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'Time for talking is over': How Adesanya made presence felt before title defence

Israel Adesanya made his presence felt one last time before his UFC title defence.

'If he dies, he dies': Adesanya's warning for title challenger

Yoel Romero has never been stopped in his UFC career. Adesanya wants to change that.

Dan Hooker reflects on UFC Auckland win, sets sights on next fight

Standing on the highest point of his MMA career, Hooker just wants to get back to work.

Israel Adesanya shows support for Pride Parade

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The constant evolution of Israel Adesanya

Adesanya (18-0; 7-0 UFC) will put his title on the line in the headline bout at UFC 248.

Blood in the water: Is this the next Kiwi UFC superstar?

'I could see it in his face - the fight was leaving him; his spirit was broken.'

'Missed the mark': Adesanya apologises after 'Twin Towers' controversy

Adesanya apologised for his 'twin towers' comments after coming under fire from fans.

Adesanya slammed for 'disgusting' Twin Towers comment

Kiwi UFC star Israel Adesanya has been labelled 'disgusting'.

Blood, beers and broken bones: The violence of UFC Auckland

Dan Hooker successful on a big day for Kiwis, but American Paul Felder earns respect too.

Belief over beef: UFC star's unique welcome to New Zealand

They'll be fighting in the UFC octagon on Sunday, but Tuesday was a time for peace.

The Halbergs effect: Can Adesanya make Kiwis fall in love with MMA?

By opening its doors to Adesanya and MMA, the Halbergs felt like it mattered once again.

The trickle-down effect: Maintaining the rise of MMA in New Zealand

'It's crucial everyone supports it - these cards are 'like the lifeblood of our sport'.

'Worst ever seen': Illegal blow stuns UFC

It was probably not the way Brok Weaver would have wanted to gain his first UFC win.

Phil Gifford: Adesanya is right - tall poppy syndrome is alive and well

Comment: Adesanya was right at the Halbergs when he talked about the tall poppy syndrome.

'Stay salty': Adesanya's powerful speech stuns Halbergs

Adesanya delivered a powerful, expletive-filled, acceptance speech at Halberg Awards.

Liam Napier: Adesanya's unfiltered speech steals show

Israel Adesanya and Noeline Taurua come in from the cold to sweep the Halberg awards.

Silver Ferns, Adesanya claim historic wins at Halberg Awards

The Silver Ferns have struck gold — again.

Combat Wombat returns: Kiwi star's weird and wacky road to UFC

'There's no room in MMA to try be tough and try act like you're just having a one-on-one.'