While Blachowicz didn't do a ton of damage on the mat, he held Adesanya there very effectively and sprinkled in some punches. "This guy is a tough guy," White said of Blachowicz. PFL 2021 heavyweight preview: Does Fabricio Werdum still have what it takes to win a championship? Sterling wins title after Yan DQ'd for illegal knee. Credit to him. "I think it was just his defense. Real or Not: Masvidal's last title chance? Bellator's light heavyweight tournament keeps former champ Ryan Bader motivated at 205. UFC light heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz reacts with Joe Rogan after his victory over Israel Adesanya at UFC 259: Blachowicz vs Adesanya on March 6, 2021. Judge Junichiro Kamijo gave Blachowicz every round except the second and also scored the fifth 10-8 for him. 2 at light heavyweight, behind only all-time great Jon Jones, who is currently moving up to heavyweight. Judges Derek Cleary and Sal D'Amato gave Blachowicz every round except for the third, and Cleary gave Blachowicz a 10-8 in the fifth. I'm the best in the world.". Blachowicz and Adesanya met in the main event of Saturday’s stacked UFC 259 card. 1 at middleweight, while Blachowicz is ranked No. Jan Blachowicz; UFC 259: Israel Adesanya and Jan Blachowicz share funny moment after title fight. Jan Blachowicz beat the previously undefeated Adesanya by unanimous decision (49-46, 49-45, 49-45) to retain his light heavyweight title in the main event of UFC 259. The story of the fight leading in was that Blachowicz would have a significant size advantage. Blachowicz (28-8 MMA, 11-5 UFC) was counted out by many going into Saturday’s main event with middleweight champion Adesanya (20-1 MMA, 9-1 UFC). He has been a pro since 2007, and he was the light heavyweight champion of his home country's KSW promotion in 2011. Jan Blachowicz cracked up in hysterics when he thought Israel Adesanya offered him a job as his bodyguard after beating him at UFC 259. READ MORE: HIGHLIGHTS: Jan Blachowicz Defeats Israel Adesanya in Close Five-Round Battle at UFC 259 Adesanya chose not to bulk up for the fight at 205 pounds and weighed in at 200.5 pounds the day before the fight. UFC 259: Who's next for Blachowicz, Adesanya, Nunes and Sterling? 2 at light heavyweight, behind only all-time great Jon Jones, who is currently moving up to heavyweight. Blachowicz (28-8) has won five bouts in a row. Blachowicz weighed 205 pounds and said he planned on competing Saturday at 220 pounds. Israel Adesanya's bid to become … He managed to keep it on the floor and really impose his size as the fifth and final round threatened to decide it all. The Polish fighter took over the fight late with big takedowns in the fourth and fifth rounds. While Blachowicz didn't do a ton of damage on the mat, he held Adesanya there very effectively and sprinkled in some punches. Blachowicz entered Saturday's main event as a plus-210 underdog, according to Caesars Sportsbook by William Hill. (Photo by Jeff Bottari/Zuffa LLC) Jan Blachowicz of Poland and Israel Adesanya of Nigeria face off during the UFC 259 press conference at UFC APEX on March 04, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Megan Anderson via submission (armbar) – Round 1, … When you move up a weight class like that, strength is a factor. Facebook; Twitter; Facebook Messenger; Pinterest; Email; print; LAS VEGAS -- Israel Adesanya's meteoric rise to UFC superstardom hit a rather large obstacle Saturday night. LAS VEGAS -- Israel Adesanya's meteoric rise to UFC superstardom hit a rather large obstacle Saturday night. MMAOB staff writer Adam Martin takes a deeper look at the main event of UFC 259, a five-round light UFC heavyweight title bout between champion Jan Blachowicz and challenger Israel Adesanya. Weight was a factor. He claimed the UFC light heavyweight title in beating Dominick Reyes by second-round TKO at UFC 253 in September. The final flurry all but sealed the bout. Credit to him. UFC 259 took place with COVID-19 protocols in place inside the UFC Apex, a facility across the street from the promotion's corporate campus. The Nigeria-born New Zealand resident is coming off a second-round TKO over Paulo Costa at UFC 253, in the headlining fight of the card in which Blachowicz won the light heavyweight title. 