“It ain’t beef” – Following steps of rapper friend Drake’s $850,000 bet, Israel Adesanya puts hefty amount at stake
Israel Adesanya tries his betting luck for the upcoming New Zealand vs Ireland Rugby world cup match.
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Israel Adesanya was actually born in Nigeria but currently represents New Zealand in his professional career as an MMA fighter. He moved to New Zealand at a young age and has become one of the country’s most prominent athletes, with massive popularity.
Adesanya’s deep connection with New Zealand has made him an enthusiastic supporter of the national rugby team. In a recent social media post, the UFC fighter shared a screenshot of his daring $20,000 bet on New Zealand to triumph over the Irish national team in the ongoing International Rugby World Cup.
Adesanya’s support for the All Blacks is a testament to his strong bond with the country he now calls home. His willingness to place such a significant wager reflects both his confidence in the New Zealand team’s abilities and his passion for the sport of rugby. As a prominent figure in the world of mixed martial arts, Adesanya’s endorsement of New Zealand’s rugby prowess is likely to resonate with fans of both sports, further solidifying his status as an iconic figure in the nation.
Furthermore, Adesanya’s shout-out to the Stake platform is a noteworthy addition. As the brand ambassador for this online betting platform, his collaboration with them dates back to January of the previous year. Recently, popular rapper Drake placed a huge bet on the upcoming Logan Paul vs. Dillion Danis boxing bout by using the same platform too. It seems like the branding of Stake has been nothing but top-notch.
Israel Adesanya wants to take a long break from UFC after his recent loss to Sean Strickland
The last few months have not been great for Israel Adesanya at all. The ex-middleweight title holder suffered a one-sided unanimous decision defeat to Sean Strickland at UFC 293. Additionally, it came to light that Adesanya admitted guilt to charges of driving under the influence after a post-loss incident that occurred on August 19 in New Zealand. Given these circumstances, “The Last Stylebender” recognizes the importance of prioritizing self-care and self-improvement.
In the latest interview with The Rock, Adesanya mentioned that he has never made excuses. He gave his opponent props, but now he’s going to take time to look after himself, and he’s not going to fight for a long time.
Izzy confirmed that he is definitely not going to retire; he knows his plans but now it is important to make some changes in his lifestyle to make himself adapt to where he needs to be.
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