Overview

• Israel Adesanya said he has moved on from seeking a Sean Strickland rematch after months without progress, telling Submission Radio he just wants to fight.
• He signaled openness to other middleweights, acknowledging a potential matchup with Anthony Hernandez while staying ready for whoever the UFC books.
• The former two-time champion is on a three-fight skid, a run that began with his title loss to Strickland at UFC 293 and continued with defeats to Dricus du Plessis and Nassourdine Imavov.
• Strickland’s recent stretch includes losing the belt to du Plessis, a decision win over Paulo Costa, and another defeat to du Plessis, coupled with an NSAC suspension tied to a June incident.
• The commission’s suspension is scheduled through December 29, with a possible reduction to mid-October upon completion of an approved anger‑management course, leaving Adesanya focused on returning against available contenders.