fights ago

[@sdalal1110]

Give it a year, and they’ll be rolling around doing BJJ together, posting those awkward training photos with captions like, “Iron sharpens iron” or “Enemies turned brothers.” The internet won’t know whether to laugh or cry, but you just know the memes will be gold.

[@bobbymudda]

When people say they cut people.off that weren't serving them and their goals... I always think that's such a selfish thing to say. You'll only be friends with someone if you have something to gain from it.

[@abuattah1689]

The UFC and Dana needs a champ that has this Swag and Aura. His current champions are not promoting bthe sports. Imagine Izzy, Kamaru, Connor and being champions?

[@AB-hi6ru]

ty

[@hc5270]

Oscar “did you see my fight” Willis

[@ghagzor]

You better not be trying to shit talk the only journalist to actually get in there and do the thing, including BARE KNUCKLE from behind a keyboard with your sweaty fingers. Put some respect on Oscar's name when you will never have the courage to do the same you POS.

[@jacoblott4002]

Izzy is the best and my favorite fighter !!! Izzy is the goat baby like it or not

[@KyronGregory]

Why dwell on things that don't serve you anymore 💯

[@yurresmit]

he actually quoted a mike tyson dove meme XD