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The UFC has seen a variety of classes in fighters under its tutelage. This spans from those who exhibit showmanship to the humble, and from individuals with a more gangster-like demeanor to those who exude angelic qualities. Israel Adesanya is not that different, an individual who is not afraid to delve into different fields. Being the former middleweight champion, Adesanya has already set his mark on the face of UFC and combat sports and now has ventured into a different niche.

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At the moment Adesanya stands at the top of his career point even with the title defeat against Sean Strickland. His documentary ‘Stylebender’ is set to be released in the cinemas on 28th September. When the internet came across the news, they congratulated the Former middleweight champion for his new achievement. Even the ‘Meta’ mogul couldn’t help himself hailing ‘izzy’ for his spectacular achievement.

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Mark Zuckerberg Congratulates Israel Adesanya on Upcoming Documentary

The Documentary ‘Stylebender’ narrates the story of Israel Adesanya in a rather unique manner. ‘Stylebender’ is a 1-hour and 42-minute documentary that will showcase Adesanya’s fighter journey. It features Adesanya and his coach, Eugene Bareman, as directed by Zoe Macintosh. Macintosh has been working on this project since 2018, capturing Adesanya’s impressive growth as a fighter.

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‘Izzy’ took to his Instagram handle to announce that the documentary will be hitting cinemas on September 28. He captioned it as “NZ, Let me take you to the movies”. His post gathered an overload of appreciation and love from the Netizens. However, there was an individual whose comment sparked even more excitement for the documentary, and that individual was none other than the tech giant Mark Zuckerberg. He remarked a single word of ‘congrats!’ for the champ.

Zuckerberg and Adesanya: A Surprising Friendship

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Mark Zuckerberg has a friendly relationship with the former champion. Zuckerberg trained with Alex Volkanovski and Israel Adesanya for his intended fight against Elon Musk. Adesanya shared photos of himself in the presence of Zuckerberg for his potential fight against Musk. The photos by Adesanya demonstrated Zuckerberg’s genuine interest in MMA. Even though the fight never happened, the training harbored a love for combat sports in the hearts of the Tech billionaire.

In addition to their interactions. Adesanya and Zuckerberg also indulged in a training session in the realms of Metaverse. It showcased both of their love for Mixed martial arts and technology. Adesanya, in a separate statement, added that when they were training he never went easy on Zuckerberg. This statement only showcased Zuckerberg’s willingness to learn the art of martial arts.

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Read more: Following ‘Stylebender’ Documentary Premiere, Israel Adesanya Promises Showcase of “Vulnerable” Side as Fans Join Celebration Over UFC Champ’s Story

Mark Zuckerberg Congratulated Israel Adesanya for his debut in cinema. and their friendship appears to be flourishing. What are your thoughts On Mark Zuckerberg’s friendship with Israel Adesanya? Do tell us in the comments below.

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Suryakant Das is a senior writer who leads UFC live coverage at EssentiallySports, known for his broad expertise and standout professionalism in MMA journalism. Over two years in the field, he has become a key voice on real-time event updates, pre- and post-fight interviews, and analysis of viral moments from the Joe Rogan Experience. His dynamic reporting is backed by selection to the Journalistic Excellence Program, which hones advanced editorial skills and strategic coverage approaches for top talent. Suryakant’s career is defined by his ability to deliver both speed and depth. His versatile background spans sports journalism, content writing, and editorial roles, helping him navigate fast-paced live coverage and deliver meaningful stories with clarity and precision. Recognition from respected MMA figures such as Nina-Marie Daniele and Hall of Famer Michael Bisping further marks him as a trusted authority in the UFC community.

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