“He doesn’t have enough dance moves,” Kevin Holland reveals what Sean Strickland lacks against Israel Adesanya

UFC welterweight contender Kevin Holland weighed in on the potential of Sean Strickland's success in the octagon against Israel Adesanya.

“He doesn’t have enough dance moves,” Kevin Holland reveals what Sean Strickland lacks against Israel Adesanya

Kevin Holland speaks on Israel Adesanya vs Sean Strickland , ( Image source: Getty Images)

The forthcoming UFC 293 event in Sydney has already created a lot of hype around itself. The spotlight is on the potential clash between Sean Strickland and Israel Adesanya. According to Kevin Holland, Strickland might not present a substantial challenge for Adesanya, echoing his sentiments on Dricus Du Plessis‘s quick turnaround.

Strickland emerged as a likely candidate amidst speculations about the next contender for Adesanya’s middleweight championship defense. This is because Dricus Du Plessis is apparently unavailable. In this scenario, Holland remains unconvinced about the capabilities of either Strickland or Du Plessis to disrupt Adesanya’s reign.

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“Izzy’s in a comfortable spot no matter the outcome,” shared Holland. He shared his thoughts on the matter during his conversation with Helen Yee. Reflecting on Du Plessis’s ability to defy expectations, Holland concedes that underdogs sometimes manage to prove themselves. Yet, he harbors skepticism about Du Plessis’s potential to defy the odds against Adesanya. Fresh from consecutive victories, Strickland enters the scene as a contender to watch.

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Strickland showcased his resilience when he overcame Magomedov’s early aggression and secured a TKO victory in the second round. However, Holland maintains that Adesanya’s endurance remains unmatched. Holland’s analysis delves deeper into the intricacies of the matchup. “Styles make fights,… I don’t think he has enough dance moves to dance with Israel Adesanya,” he said. Holland said Strickland’s vulnerability to powerful kicks could work in Adesanya’s favor.

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Is Israel Adesanya unbeatable, according to Kevin Holland?

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Kevin Holland picks Israel Adesanya regardless of UFC 293 opponent (Image source – Pinterest)

The middleweight champion’s exceptional cardio was highlighted, serving as a factor that could outlast Strickland’s approach. In dissecting the potential bout between Strickland and Adesanya, Holland envisioned Adesanya’s calculated approach to dismantling Strickland’s tactics.

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Precision strikes such as leg kicks and push kicks are expected to dominate the narrative. In contrast, Holland anticipated that Strickland’s willingness to take risks might make him susceptible to Adesanya’s knack for knockout opportunities. He said it is a gamble that Du Plessis might not be as prone to take.

In conclusion, Kevin Holland‘s analysis provides an insightful perspective on the potential Strickland vs. Adesanya showdown. While Strickland’s strengths are acknowledged, the consensus was that Adesanya’s refined skill set and strategic prowess position him as the frontrunner, regardless of the opponent he faces. Meanwhile, right after Holland’s interview, UFC officially announced Israel Adesanya and Sean Strickland’s title fight.

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