Love both these guys. Strickland is straight up bat **** crazy and I love it. Is there any way this guy can beat Izzy? I'd have to tip Adesanya. But does the fruit cake Strickland have a legit chance to upset the Nigerian New Zealand Broken Native?
The majority consensus is that Strickland has no chance and will get laid out cold as soon as the bell rings. Of course, these are likely the same people who said Alexa Grasso, Dricus Du Plessi, and Sean O’Malley had no hope in their respective fights as well. At this point, it wouldn’t surprise me a bit if Strickland somehow catches him. It’s the year of the underdog. Izzy the dog fker makes Strickland look like a gentleman and a scholar by comparison.
It's undeniable that Strickland's unorthodox style brings an intriguing dynamic to the fight, but Adesanya's experience and striking prowess make him a formidable opponent. While surprises can happen in the world of MMA, Adesanya is the favorite going in, but the unpredictability of the sport always keeps us on our toes.
