UFC: Isreal Adesanya Makes it 20-0 After Knocking Costa Out in Round Two (Video)
UFC middleweight champion, Isreal Adesanya, has retained his title with a second-round knockout of Brazilian Paulo Costa.
This is his 20th career MMA victory.
TOO EASY.
👑 @Stylebender is the undefeated king of the middleweights.
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In the match, there was less action in the first round as the duo traded a few kicks and punches with Costa pressing the champion but throwing few shots.
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In the second round, the Nigerian-born fighter came out with more purpose, outboxing his opponent and landing deadly shots.
Isreal Adesanya: Lagos no dey carry last
Reacting to his victory, Adsesanya talks to the camera stating: “Mr Alagidi, emi leleyi, ewo aya mi, Lagos no dey carry last”.
Indeed, he is on fire. Congratulations Adesanya.
The undisputed king!@Stylebender is untouchable at middleweight 🏆
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