Sean Strickland upsets Israel Adesanya

Sean Strickland Shocks the MMA World

Controversial Lead-Up

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Unanimous Decision

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Adesanya's Favoritism

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Strickland lands telling shots throughout the fight, leaving Adesanya searching for answers.

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Turning Point

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Adesanya's Efforts

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Sean Strickland Shocks the MMA World

American Sean Strickland takes the UFC middleweight title from Israel Adesanya in an upset victory.

Controversial Lead-Up

Unanimous Decision

Adesanya's Favoritism

Adesanya, the favorite, struggled to find his rhythm against Strickland's counterattacking style.

Strickland lands telling shots throughout the fight, leaving Adesanya searching for answers.

Strickland's Effective Strikes

Turning Point

A clean straight shot from Strickland in the first round sets the tone for his victory.

Adesanya's Efforts

Adesanya shows determination but fails to break through Strickland's solid defense.

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