Israel Adesanya in UFC 276:

let you know, Middleweight Champion Adesanya defended his crown against Jarod Cannonier at the UFC 276 event.

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The UFC middleweight champion defeated Cannonier 163–141 in the fight and also had a 116–90 advantage in critical strikes.

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The judges of UFC 276 scored 49–46, 49–46 and 50–45 in favor of Middleweight Champion in this competition.

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Adesanya said of his opponent's coach after the fight that he played well and had an excellent game plan.

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Adesanya continued that, "It was not easy to beat the opponent. I found it really difficult to pursue my follow-up."

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UFC Middleweight Champion Israel Adesanya also indicated his intention to fight knockout winner Alex Pereira.

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Let us tell you that Alex Pereira also competed in UFC 276 and won a knockout win over Sean Strickland.

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Adesanya made headlines by using the entrance to the WWE Hall of Famer The Undertaker during his walkout.

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