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Imavov Knocks Out Israel Adesanya In UFC Fight Night 250

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10 months ago

February 1, 2025

Israel Adesanya finds himself in a precarious position in the middleweight division after suffering a shocking knockout loss to Nassourdine Imavov at UFC Fight Night 250 in Saudi Arabia.

The former two-time middleweight champion entered the bout facing mounting pressure after back-to-back defeats to Sean Strickland and Dricus Du Plessis.

Despite being the favorite, Adesanya was unable to stop the skid, as Imavov, a Dagestani-born Frenchman, delivered the biggest victory of his career with a stunning second-round knockout.

Adesanya started the fight light on his feet, using a series of hard low kicks to attack Imavov’s lead leg. However, the relentless Imavov remained undeterred, continuing to press forward. He eventually closed the distance and landed a powerful shovel hook that snapped Adesanya’s head back.

A minute and a half before the end of the round, Adesanya absorbed a heavy right hand but managed to take the shot. Unfortunately for the former champion, he couldn’t recover in time for the restart. Moments later, Imavov landed another powerful right hand, this time sending Adesanya crashing to the canvas.

Imavov didn’t waste any time following up with a huge left uppercut and a barrage of ground-and-pound. Referee Marc Goddard stepped in, stopping the fight and declaring Imavov the victor. The crowd at the AnB Arena, including global football star Cristiano Ronaldo, was left in shock by the unexpected finish.

Adesanya, visibly stunned, stood in disbelief as the harsh reality of the knockout began to sink in.

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EPL: Berbatov Names Team That Can ‘Surprise’ Arsenal In Title Race

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1 day ago

November 25, 2025

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Former Manchester United striker, Dimitar Berbatov, has named the team that could “surprise” Arsenal in the Premier League title race.

The Gunners are now six points clear of second-placed Chelsea, thanks to their 4-1 demolition of Tottenham on Sunday.

Mikel Arteta’s men could extend that lead to nine points, when they travel to face the Blues this weekend.

Berbatov has now said he expects Arsenal to be “really tested” over the hectic festive period and says their title credentials will become clearer in the New Year.

“Of course Liverpool are low in the table and Man City are dropping points, but there are other teams like Chelsea who can surprise people,” Berbatov told ESPN.

“Six points is a good cushion but in the Premier League it’s nothing and can go very quickly.”

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Champions League: Arteta Gives Arsenal Injury Updates Ahead Bayern Munich Clash

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1 day ago

November 25, 2025

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Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta, has given injury updates on his squad ahead of Wednesday night’s Champions League clash with Bayern Munich.

The Gunners have won their first four matches in the competition without conceding a single goal.

Arteta’s men will be looking to continue their perfect start with a win over Bayern at the Emirates.

Arsenal could have captain Martin Odegaard back for the game, alongside Gabriel Martinelli and Noni Madueke.

“Yeah they are [Madueke and Martinelli in contenton to start] and we’re going to have a meeting now to decide on Martin [Odegaard],” Arteta told reporters today.

“He was very close for the previous game.

“We are confident he can be in the squad as well.”