Israel Adesanya: Talks Joe Rogan & Prepares to Defend His Championship Belt vs Alex Pereira UFC 281

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  • Опубліковано 7 лис 2022
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    In anticipation of Israel's upcoming Middleweight Title fight in UFC 281's main event against Alex Pereira, Izzy is sitting down with Ryan, Fred and Channing a few days ahead of his biggest fight in one of the most candid and entertaining conversations. A global star and one of the top UFC fighters int he sport, Israel knows what's at stake and is embracing it, saying he is going to make this upcoming fight, "A Horror Movie".
    Ryan, who hosts his DC&RC UFC Podcast on ESPN, starts the conversation off talking through the past fights, biggest competitors, his training and what a win in this bout would mean.
    Fully understanding the energy around this fight knowing that he has lost to Pereira twice in kickboxing, Izzy isn't worried about what others think and knows who he is as the champion and isn't worried about outside pressures. Israel says, people think he is joking when he says, he is prepared to die and prepared to kill, but once he steps into the cage and it lock behind them, it's on. Using the Lion King reference, he explains that sometimes you have to remind yourself who you are like Mufasa did to Simba, and now he is reminding himself who he is, and he knows he's a mother f**cking savage.
    Getting into how some of his training has changed for this fight and how each of his past bouts have helped him grow and expanded his mind mentally and physically, Izzy shares what it's like preparing for battle and how his outside passions and interests shape his approach to battle, often watching cartoons and reading for motivation and inspiration. Izzy uses the analogy that pressure makes diamonds, and there are moments in a man’s life where he has to step up and this is one of those for me. The last three fights I showed up and made each camp better than the last one and this will be no different.
    Izzy opens up about how he never realized racism was so real until he moved to New Zealand and experienced it first hand. Being bullied as a child and often defending himself led him into the fight game from kickboxing to mixed martial arts now to UFC Champion. He shares experiences that have made him who he is and helped him develop the mentality he has as well as helped him create a persona that's larger than life.
    Channing asks him about some of the charismatic traits of his persona, wearing pearls, watching anime cartoons, theatrical fight entrances and why all of these unique aspects of him are important to who he is inside and outside the fight game. Freaky Fred puts some meaning behind his own nickname and asks Izzy about why he has an Only Fans account and what kind of material he puts out there to need one. The friendly banter continues as the guys talk about admiring greatness in other sports and athletes and how it takes a great one to admire a great one. Israel isn't just fighting for himself, he's fighting for his entire team and plans to give it all come Saturday night, even if that comes with physical sacrifice.
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  • @MrOlds8488
    @MrOlds8488 Рік тому +956

    Get Josh Gordon on here, literally never heard his side of anything.

  • @bslspeaks
    @bslspeaks Рік тому +127

    I love how Izzy is really getting himself out there making MMA even more on the map all over the place

    • @supersupera82
      @supersupera82 Рік тому +3

      he does so fuckin much for the ufc. best asset on the roster

  • @codew2467
    @codew2467 Рік тому +26

    Yayyyyy. I remember the Costa fight. My older son wasn't sure you would prevail. But you did. Emphatically. And we were running and screaming with joy all over the house.

  • @sarapatterson6531
    @sarapatterson6531 Рік тому +83

    This episode made me have a conversation with my kids. Who are mixed. They've had more f'd up experiences than I ever knew. This podcast is so on point because it has led to so many real convos with my teenage children. Y'all prob have no idea the impact you're having. Literally, changing lives. Do not ever stop. Please.

    • @deeznutz8320
      @deeznutz8320 Рік тому

      Seeing your a ww we can assume your a single mom?

    • @Thiaguitorojo
      @Thiaguitorojo Рік тому +4

      @@deeznutz8320 That ain't nothing of your business ''We can assume'' what u saying? 🤣

    • @davidbrazell5179
      @davidbrazell5179 11 місяців тому +1

      Preach mama

    • @chellanekrukar4869
      @chellanekrukar4869 10 місяців тому +2

      100% sister. My family is the same. Keep it real and keep ur kids in the performing and the martial arts. Always. They'll be just fine. Respect🤩😇

    • @marknesstorres276
      @marknesstorres276 9 місяців тому

      Nice. Agreed 👍

  • @diegotheyorkie1420
    @diegotheyorkie1420 Рік тому +23

    Channing asking the real questions we all wanna know! 😂 “Why yo ears ain’t f**led up like everybody else?” 😂😂😂

