Who Are Israel Adesanya’s Parents?

Last Modified Jan 29, 2025 09:56 GMT
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Israel Adesanya, a professional mixed martial artist, kickboxer, and former boxer from Nigeria and New Zealand, was born on July 22, 1989. Adesanya has won numerous championships in all three sports. He currently competes as a mixed martial artist in the middleweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), where he has won the title twice. He has previously challenged for the Glory Middleweight Championship title in kickboxing. He is ranked No.2 in the middleweight division.

After losing the UFC middleweight title to Sean Strickland in September 2023, Israel Adesanya made an outing against the current champion, Dicrus du Plessis. At UFC 305, but could not win back the gold. However, he is now gearing up for his next fight against Nassourdine Imavov on February 1, 2025.

Israel Adesanya's parents

Israel Adesanya is the eldest son of Taiwo Adesanya, a nurse, and Femi Adesanya, an accountant, from Lagos Nigeria.

Israel Adesanya was born in Lagos, Nigeria, on July 22, 1989. His parents are Taiwo Adesanya, a nurse, and Femi Adesanya, an accountant.

Israel Adesanya with his parents. [Image courtesy: @stylebender on Instagram]

Israel Adesanya practiced Taekwondo as a young child while growing up in Lagos, Nigeria. His mother, however, decided to stop his Taekwondo training after he fractured his arm, which led to his suspension from class.

Does Israel Adesanya have siblings?

Yes, Adesanya has four other siblings. He was the first of his parents' five children. His four siblings are David, an accountant; Deborah and Samuel, both nurses; Bolu, a current student; and Samuel.

Related: Israel Adesanya's Girlfriend

*Last updated on January 28, 2025.

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FAQs On Israel Adesanya

A. Israel Adesanya was born in Lagos, Nigeria.

A. Israel Adesanya's parents are Taiwo Adesanya, a nurse, and Femi Adesanya, an accountant.

A. Israel Adesanya stands 6 feet 4 inches tall.

A. Israel Adesanya was born on July 22, 1989, making him 35 years old currently.

A. The net worth of Israel Adesanya is estimated to be $4 million in 2025. 

A. Israel Adesanya is set to face Nassourdine Imavov in his next fight. 

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