5 UFC fighters who can't stand Israel Adesanya

#2 Marvin Vettori

Much venom was spewed by Israel Adesanya and Marvin Vettori in the lead up to their championship fight at UFC 263. Adesanya questioned the level of competition that the Italian had faced in his career.

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In their first encounter, Adesanya edged out a split decision victory over the Italian fighter. Vettori argued that he was the true winner of the fight.

The two got a chance to settle this debate in the main event of UFC 263. 'The Last Stylebender' put on a masterful performance and won all five rounds of the fight.

Also read: Israel Adesanya reveals what he said to Marvin Vettori during their UFC 263 fight

The middleweight champion did praise Vettori for his toughness in the fight:

"He is tough. He said in the interview that 'I'm stronger than I look'. And I said 'Yes, he's tougher'. He looks tough but he is tough. He is hard to put away and his boxing did improve, I'll give him that," said Israel Adesanya.

With two wins over Vettori, it does not seem likely that the New Zealander will cross paths with 'The Italian Dream' again in the near future.

Also read: "He is tough" - Israel Adesanya explains what surprised him the most about Marvin Vettori at UFC 263

#1 Jon Jones

The feud between Israel Adesanya and Jon Jones reeks of genuine hatred. Both fighters have said some extremely hateful things to each other and at one point, brought each other's families into the argument.

The rivalry started when the media, as well as MMA fans, started comparing Adesanya to 'Bones'. Since then, the two fighters have always jumped at the chance to insult each other on the internet.

Excuse me for enjoying this a little too much, these cartoon fans been talking crazy. https://t.co/xekm04o54t
— BONY (@JonnyBones) March 7, 2021

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Let’s see him actually stop ducking the heavyweights.I’ve set my plan in this game from the jump.No man ever forced my hand.
— Israel Adesanya (@stylebender) October 5, 2020

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Fighter and coach is mentioning my name in interviews but refused to sign the dotted line. Straight hoe shit. Mention a mans dead mother over the Internet but looking to fight Jared cannoneer 😩
— BONY (@JonnyBones) October 5, 2020

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The middleweight champion has expressed interest in fighting Jones multiple times. This is a fight that every true MMA fan wants to see.

Also read: "It's deeper than fighting now" - Jon Jones sees the humor in Israel Adesanya's comments about their feud

Adesanya vs Jones has the potential to be the biggest fight in UFC history. A fight between the two stars will also be the perfect culmination of their ongoing rivalry.

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