    • @speedywilliams34
      @speedywilliams34 Рік тому

      When did he say that

    • @Dapson12352
      @Dapson12352 Рік тому +3

      @@speedywilliams34 at the end

    • @thecatalyst1762
      @thecatalyst1762 Рік тому

      lmao thats a good question

    • @MarvoloSalazar
      @MarvoloSalazar Рік тому

      Cause he ain't a grappler

    • @deeznutz8320
      @deeznutz8320 Рік тому

      @@MarvoloSalazar Hè trains for it so it shouldnt matter
      He probably has cups for his ears or drains the blood out

  • @InspectorButters4
    @InspectorButters4 Рік тому +73

    I just finished the episode and I legit could listen to it all over again and still enjoy it just as much!!! Man..... Stylebender and The Pivot crew......😁🥳🥳😁 it don't get much better!!!

  • @joshc.6706
    @joshc.6706 Рік тому +50

    Oh man seriously one of the best podcasts out there. It was damn near an hour and that just flew but because of the constant and intriguing conversation. Also cool Adesanya mentioned the book of 5 rings, absolute legendary work of art when dealing with martial arts

    • @bkd9511
      @bkd9511 Рік тому +1

      One Of My Favorite Books Of All Time. "If You Want To MASTER The Sword... Learn To Play The Guitar"

  • @captlucky2320
    @captlucky2320 Рік тому +92

    Pivot just don't disappoint

  • @PolyPride29
    @PolyPride29 Рік тому +9

    Channing is like an uncle at the cookout that just lighten up the mood when the convo gets too crazy...yall are some awesome brothers.

  • @jowallace23
    @jowallace23 Рік тому +159

    This is going to be a great episode. The pivot makes Tuesdays exciting as hell at work

  • @constancelawriw7055
    @constancelawriw7055 Рік тому +7

    Eazzy!!!!!! Area scatter, so proud of you. Family all day on your team, can never go wrong. We love you!

  • @ml2539
    @ml2539 Рік тому +18

    There is something about the ambiance that you guys create…you guys could be in a motel 6 or a mansion. These discussions are warm, curious, respectful. Insightful… love it.

  • @pandachris8755
    @pandachris8755 Рік тому +8

    The way these guys "ask questions" is unmatched. When Fred says "talk about...", It's so much better than asking a very specific question. Very well done

  • @kipwonder2233
    @kipwonder2233 Рік тому +4

    The Last Stylebender👏👏👏!!

  • @C-24-Brandan
    @C-24-Brandan Рік тому +214

    Izzy is an awesome person, athlete/fighter & is always entertaining! Love the podcast fellas keep Killin' It! This show, Pat McAfee & Bussin' with the boys are the best sports shows/channels out by a fuckin long shot!

  • @sandman62100
    @sandman62100 Рік тому +182

    Alex is going to learn that Izzy doesn't get mad, he gets even. Izzy is the greatest middleweight of all time and it's funny how quickly people forget this. He is the most feared alpha apex predator in this game. This is a man that had the greatest fight of all time against Gastelum. Knocked out and embarrassed Whittaker on his home soil. And straight up violated and humiliated Costa. Put some damn respect on his name. He is so great it almost makes me want to cry. I love him so much. Makes me so damn proud to be NAIJA 🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬! We fight, we cry, we are hung, we love this is what it means to be NAIJA!!!

    • @zach5751
      @zach5751 Рік тому +40

      **Anderson Silva is the greatest middleweight. Izzy isn’t far off though.

    • @dru7585
      @dru7585 Рік тому +7

      youre like the only sane MMA fan

    • @zach5751
      @zach5751 Рік тому +16

      @@dru7585 I’m just saying bro Silva @ 10 title defenses to Adesanya @ 5 Title defenses. Which is still huge no doubt on Izzy behalf but people need to not get so caught up in the moment and recognize history and the sport as a whole.

    • @lucastfitness7299
      @lucastfitness7299 Рік тому +3

      Costa is overrated

    • @Sui_Generis0
      @Sui_Generis0 Рік тому +10

      Why add we are hung?

  • @David.jaemin
    @David.jaemin Рік тому +6

    There's few guys that can vibe with any type of conversation no matter what

  • @MoneyClipsSports
    @MoneyClipsSports Рік тому +72

    Knew this was going to be a great episode much love to the Pivot 🔥 Bringing the Stylebender✊🏽

  • @monabee5044
    @monabee5044 Рік тому +3

    I don’t watch the MMA fighters and never heard of Israel but I enjoyed the interview. He just exemplifies confidence and black excellence. He seems so in tune with who he is as an athlete but more importantly as a person. And he is right, anything looks good on black skin. Love it!

