Overview

• Nassourdine Imavov defeated Israel Adesanya via a second-round knockout, extending his win streak to four and solidifying his position as a top middleweight contender.
• Adesanya, a former two-time middleweight champion, has now lost three consecutive fights and four of his last five, prompting speculation about his future in the sport.
• Imavov's performance has positioned him as a potential challenger for the middleweight title, with the fighter calling for a shot at the winner of the upcoming Du Plessis vs. Strickland title bout.
• The fight included a controversial moment involving an eye poke, but Adesanya's camp downplayed its impact on the outcome of the bout.
• UFC CEO Dana White praised Adesanya's strong first-round performance, but acknowledged the knockout as a turning point in the fight.