Israel Adesanya recently revealed some details about the kind of relationship he has with Dana White. There is no doubt that the UFC president loves to promote his champions. But with Adesanya, it seems a bit advanced. It is the kind of relationship that doesn’t alter even after landing in the controversial quicksands.

The fire between Adesanya and Dricus Du Plessis emanated quite a lot of heat. While the controversial debate about ‘the real African’ was going on, the fans believed that the two would resolve their differences inside the Octagon. However, fate seemed to have different plans for the middleweight division. Currently, ‘The Last Stylebender’ is likely to be pitted against Sean Strickland instead of ‘Stillknocks’. This greatly saddened the entire MMA world that awaited the fight. Nevertheless, the rivalry between Strickland and Adesanya has begun producing sparks. 

Israel Adesanya discusses respect between himself and Dana White

The Nigerian warrior was recently featured in ‘The Halfcast Podcast’, hosted by Kai Kara-France and Tyson Pedro. Without a doubt, the conversations led the three men to talk about Adesanya’s next fight, which in turn led Adesanya opening up on his relationship with the UFC and White.

The middleweight champion said, “Me and Dana talk, and me and the UFC have a good- Dana respects me, and I respect the UFC, and what they do. And yeah, for me, I just had to tell him what it was, and we have an understanding.”

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He further revealed that he doesn’t take a commission from the UFC. While most fighters wait for the big payday, ‘The Last Stylebender’ claimed that he knew his worth and the fact that he was going to wear the belt. Therefore, he not only showed off his confidence but also the special understanding he has with the UFC boss.

Why did Dana White land in controversy?

Following the events of UFC 290, Adesanya and Du Plessis had a face-off inside the Octagon. Therein, the champ not only showcased his rage but also used the N-word quite a few times. The fans and the media caught the fighter’s words with care and released all hell towards White during the post-fight press conference.

Although White was able to slide away with witty remarks, the heat between the fighters was far from over. Adesanya repeatedly dissed Du Plessis for not entering the Octagon against him. He recently claimed that ‘Stillknocks’ didn’t want to fight at all. 

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