UFC 293 delivered an electrifying finish that left fans on the edge of their seats, especially following the year’s most astonishing upset. Sean Strickland accomplished what seemed like an impossible feat by unseating Israel Adesanya and claiming the UFC middleweight championship.
Strickland’s game plan seemed pretty clear-cut: outmuscle Adesanya and snatch the middleweight title, and he executed it flawlessly during the entire match. Now, the burning question on everyone’s mind is, what’s next for the Nigerian-Kiwi fighter? Here’s what we think.
UFC 293: After Losing Middleweight Title to Sean Strickland, What Lies Ahead for Israel Adesanya?
We’ve checked out his Instagram post, where he shared his plan to take some quality time with his family as a way to cope with the loss and mentally prepare for what’s ahead. Furthermore, right after that, he’s gearing up for an immediate rematch as soon as the opportunity arises. He’s been the dominant force in the middleweight division for quite a while now and held the championship for an extended period.
Indeed, he’ll have an opportunity for a comeback, facing the formidable challenge he’s become. Fans can anticipate him returning to the octagon soon. Typically, he fights three times a year, but with the current timeline, an immediate fight on the upcoming card seems unlikely. UFC 296’s details aren’t available yet, so there’s a slim chance there. If not, we can anticipate seeing him back in action in January next year.
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Furthermore, just like his longtime rival, he could contemplate a move up to the light heavyweight division and potentially face off against Alex Periera. While this possibility may not be high, it’s a reasonable train of thought. Whatever path he chooses, his next move will undoubtedly have a significant impact on the UFC middleweight division.