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Blachowicz had a 107-78 edge in significant strikes, outlanding Adesanya in every round, including 28-12 in the fifth. Jan Blachowicz and Israel Adesanya had an entertaining miscommunication in moments immediately following their fight. ET. Every UFC 259: Jan Blachowicz vs. Israel Adesanya face-off. And Jan is the real deal.". I just found a way how to be the best," Blachowicz said of his late success, adding, "No question, I'm the best. Jan Blachowicz upset the odds with a grinding unanimous points decision over the previously unbeaten Israel Adesanya to retain his world light heavyweight title at UFC 259 in Las Vegas on Sunday. Jan Blachowicz successfully defended his light heavyweight title against Israel Adesanya The Pole won 49-46 on two judges' scorecards and 49-45 on the third at UFC 259 in Las Vegas Jan Blachowicz: +184; Israel Adesanya: -230; Although Adesanya is moving up in weight, oddsmakers don’t see Blachowicz … Two, of course, and UFC middleweight king Israel Adesanya will attempt to earn double champion status when he meets Jan Blachowicz for the light-heavyweight belt on Sunday (NZ time). Blachowicz had a 107-78 edge in significant strikes, outlanding Adesanya in every round, including 28-12 in the fifth. Blachowicz, 38, has won nine of 10 fights overall and has had a pretty incredible late-career surge. Should he win, he will be the fifth fighter to hold two belts in the promotion at the same time, after Conor McGregor, Amanda Nunes, Daniel Cormier, and Henry Cejudo. Would heavyweights rival McGregor's buzz? Adesanya tipped the scales at 200.5 pounds during Friday's weigh-in, 4.5 pounds under the 205-pound limit for a light heavyweight title fight. Israel Adesanya via unanimous decision (49-46, 49-45, 49-45) Amanda Nunes def. As the clock was expiring to end the fight, Blachowicz finally landed some hard hammerfists and advanced into full mount. PFL light heavyweight preview: Seven fighters to make PFL debut in 2021, No title at stake, but Conor McGregor's fighting legacy will be on the line at UFC 264, UFC 259 takeaways: Israel Adesanya's star won't fade; DQ spoils memorable performance. The size difference between him and Jan Blachowicz, a fighter that walks around at 230 pounds, was too much to overcome.Blachowicz out-wrestled Izzy when it … Jan Blachowicz beat the previously undefeated Adesanya by unanimous decision (49-46, 49-45, 49-45) to retain his light heavyweight title in the main event of UFC 259. Judge Junichiro Kamijo gave Blachowicz every round except the second and also scored the fifth 10-8 for him. "I think it was just his defense. The Nigeria-born New Zealand resident is coming off a second-round TKO over Paulo Costa at UFC 253, in the headlining fight of the card in which Blachowicz won the light heavyweight title. UFC 4 Fights. "I wouldn't say size, because I can hurt big dudes," he said. Adesanya, the UFC middleweight champion, was attempting to become just the fifth fighter in UFC history to hold two titles concurrently. Jan Blachowicz def. Adesanya, the UFC middleweight champion, was attempting to become just the fifth fighter in UFC history to hold two titles concurrently. "You've seen all the guys Izzy has fought and what he's done. That size disparity paid dividends for Blachowicz. Jan Blachowicz vs Israel Adesanya. Adesanya tipped the scales at 200.5 pounds during Friday's weigh-in, 4.5 pounds under the 205-pound limit for a light heavyweight title fight. Adesanya, who typically competes in the 185-pound division, likely didn't gain much weight since weigh-ins, meaning Blachowicz would be about 20 pounds heavier in the Octagon. "Everybody is different. Real or Not: Masvidal's last title chance? Blachowicz, 38, has won nine of 10 fights overall and has had a pretty incredible late-career surge. "It didn't go exactly the way I wanted it to go, but dare to be great," Adesanya said. Israel Adesanya … As the clock was expiring to end the fight, Blachowicz finally landed some hard hammerfists and advanced into full mount. Blachowicz entered Saturday's main event as a plus-210 underdog, according to Caesars Sportsbook by William Hill. The UFC 259: Jan Blachowicz vs. Israel Adesanya weigh-ins are now complete, and all … Adesanya (20-1), a former champion kickboxer, won his first nine fights in the UFC before Saturday. He has been a pro since 2007, and he was the light heavyweight champion of his home country's KSW promotion in 2011. Jan Blachowicz vs. Israel Adesanya odds. The undefeated run of UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya is over, as Jan Blachowicz bested him by unanimous decision to retain the UFC light heavyweight championship in the main event of UFC 259. UFC 259 took place with COVID-19 protocols in place inside the UFC Apex, a facility across the street from the promotion's corporate campus. The scheduled main event features a light heavyweight title showdown between champ Israel Adesanya and Yoel Romero. Hammer fists now from Jan Blachowicz. Als. Jan is a tough guy.". "This guy is a tough guy," White said of Blachowicz. The flashy Adesanya, 31, has 15 knockouts in 20 career wins and has been UFC middleweight champion since October 2019. Jan Blachowicz beat the previously undefeated Adesanya by unanimous decision (49-46, 49-45, 49-45) to retain his light heavyweight title in the main event of UFC 259.. Adesanya, the UFC middleweight champion, was … "It was definitely a factor. By Selma Bennehar; 09:07 08/03/21 BST; share on … You have reached ESPN's Australian edition. "Size is always a factor when you move up a weight class in this sport," UFC president Dana White said. Everything you need to know about UFC 261: Kamaru Usman vs. Jorge Masvidal 2. Adesanya seemed to be building some momentum in the fourth when Blachowicz exploded in for a double-leg takedown. PFL light heavyweight preview: Seven fighters to make PFL debut in 2021, No title at stake, but Conor McGregor's fighting legacy will be on the line at UFC 264, UFC 259 takeaways: Israel Adesanya's star won't fade; DQ spoils memorable performance. Blachowicz (28-8) has won five bouts in a row. ET, depending on … How UFC champ Israel Adesanya prepares for a fight: from meditation to posing with pizza, losing to Jan Blachowicz won’t get the Nigerian-born MMA fighter down The event takes place on Saturday, March 6 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada. Israel Adesanya suffered a unanimous decision defeat to Jan Blachowicz at UFC 259 Credit: Getty. (1:07). "When I took him to the ground, he felt the difference between his category and [light heavyweight]," Blachowicz said. Would heavyweights rival McGregor's buzz? Adesanya (20-1), a former champion kickboxer, won his first nine fights in the UFC before Saturday. Sterling wins title after Yan DQ'd for illegal knee. The final flurry all but sealed the bout. 4 pound-for-pound MMA fighter in the world. "You know, the critics are the ones on the sideline, but I'm the one putting it on the line. "I wouldn't say size, because I can hurt big dudes," he said. 4 pound-for-pound MMA fighter in the world. Israel Adesanya: -250 Jan Blachowicz: +210 (All odds via BetMGM) BetMGM has Adesanya installed as a surprisingly huge favorite — as of Tuesday, he comes in at -250, meaning you'd need to bet $250 to win $100. Judges Derek Cleary and Sal D'Amato gave Blachowicz every round except for the third, and Cleary gave Blachowicz a 10-8 in the fifth. UFC 259: Who's next for Blachowicz, Adesanya, Nunes and Sterling? The tide turned in midway through the fourth as Blachowicz took Adesanya down, having been picked off in the exchanges beforehand. Jan is a tough guy.". He was really tight with his defense and smart with his defense.". In the past 10 years, no fighter has more wins as a betting underdog than Blachowicz, who is tied with Neil Magny and Andrei Arlovski with eight. Footage has emerged of a brilliant exchange between Jan Blachowicz and Israel Adesanya after their UFC 259 showdown.. As the pair awaited the judges scorecards in … LAS VEGAS -- Israel Adesanya's meteoric rise to UFC superstardom hit a rather large obstacle Saturday night. Jan Blachowicz used his wrestling to spoil Israel Adesanya's attempt to become a two-division champ, retaining his light heavyweight title by unanimous decision. Coming in, ESPN had Adesanya ranked the No. You have come to the ESPN Africa edition, for other ESPN editions, click above. PFL 2021 heavyweight preview: Does Fabricio Werdum still have what it takes to win a championship? He's a great champion.". Israel Adesanya is moving up in weight to try and become a two-division UFC champion. 1 at middleweight, while Blachowicz is ranked No. I'm the best in the world.". Blachowicz retains his title And Jan is the real deal.". Nigeria's Israel Adesanya has lost his first UFC fight to Jan Blachowicz through a unanimous decision. ", Adesanya added: "If I was gonna lose to anyone, I'm glad I lost to him. UFC 259: Jan Blachowicz vs. Israel Adesanya takes place on Saturday with the early prelims kicking the event off at 6:00 p.m. How hard these guys hit is a factor. Jan Blachowicz shows off his impressive grappling skills as he dominates the later rounds in his main event win vs. Israel Adesanya. Adesanya seemed to be building some momentum in the fourth when Blachowicz exploded in for a double-leg takedown. In the past 10 years, no fighter has more wins as a betting underdog than Blachowicz, who is tied with Neil Magny and Andrei Arlovski with eight. Adesanya is ranked No. PFL women's lightweight preview: Can anyone stop Kayla Harrison? PFL women's lightweight preview: Can anyone stop Kayla Harrison? "It didn't go exactly the way I wanted it to go, but dare to be great," Adesanya said. Blachowicz wins, halts Adesanya's bid for 2 belts, UFC Fight Night takeaways: It's time to book Israel Adesanya vs. Robert Whittaker, Whittaker dominates Gastelum in decision