Israel Adesanya

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1. When was Israel Adesanya born?July 22, 1989
2. Where was Israel Adesanya born?Lagos, Nigeria
3. What is Israel Adesanya known for?Former two-time UFC Middleweight Champion, former kickboxer, and distinctive fighting style
4. How heavy is Israel Adesanya?#6 (as of October 21, 2025)
5. What is the career?Professional mixed martial artist, former kickboxer, and boxer
6. Who is Israel Adesanya?Israel Adesanya is a champion mixed‑martial‑arts fighter. He was born in Lagos, Nigeria, and grew up in New Zealand. He has won the UFC Middleweight Championship twice.

Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC): The largest and most famous mixed martial arts promotion organization in the world.
Counter-striking: A fighting technique where a fighter waits for an opponent's attack and then strikes back.
Feints: Deceptive movements made by a fighter to trick an opponent into reacting incorrectly.