Chael Sonnen shares his views on the intense showdown between Adesanya and Du Plessis

Chael Sonnen a former UFC title challenger provided some much-needed analysis. Sonnen highlighted that Du Plessis never made it about race. Even though there were comments made regarding nationality. Certain claims attributed to Du Plessis were simply not true, and it’s unfair to twist someone’s words, particularly when it comes to sensitive topics like race.

Sonnen shed light on what transpired during that intense confrontation. It became clear that Du Plessis was taken aback, realizing that Adesanya didn’t fully understand his intentions. Du Plessis simply wanted the match and didn’t anticipate the race narrative that people were trying to impose on him. It’s essential to recognize the truth and avoid unfair misinterpretations.

Chael Sonnen shares his views on the intense showdown between Adesanya and Du Plessis

Du Plessis scored an unbelievable knockout against Robert Whittaker in the second round, earning himself a shot at the UFC title against ‘The Last Stylebender’ later this year. Du Plessis was in the midst of celebrating his well-deserved win, and out of nowhere, Adesanya steps into the Octagon. He got right up close and personal with Du Plessis. Things heated up real quickly as Adesanya started hurling a barrage of insults at his upcoming opponent.

How did things all get to this point? Du Plessis had made some comments about Adesanya’s African heritage. He stated his desire to be recognized as the “real” African champion. Unfortunately, fans and the media twisted his words, turning this highly-anticipated fight into an unnecessary battle over race. Instead of focusing on determining the best middleweight fighter in the world.

During the face-off after Du Plessis’s fight against Robert Whittaker. Adesanya took the racial narrative and ran with it, believing that Du Plessis intentionally made it about race. Dricus Du Plessis never intended for it to be about race. His goal was simply to earn a shot at the title and prove himself as a top-notch fighter. It’s crucial to separate fact from fiction.

Adesanya to defend his title against Du Plessis at UFC 293 in September. Du Plessis has a relatively short time to recover and prepare for the biggest fight of his career. But in the world of MMA, anything can happen.

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