May 14, 2026

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Israel Adesanya becomes new UFC middleweight champion (Photos)

By Promise Amadi
Israel Adesanya becomes new UFC middleweight champion
Israel Adesanya becomes new UFC middleweight champion

Israel Adesanya has become the undisputed UFC middleweight champion after defeating Robert Whittaker on Saturday, October 5.

Israel Adesanya becomes new UFC middleweight champion
Israel Adesanya becomes new UFC middleweight champion

Adesanya knocked Whittaker at Marvel Stadium in Melbourne, Australia, after just two rounds to win the UFC title.

Israel Adesanya becomes new UFC middleweight champion
Israel Adesanya becomes new UFC middleweight champion

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