E485 Israel Adesanya

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Feb 27, 2024

Join Israel Adesanya, former UFC Middleweight champion known for his striking prowess, as he shares his journey from Lagos to MMA stardom. He talks about his time off from fighting and his desire for a rematch with Sean Strickland. The conversation dives into navigating fame, maintaining personal identity, and the challenges of public life. Adesanya reflects on the impact of his upbringing on his career and discusses the balance between success and humility, all while keeping the chat engaging and humorous.

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ANECDOTE

Kickboxing Losses to Pereira

Israel Adesanya recounts his two kickboxing losses against Alex Pereira.
The second loss was his only knockout, a left hook in Brazil.

ADVICE

Setting Boundaries

Learn to say no and set boundaries to avoid burnout and protect your energy.
Adesanya learned this by going to a public gym and practicing saying no.

ANECDOTE

Childhood in Nigeria

Adesanya reflects on his childhood in Nigeria, where his family was well-off.
Despite this, he did chores and learned the value of hard work from his parents.

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