Israel Adesanya looks incredible in latest training video ahead of UFC 305, fans react: "DDP bout to get the Paulo Costa treatment"

Former middleweight champion Israel Adesanya is gearing up for his championship matchup against current titleholder Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 305 in Perth, Australia. With the fight drawing closer, Adesanya has shared a training video that has fans buzzing with excitement.

The video showcases the Nigerian-born Kiwi in peak physical condition, displaying impressive speed, precision, and power in his striking combinations. The footage has ignited speculation about a potential dominant performance from Adesanya when he steps into the octagon with Du Plessis.

Check out Israel Adesanya's training video below:

Social media erupted with fans commenting on Adesanya's impressive physique and skills. One fan, referencing Adesanya's previous dominant victory over Paulo Costa back in at UFC 253, wrote:

"DDP bout to get the Paulo Costa treatment."

Another fan expressed confidence in Adesanya's focus, stating:

"Bro you look amazing, we can tell you’re locked in. Give DDP hell"

Another chimed in and wrote:

"You know they've got specific combos ready when they cut the pad work"

Check out some of the reactions below:

Fans reacted to Israel Adesanya's recent training video

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Israel Adesanya fires back at Dricus du Plessis over African Heritage claims

A heated rivalry between UFC middleweight champion Dricus du Plessis and former champion Israel Adesanya has reignited, with accusations of privilege and underprivileged backgrounds exchanged between the two fighters.

The feud was initially sparked when Du Plessis questioned the African heritage of champions Israel Adesanya, Francis Ngannou, and Kamaru Usman, claiming he was the true representative of African fighting. Adesanya responded by accusing Du Plessis of living a privileged life in South Africa while he and fellow fighter Abdul Razak Alhassan were forced to leave their home countries due to limited opportunities.

Adesanya emphasized the struggles faced by fighters like himself and Alhassan, who had to relocate to pursue their careers. He contrasted their experiences with Du Plessis' upbringing, suggesting the champion came from a privileged background. In an interview with TMZ, 'The Last Stylebender' said:

“People like Razak and myself who were forced to flee our own country because of, you know, a better opportunity...He [DDP] will never understand that because he lives behind the f****** gates of his privileged life in South Africa. We paved the way for him." [H/t: TMZ]

Check out Israel Adesanya's comment below: