I’m ready for Strickland fight – Adesanya

By Daily Sports Nigeria on September 5, 2023

UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya has expressed his readiness to face Sean Strickland at the Qudos Bank Arena after he finished his incredibly intense final training session ahead of the fight in Sydney, Australia on Saturday.

Their clash will serve as the headlining matchup of the UFC 293 pay-per-view with the event set to be broadcast live.

In a video posted to his official FREESTYLEBENDER YouTube channel on Monday, Adesanya showcased highlights from his final training session before his fight against Strickland. ‘The Last Stylebender’ and his teammates seemingly partook in a cardio session, primarily jogging and running outdoors.

Adesanya then performed a few resistance training exercises, mitt work, and grappling drills as well.

Following that, the Nigeria-born fighter said that he’s prepared to perform at UFC 293.

“I go to that place where I just push. That was definitely – not a struggle but a little battle on my head. Just gotta push. I’m f**king busy. Let’s go. So, yeah. We’re on. I’m f**king ready, bro,” the 34-year-old said.

In a recent interview with MMA journalist Aaron Bronsteter, Adesanya said that Strickland reminded him of the “idiots” he grew up with.

Adesanya has often spoken about clashing against bullies in his younger years. On that note, he alluded to Strickland’s history of making controversial socio-political statements and offending others with his behavior.

On the significance of a win, particularly a knockout victory over Strickland, Adesanya said, “Yes, this (a win against Strickland) is going to be one of them (more gratifying).

“I don’t like idiots, or bullies. He knows I’m going to f**k him up, but he’s still just trying to pretend he’s this big dog. And I’m like, ‘Alright, bet.’ He doesn’t have to respect me, or come in and bow down, nothing like that. But some of the things he’s saying, and he’s also questioning my character, like, bit*h you don’t know me.”

Source Punch Ng

Posted September 5, 2023


 

You may also like...
CAF Champions League: Kanu satisfied with Enyimba’s performance...

Usain Bolt reveals he wants to start a...

Joshua Teaches Fury Moral

Pele Gets Covid Vaccine, Hails ‘Unforgettable’ Day

MFM too hot to handle, win second straight...

Premier League Could End Early Transfer Window Closure...

 

Latest News Awori Unity Cup Kicks Off With Royal Splendour Assault: NPFL fan gets three-month sentence Nigeria names squad for U-18, U-20 zonal handball champs Flamingos target big win against Algeria Itauma: Nigerian-blooded heavyweight phenom poised to inherit Tyson’s throne At 25th Edelman Trust Barometer Launch, African Public Relations Association Hails Partnership With Edelman Enugu To Immortalize Christian Chukwu As Gov Mbah Visits Family Nigeria boosts flag football participation Aruna’s loss seals World Cup heartbreak for Africa NSC lauds Team Nigeria’s feat at ITTF world tourney Fed Cup: Rangers knock out Insurance in Lagos NOC To Hold Advanced Management Course In Ibadan

 

Most Read Rangers International going, going . . . (55,428 views) Amaju Pinnick: A cat with nine lives (46,567 views) Second Term: Amaju Pinnick, Other NFF Heavyweights Home to Roost •How Pinnick Broke the Jinx (44,579 views) Missing $150,000 IAAF Grant: Solomon Dalung’s Hide and Seek game (44,221 views) Sports Development: Zenith Bank on the zenith (44,188 views) Current issues in Nigerian sports: Matters arising (44,184 views) Gov. Abdullahi Ganduje’s solid footprints, commitment to sports development in Kano State (43,991 views) NFF Presidency: Pinnick, Maigari, Ogunjobi, Okoye in Battle for Supremacy (43,534 views) Olopade, BET9A wave of revolution in NNL (42,636 views) Commonwealth Games 2018: Shame of Muhammadu Buhari, Solomon Dalung (41,280 views) Ibrahimovic’s Man U exit: Whose decision is it? And in whose interest? (39,718 views) John Mikel Obi: Segun Odegbami’s Outrageous Call! (39,140 views)

 

Phone numbers

Tel: +234(0)8066020976
+234(0)8055068145
+234(0)7013416146
+234(0)8094272884

Email addresses

info@dailysportsng.com
support@dailysportsng.com
publisher@dailysportsng.com

Office address

No 3, Adetoun Close, Off College Road, Ogba, Ikeja Lagos.
Website: www.dailysportsng.com

Social Media