Israel Adesanya was set to headline UFC 300 until a last-minute change, according to a teammate


Israel Adesanya was set to headline UFC 300 until a last-minute change, according to a teammate
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Team-mate's Claim

Former UFC champ Israel Adesanya was gearing up to headline UFC 300 before a sudden switch-up, according to his teammate Dan Hooker.

Original Plan

Adesanya vs Dricus Du Plessis was set to be the main event for the historic UFC 300 card before the change of plans.

Last Minute Change

The UFC decided to have a LHW title fight between Alex Pereira and Jamahal Hill headline the event, leaving Adesanya out of the spotlight.

Reasons Behind the Decision

Niggling injuries to Du Plessis post his fight with Strickland may have influenced the UFC's choice to go with Pereira vs Hill as the main event.


Israel Adesanya was set to headline UFC 300 until a last-minute change, according to a teammate
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Adesanya's Future

Despite the setback, Adesanya is expected to make a return to the octagon soon, as per his teammate Hooker.