Former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya has made it clear that he wants another shot at Sean Strickland, the man who ended his second title reign in September 2023. Adesanya has faced a challenging stretch in his career with three consecutive losses, and is channeling his frustration and anger as motivation for a potential rematch.
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The rivalry between Adesanya and Strickland began at UFC 293 in Sydney, where Strickland pulled off a major upset, defeating Adesanya by unanimous decision and claiming the middleweight title. Since then, Adesanya has openly reflected on the defeat and his recent struggles, but insists that his desire to fight again is rooted in something deeper than championships or fame.