  • @TH1NK_BLU3_495
    @TH1NK_BLU3_495 Рік тому +18

    Didn't like Izzy at first, but the more i watched his fights and saw how he is as a person my man won me over. He is a great fighter. Love watching his fights. Great interview fellas💯

  • @emmanuela7528
    @emmanuela7528 Рік тому +6

    I and a friend are trying to build an MMA promotion out here in Nigeria and let me tell you, he’s right. The talent is there and the will is plentiful. If the coaching and the facilities catch up, we’re coming.
    There’s a gap in that most strikers can’t grapple, and most grapplers can’t really strike well, but that’s when the coaching comes in. Once we mix our traditional wrestling styles with the foreign ones like BJJ or Greco-Roman, and get proper Muay Thai coaches, these boys are coming.

  • @Mzanzi4Life
    @Mzanzi4Life Рік тому +13

    I absolutely LOVE this interview! Yall did your thing with this one! Izzy is so calm. Its the calm ones bro... The calm ones be the most dangerous. Thanks guys! Great job!

  • @josepht5331
    @josepht5331 Рік тому +16

    I’m kind of like Fred. I’m a novice in the fight world. I had no idea this was such a team sport. I thought the fighters really did majority of the planning and film watching to get ready but he’s showing that what his team does can really make a difference between winning and losing. Dope episode. An even doper guest… The pivot is always amazing! Love it!

  • @cartelbeaux7040
    @cartelbeaux7040 Рік тому +3

    Ayeeee!!!!! 🤣 😂 Channing “Yeaa I’m Rich 🤑 “ Crowder BIG 💪🏾

  • @silvinoestrada9171
    @silvinoestrada9171 Рік тому +32

    Awesomeness, humility, and personality on display! Great interview guys! Its going to be a great fight! Good luck Izzy!

  • @tylerarlington1998
    @tylerarlington1998 Рік тому +5

    Fantastic episode. Was just watching ufc Countdown and seen my guys had Izzy of here. The way you guys make everyone comfortable and open is brilliant. Izzy got this in the bag. Another stellar episode. Well done fellas ✊🏽🔥

  • @paulgreen4292
    @paulgreen4292 Рік тому +8

    I am so impressed with the pivot, y'all have celebs from all sports, non sport celebs and do a magnificent job. Kudos to the pivot.

  • @viiplayer1
    @viiplayer1 Рік тому +3

    I love when izzy says wallahi😂

  • @bighova09
    @bighova09 Рік тому +10

    Aye man.... I'm callin Fred out. He 100% watch anime. First he was blastin Kamehamehas now he knowing EXACTLY how to say Naruto. He may just be my favorite personality. He had a dead straight face askin who was the best anime character

    • @Jaykurosakii
      @Jaykurosakii Рік тому +2

      Fred always been the most open minded. Remember the deestroying interview and also when he mentioned that he is a causal gamer Channing started hating

  • @ScrapAndRollMMA
    @ScrapAndRollMMA Рік тому +12

    IZZY is such a cool as dude. Happy to see him shine and I love when the Pivot highlights MMA stars.

  • @opmjr2427
    @opmjr2427 Рік тому +15

    Yessir tapping into the UFC world, great show great guests. Keep it rolling 💪🏽

  • @andrewadewole213
    @andrewadewole213 Рік тому +4

    Great interview. Really fun to watch. Yeah and like Izzy said, the interview looked really comfortable

  • @latoyachatman3857
    @latoyachatman3857 Рік тому +6

    Channing is crazy. 🤣🤣 but he asks all the questions we want to ask. "Why your ears ain't fd up?"

  • @palepa15
    @palepa15 Рік тому +25

    What! You have Israel on this…awesome!! You guys were already my favourite podcast. Man I would never have thought that someone like Izzy would be on this and yet you got him on. More respect to FF, RC, Chan and everyone else behind the scenes

  • @julioeolmosr4035
    @julioeolmosr4035 Рік тому +4

    At Madison Square Garden!!!
    Izzy & UFC 🥊 High Stepping Inside The Mecca of Basketball 👏

    • @julioeolmosr4035
      @julioeolmosr4035 Рік тому

      😭
      Me watching Izzy get TKO & loose to Pereira for the 3rd Time!, UFC 281 🥊

  • @Shemzinho
    @Shemzinho Рік тому +7

    Channing and Izzy should be a great dynamic
    EDIT: 41:57 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @freddieorange42
    @freddieorange42 Рік тому +4

    This the interview here!

