Israel Adesanya Reflects on Fight and Future Plans

Israel Adesanya remains determined to fight on, despite tonight's disappointment.

### Israel Adesanya Reflects on Loss and Future in UFC
* 🥋 Adesanya acknowledges his opponent's toughness and admits to a "**stupid, dumb mistake**" that led to his defeat.
* 💪 Despite the loss, he feels it was the **best he's ever felt and looked** in a fight.
* 🏆 Adesanya expresses pride in his performance but gives credit to the **"better man on the night."**
* 👊 The former champion vows to continue fighting, stating, "**I will fight for you forever, I swear to God, no matter what**."
* 🎤 When asked about his future, Adesanya mentions being 35 and hints at **potential changes or challenges ahead**.
* 👀 He addresses the audience, acknowledging both supporters and critics, and promises not to leave despite any desire to see him "**lose**" or "**down**".
* 🔮 Adesanya concludes by hinting at a comeback, saying, "**I'm not leaving, I'm not leaving**."

I'm here with the former champion Israel Adesanya. Take it in, my guy. People love you, man. Was there anything surprising in this fight tonight with Drus Dupi? To be honest, uh, his toughness. I already knew it was. He was going to be tough and hard to put away, and I was cracking him, but yeah, I already knew he was going to be tough, so it wasn't a surprise. But I was quite strong in there. I felt strong, able to resist those takedowns. I just made a stupid, dumb mistake on the ground, and he adjusted well to the Gable grip and then got me. But I stand by what I said to my family. I will fight for you forever, I swear to God, no matter what. And again, I didn't do what I wanted to do, uh, tonight, and yeah, I'm disappointed in myself, but at the same time, I'm proud 'cause this is the best I've ever felt, this is the best I've ever looked, and I just

had the better man on the night, and I'll give him respect for that. I he you have fought 12 straight title fights. What's next for the style Bender? Uh, I didn't think this far. I was I didn't Manifest this, but um, look, I know everyone, you know, you guys love me. This is where I started my career in the UFC, is where I made my dream right here in perk um, but look, I'm 35, I'm doing the right things, and I know all you want to see me lose, you want to see me down, but watch this. I'm not leaving, I'm not leaving. Well, don't stay gone for a year again, my friend. Ladies and gentlemen, give it up for the last sty Bender, Israel out of Sonia.

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Israel Adesanya Reflects on Fight with Drus Dupi

Israel Adesanya was not surprised by Drus Dupi's toughness in the fight.

He felt strong and able to resist takedowns but made a mistake on the ground that led to his defeat.

Despite the disappointment, Adesanya is proud of his performance and feels it was the best he's ever looked and felt.

Israel Adesanya's Next Steps After Title Fight

Israel Adesanya acknowledges the better man on the night and respects his opponent.

He reflects on his 12 straight title fights and expresses uncertainty about his next move.

Adesanya emphasizes his commitment to staying in the UFC and not leaving again.