Soon after the Dricus du Plessis situation unfolded, Israel Adesanya promptly proposed that Sean Strickland could step in to fill the void.
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Following the announcement that Dricus du Plessis wouldn’t be available for UFC 293, speculation arose regarding the event’s headlining slot in Sydney, Australia. With the fight night barely a month away, it appears that the mystery of who will take the headline has been solved.
Israel Adesanya maintained a strong interest in remaining on the fight card. Soon after the Dricus du Plessis situation unfolded, ‘Stylebender’ promptly proposed that Sean Strickland could step in to fill the void.
Nonetheless, the contentious contender introduced uncertainty regarding his readiness for such an opportunity. Amidst this ambiguity, recent reports indicate that the anticipated showdown between Adesanya and Strickland is now confirmed.
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This matchup has garnered considerable fan curiosity, largely due to the anticipation surrounding the pre-fight buildup. When it comes to the actual contest, it’s evident that Israel Adesanya holds a strong advantage as the frontrunner to maintain his championship title.
Conversely, Strickland embodies an element of unpredictability as a fighter. His performance can vary significantly from one bout to another, and his diligent efforts in recent years have been channeled towards materializing his aspirations of clinching the championship title.
Regarding Dricus du Plessis, his course of action remains limited to observing from the sidelines. The outcome of Paulo Costa or Khamzat Chimaev’s impending clash might determine whether they overtake him in the pecking order. Simultaneously, the UFC recognizes the compelling narrative surrounding the South African fighter and the reigning champion, acknowledging the significant story potential.
However, before anything else, Israel Adesanya must first secure his victory against Strickland. Are you eagerly anticipating the clash between Israel Adesanya and Sean Strickland? Do you hold the belief that the challenger stands a chance of claiming the title? Share your thoughts with us.
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