UFC Crown:Adesanya revels in his victory against Periera
Israel Adesanya reclaimed his UFC middleweight crown by beating Alex Periera on Saturday.
The Last Stylebender’ won by second round knockout after losing the title to Pereira last time.
After the victory, he gave an emotional speech that thrilled all the fans.
“I hope every one of you behind the screens can feel this level of happiness just one time in your life.
“But guess what: You will never feel this level of happiness if you don’t go for something.
“When they talk s*** about you, when they put a foot on your neck, and if you stay down, you will never get that result.’
“Fortify your mind, and feel this level of happiness once in your life, but I am blessed to be able to feel this s*** again and again and again and again.’
“No matter what, Alex is a great champion, he lost the belt tonight but he will always be a champion.
“In his story I’m the antagonist. I’m the bad guy, but tonight it’s my story. The hunter has become the hunted.
“Thank you for beating me, because beating me has made me a better fighter.’