‘He’s got that nuke’ - Israel Adesanya expresses surprise over betting odds for UFC 287 clash against Alex Pereira
Former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya has expressed his surprise at the betting odds for his upcoming rematch against Alex Pereira at UFC 287. Adesanya is astonished that, despite losing to Pereira in their previous match, the betting books have chosen him as the favorite to win the rematch.
'The Last Stylebender' is known for his confident and brash personality, and his surprise at the odds shows that he is not taking Pereira lightly.
In a recent interview with TMZ, 'Izzy' remarked:
"I am surprised by that, to be honest, because I thought these bookies were not as smart as they are. I’m surprised they actually picked me as the favorite because I am the more polished fighter, but he’s [Alex Pereira] just the guy that’s got the tools, he’s got that nuke. Only a few fighters in history have that."
Alex Pereira has the distinction of being one of the few fighters to have defeated Israel Adesanya not once, not twice, but three times over the course of their longstanding rivalry. Their most recent encounter at UFC 281 resulted in Adesanya surrendering his championship belt to Pereira, a crushing blow to the former champion's ego.
Nonetheless, the stage is now set for an epic rematch at UFC 287, with Adesanya ready to recover his championship and demonstrate that he is still the toughest middleweight fighter in the world. Despite his past defeats against 'Poatan', Adesanya is confident in his ability and has been training hard in preparation for the rematch.
What are the current betting odds for Israel Adesanya vs. Alex Pereira 2?
The upcoming UFC 287 event is generating a feverish buzz among mixed martial arts enthusiasts as the eagerly awaited rematch between Alex Pereria and Israel Adesanya draws closer. Both fighters boast impressive resumes, making this showdown a must-see event for any fan of the sport.
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Adesanya has been on a remarkable winning streak in recent years, demonstrating his exceptional fighting skills and dominance in the octagon. His impressive record has made him one of the most formidable fighters in the middleweight division.
'Poatan', on the other hand, has also earned a devoted following due to his unwavering tenacity and fighting spirit. His championship win over Adesanya in their last encounter cemented his status as a force to be reckoned with in the UFC.
According to BestFightOdds, the upcoming UFC 287 bout between Adesanya and Pereira, revealing an intriguing matchup. The New Zealander has been designated as the -155 favorite, meaning that a bet of $155 on the former champion would yield a $100 profit if successful.
Alex Pereira, on the other hand, has been labeled as the +135 underdog, indicating that a $100 bet on the champion would result in a $135 return if he is victorious. This may surprise some fans, as Pereira previously defeated Adesanya in their last fight and is the current titleholder.