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Israel Adesanya, the reigning UFC middleweight champion, is known for his distinctive personality that often divides fans’ opinions. While some appreciate his outspokenness and unconventional style, others find it difficult to embrace. Recently, Adesanya has been posting pictures on Twitter that have sparked awkwardness and speculation among fans, adding yet another layer to his polarizing persona.

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Adesanya‘s success within the UFC cannot be denied. With a splendid record and many impressive wins in his repertoire, he has established himself as one of the promotion’s most formidable fighters. His recent victory over Alex Pereira at UFC 287 solidified his dominance in the middleweight division, further amplifying his presence.

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Adesanya is an active user of social media platforms, utilizing them to express himself and engage with fans. However, his unconventional approach has occasionally left followers feeling uncomfortable. Adesanya‘s posts often incorporate elements that lead fans to question his orientation.

Israel Adesanya posts a “weird” picture on Twitter

One of Adesanya‘s recent posts on Twitter featured a picture of Craig Jones. Some fans felt that the picture was showcasing an awkward pose. In the caption, Adesanya humorously mentioned his interest in choking opponents unconscious, accompanied by hashtags such as #ManonManAction. Notably, the picture also included a rainbow flag, which fans interpreted as a subtle reference to the LGBTQ+ community.

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Adesanya‘s association with Craig Jones stems from their shared training environment. Both fighters train at the renowned City Kickboxing gym in New Zealand, fostering a close bond and camaraderie among the athletes.

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Adesanya‘s recent post evoked a range of reactions from fans. Some expressed confusion, questioning the meaning behind the imagery and suggesting Adesanya was hinting at his sexual orientation. Others voiced their disappointment, feeling that his posts detract from his status as a champion. Here are some of the fan reactions –

All had some wild reactions.

One fan expressed his disappointment in Adesanya.

Some even tried to give him courage.

Others were tired of his habits.

Some did not understand why.

And many were left confused.

One termed Adesanya’s post as “weird”

Adesanya’s posts stirred Twitter up.

Adesanya’s UFC achievements and spectacular performances in the octagon have solidified his status as a dominant middleweight champion. However, his unconventional approach to social media, which includes posting pictures that leave fans feeling awkward, has added a layer of controversy to his public image.

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Sushant Sharma is a UFC Content Analyst at EssentiallySports. A senior writer with almost 1000 articles under his belt, Sushant is always scanning the MMA landscape for current trends and breaking news. His knowledge and expertise in the sport are well-reflected in the ‘Opinion’ pieces he churns out from time to time. Sushant’s impactful style of writing has earned him a mention from boxing champion turned MMA star Claressa Shields. He is a constant presence in the live coverage team, updating the fans with all the latest news from live events in real time. In his free time, Sushant trains in combat sports and powerlifting. He is an accomplished powerlifter with silver and bronze medals at the State level. You can reach out to him at

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