Former two‑time UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya has insisted he isn’t done with his fighting career — even after suffering his fourth consecutive defeat.
At UFC Seattle’s main event, Adesanya was stopped by rising contender Joe Pyfer via second‑round TKO, extending a tough skid that’s put his future under intense debate.
Rather than entertain talk of retirement, the 36‑year‑old Nigerian‑born fighter reacted with defiance in his post‑fight interview.
“You keep going, again and again… I’m not f*cking leaving. You will never stop me,” he declared, emphasizing that he still believes in his fighting spirit and refuses to walk away from the sport he loves.
Despite the recent downturn including multiple TKO/KO losses — Adesanya’s legacy as one of the UFC’s most accomplished middleweights remains intact. He first captured the 185‑pound title in 2019 and went on to become a two‑time champion with memorable performances.
As fans and pundits continue to debate what’s next for “The Last Stylebender,” Adesanya’s message to stay — loud and clear — shows he’s not ready to fade quietly.
