In a surprising turn of events, Sean Strickland secured a significant victory on Saturday by defeating Israel Adesanya to claim the middleweight title in Sydney, Australia.
The 32-year-old fighter showcased a potent combination of relentless forward movement, strong defensive skills, and clinical striking during the UFC 293 bout. Strickland emerged victorious with unanimous scorecards of 49-46.
The astonishing showdown began with Strickland making a bold statement in the very first round.
He unleashed a perfectly executed right cross, sending Adesanya tumbling to the canvas and signaling his intent to finish the fight early.
Despite Strickland’s efforts to secure a knockout, Adesanya demonstrated resilience and managed to survive until the end of the round.
Ppppp00
Throughout the subsequent rounds, the competition remained intense, with Strickland consistently appearing one step ahead of Adesanya.