Israel Adesanya, a professional mixed martial artist from Nigeria and New Zealand, stunningly knocked out Brazilian Alex Pereira in the second round of the main event of UFC 287. The rivalry between Adesanya and Pereira intensified before their fourth fight, with Pereira defeating the New Zealander of Nigerian descent once in mixed martial arts and twice in kickboxing. Israel Adesanya stunned Pereira with a devastating right hook before finishing him off with a few combinations and a strong hammer fist to secure the victory.
The stunning knockout victory helped “The Last Stylebender” regain his middleweight title at UFC 287 and exact a long-awaited revenge on his long-time adversary.
Israel Adesanya was graceful in victory. He said “They say revenge is sweet and, if you know me, I’ve got a sweet tooth. This is f***ing sweet. I’m telling you, no matter what, Alex is a great champion. He lost the belt tonight, but he will always be a champion.”
He also had some strong words of motivation for viewers in the arena and at home, “I hope every one of you can feel this level of happiness for one time in your life. But guess what – you’ll never feel this level of happiness if you don’t go for something in your life. When they knock you down, if you stay down you will never get that resolve. Fortify your mind and feel this level of happiness. I’m blessed to feel this again and again and again.”