“Sean is terrified” – Fans fear for Sean Strickland as fighter struggles to keep ‘more than 1 second eye contact’ with Israel Adesanya during UFC 293 faceoffs

Israel Adesanya and Sean Strickland face off before their highly anticipated main event fight at UFC 293.

“Sean is terrified” – Fans fear for Sean Strickland as fighter struggles to keep ‘more than 1 second eye contact’ with Israel Adesanya during UFC 293 faceoffs

Israel Adesanya and Sean Strickland face off at UFC 293 weigh-ins ( Image via YouTube )

The weigh-ins of UFC 293 promised a thrilling showdown ahead between Israel Adesanya and Sean Strickland for the middleweight title. Adesanya showed a serious side, demanding Strickland to meet his gaze before their Sydney battle this weekend.

During previous encounters, Sean Strickland kept things light-hearted, while ‘The Last Stylebender’ Adesanya weighed the decision of going head-to-head with Strickland. However, at this recent face-off, Adesanya approached Strickland with unwavering determination. He signaled his rival to lock eyes with him. Strickland obliged briefly before laughter and witty remarks took over the scene.

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Inside the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia, the atmosphere was electric. Fans eagerly anticipate the ultimate showdown. Beyond the ceremonial weigh-ins, this final stare-down provided a glimpse of the intensity that will unfold within the Octagon. While Israel Adesanya has achieved immense success in MMA, one achievement still eludes him – submitting an opponent. He expressed his desire to put his grappling skills on display and potentially secure a submission victory.

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Adesanya articulated his goals, saying that he wanted to submit a few opponents. Apparently, the Fight of the Night accolades do not appeal to him. Adesanya expressed that he preferred clean executions. He wanted to showcase his grappling abilities more. Adesanya stated that he anticipates Strickland’s grappling and believes that an opportunity for submission might arise.

Related: “He is thrash metal,” UFC insider reveals Sean Strickland’s winning strategy against Israel Adesanya

Fans react to Israel Adesanya and Sean Strickland’s faceoff ahead of UFC 293

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Israel Adesanya is determined to knock out Sean Strickland at UFC 293 ( Image via Imago)

Fans have reacted to the face-off before the highly anticipated main-event showdown at UFC 293. Many have expressed concerns that Strickland was not able to hold eye contact with Adesanya. Here are some of the reactions from Twitter:

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With UFC 293 on the horizon, fight fans worldwide eagerly await the outcome of this monumental clash. Sean Strickland and Israel Adesanya are both fierce competitors. With the middleweight title on the line, fans cannot wait to see the outcome of this highly anticipated event.

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