win, Klose concussed by Stephens shove, camp says, Nemkov decisions Davis to defend Bellator title, Poirier: 'Mistake' to publicize Conor charity spat, Sources: Alvarez to return 3 weeks after DQ loss, Ngannou will be in Usman's corner vs. Masvidal, Nunes set to defend UFC title vs. Pena in August, The world reacts to Jake Paul's knockout of Ben Askren, Volkanovski rides UFC 'roller coaster' to The Ultimate Fighter opportunity, Ranking the best upcoming fights in MMA, including Edwards-Diaz and Oliveira-Chandler. Both times, Adesanya could not get up. Adesanya said it was Blachowicz's defensive skills, not his size, that might have been the difference Saturday night. "It was definitely a factor. The Polish fighter took over the fight late with big takedowns in the fourth and fifth rounds. I just found a way how to be the best," Blachowicz said of his late success, adding, "No question, I'm the best. Both times, Adesanya could not get up. He passes to side control and lands a good knee to the body of Israel Adesanya. The Pole retained his UFC light-heavyweight title with a conv… The flashy Adesanya, 31, has 15 knockouts in 20 career wins and has been UFC middleweight champion since October 2019. Meanwhile, Blachowicz is a +210, meaning if you pluck down $100, you will win $210. "You've seen all the guys Izzy has fought and what he's done. The fifth and final round of the UFC 259 main event begins and Jan Blachowicz quickly takes the center of the Octagon. This is a huge round for the champ. Jan Blachowicz upset the odds with a grinding unanimous points decision over the previously unbeaten Israel Adesanya to retain his world light heavyweight title at UFC 259 in Las Vegas. How hard these guys hit is a factor. Jan Blachowicz becomes the first man to hand Israel Adesanya a loss in MMA. Going against what most analysts and fans believe, Alexander Gustafsson is convinced that Jan Blachowicz will beat Israel Adesanya in their light heavyweight title fight at UFC 259 this weekend. "When I took him to the ground, he felt the difference between his category and [light heavyweight]," Blachowicz said. Everything you need to know about UFC 261: Kamaru Usman vs. Jorge Masvidal 2. Coming in, ESPN had Adesanya ranked the No. He's a great champion.". Mixed martial arts fans worldwide will find out Saturday night, when Adesanya, the reigning middleweight champ, takes on light heavyweight titleholder Blachowicz in the headliner of the massive UFC 259 pay-per-view, live from the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. When you move up a weight class like that, strength is a factor. Israel attempts to scramble but Jan is weighing heavy on him. Jan Blachowicz landing a strike on Israel Adesanya Credit: Getty Images - Getty. Adesanya, who typically competes in the 185-pound division, likely didn't gain much weight since weigh-ins, meaning Blachowicz would be about 20 pounds heavier in the Octagon. ", Adesanya added: "If I was gonna lose to anyone, I'm glad I lost to him. Adesanya said it was Blachowicz's defensive skills, not his size, that might have been the difference Saturday night. Adesanya is ranked No. Stay on current site or go to US version. Israel Adesanya lands a shot on light-heavyweight champion Jan Blachowicz at UFC 259 before losing on points. ET, before the pay-per-view main card begins at 10 p.m. Can Israel Adesanya use his precise striking to negate Jan Blachowicz' "Polish Power" and become the UFC's latest double champion?. Blachowicz weighed 205 pounds and said he planned on competing Saturday at 220 pounds. Every UFC 259: Jan Blachowicz vs. Israel Adesanya face-off. Bellator's light heavyweight tournament keeps former champ Ryan Bader motivated at 205. That size disparity paid dividends for Blachowicz. Israel Adesanya vs Jan Blachowicz - UFC 259. He was really tight with his defense and smart with his defense.". Blachowicz and Adesanya enter the Octagon at around 12:30 a.m. Israel Adesanya will attempt to become the fifth “Champ-Champ” in UFC history on Saturday and the first man to simultaneously hold the middleweight and light heavyweight belts against Jan Blachowicz, an unlikely champion who has been the underdog in nine of his last 10 fights. Weight was a factor. 27:41 _ Adesanya vs Romero the Adesanya vs. Romero fight card in Las Vegas, live blog of the top fights, and live UFC 248 Twitter updates. LAS VEGAS – Jan Blachowicz wants his proper due after handing Israel Adesanya his first loss at UFC 259. "You know, the critics are the ones on the sideline, but I'm the one putting it on the line. The story of the fight leading in was that Blachowicz would have a significant size advantage. "Everybody is different. 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