Supportive Quotes by Israel Adesanya

All Supportive statements made by Israel Adesanya across interviews, press conferences, and social media.

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Dec 27, 2025 supportive
Israel Adesanya on Alex Pereira
“For me, it was never really about him [Pereira], it was always about me. I knew technically I was the only one to hurt this man multiple times. I’m so proud of what he’s doing now... about to fight Jon Jones at the White House. I hope he never loses. I hope he retires undefeated”

– during a Q&A at Bangtao Muay Thai & MMA in Thailand on December 26, 2025, reflecting on his storied rivalry with Alex Pereira.
— Israel Adesanya
Nov 11, 2025 supportive
Israel Adesanya on Jack Della Maddalena
“When Jack keeps getting up, it's gonna be a problem. Islam's gonna be forced to strike... Jack has the skills to stifle Islam's game and be able just put it on the feet, knock him out. Might be second round”

– via Freestylebender predicting that Jack Della Maddalena could knock out Islam Makhachev at UFC 322
— Israel Adesanya