‘It’s a lie’: Adesanya rubbishes Whittaker hate claim
Israel Adesanya has opened up on the hyped striking improvements of arch rival Robert Whittaker — and he didn’t miss.
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McGregor’s coach tips KO for Whittaker-Adesanya II
Conor McGregor’s coach John Kavanagh breaks down the Robert Whittaker-Israel Adesanya rematch, revealing why someone is going to sleep again.
‘Knock him out’: How Whittaker gets Adesanya redemption
It was heartbreak at home for Robert Whittaker in his first bout against Israel Adesanya – Now with boxing legend Johnny Lewis in his corner the Aussie star has the perfect plan for redemption.
‘He’s a d***head’: Stunning attack on Aussie star
UFC star Israel Adesanya has blasted his rival Rob Whittaker, labelling the Aussie “a d***head” and questioning his character.
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Australian UFC supercard … on one condition
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Sexy female fighter packs a punch
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‘One of the greatest stories in sports’
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