  • @cpeezy02
    @cpeezy02 Рік тому +8

    Dope ass mind set. He has unlocked self love and self understanding.

  • @ant_boy_spice4400
    @ant_boy_spice4400 Рік тому +2

    The guest chair is 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @JasenMinus
    @JasenMinus Рік тому +4

    Sports and anime. My 2 loves.

  • @owentrammell9527
    @owentrammell9527 Рік тому +4

    Channing ass🤣”I don’t wanna upset you”💀💀

  • @SaintLagniappe
    @SaintLagniappe Рік тому +6

    Love how y’all get these interviews before the big event.

  • @NikhilKumar-fo5on
    @NikhilKumar-fo5on Рік тому +3

    I WISH THESE PIVOT PODCASTS WERE *LONGER!!!*
    they're great! but always want more

  • @Tythetruth183
    @Tythetruth183 Рік тому

    I’m glad the overall volume is up with this and future episodes are up. Now I don’t have to have the car volume up and still can hear the episode

  • @Afightersstory
    @Afightersstory Рік тому +13

    this episode is gonna be amazing! legend

  • @chellanekrukar4869
    @chellanekrukar4869 10 місяців тому +1

    Once again, ya'll never disappoint. Kisses hugs and love from South Texas🥰😇

  • @ronfelder4176
    @ronfelder4176 Рік тому +2

    So dope. Da Pivot. Great questions. Great guest. Awesome to get to know these Winners. Facts

  • @iamthejpshow
    @iamthejpshow Рік тому +25

    You can tell this was like a dream come true for Ryan. Great interview fellas. Let's Go Izzy!!

  • @Jay-gd5fi
    @Jay-gd5fi Рік тому +1

    I enjoyed every minute of this interview. AND STILL!!

  • @davidabbot1990
    @davidabbot1990 Рік тому +7

    Favourite episode by far. Keep it up lads 🙏🏽

  • @mylesshepard9966
    @mylesshepard9966 Рік тому +1

    Mannnn y’all been goin crazy wit these celeb choices🤧💯 definitely the best podcast on UA-cam 🙌🏾

  • @Klfrierson
    @Klfrierson Рік тому +3

    Being prepared to die and prepared to kill is the most amazing way to illustrate I’m leaving it all out there and really meaning it!!! WHAT?!? Incredible. Channing is hilarious with the “non-offensive” comments.

  • @devoriansmith3647
    @devoriansmith3647 Рік тому +1

    Best anime, The Boondocks.
    Favorite character, Huey Freeman!

  • @matthewbezerra7012
    @matthewbezerra7012 Рік тому +8

    Pivot by far the best podcast out there!

  • @247Tongan
    @247Tongan Рік тому +2

    I'm from New Zealand and seeing Isreal Adesanya is epic. Ofa atu toko!

  • @kynix3532
    @kynix3532 Рік тому +7

    Watching this episode with Issy, which was absolutely great but this clearly defines Confidence vs Cocky and he is 100% Confident. Salute on another great episode!

  • @MegaBeastin19
    @MegaBeastin19 Рік тому +4

    RC, Chan, and Freddy. Y'all killin it!!!!

  • @Weeeeeeeeeeeezy
    @Weeeeeeeeeeeezy Рік тому +7

    I love Izzy bruh. Real fucking G!!!

  • @ebso_7831
    @ebso_7831 Рік тому +3

    This was definitely needed 🔥🔥

  • @GondarSedek
    @GondarSedek Рік тому +10

    This is a fantastic episode!! Kudos to the pivot guys! That chair Izzy and Chan are in, dope!

    • @TheBahamian1
      @TheBahamian1 Рік тому

      I thought I was the only one admiring that chair. That is some exceptional quality!
      I am wondering what is the cost of such an art piece?

  • @deem6077
    @deem6077 Рік тому +7

    I know him and Channing are gonna have their moments and I haven’t even clicked play yet. Cuz Channing gon Chan and Izzy’s gon Izz 😂😂🤣🤣
    This is gonna be good!

  • @christopherfontes496
    @christopherfontes496 Рік тому +5

    Beautiful sport.
    Mentally, physically, emotionally, spiritually

  • @treduece
    @treduece Рік тому +3

    Y’all are BIG TIME. Love 💯

  • @dotsongray
    @dotsongray Рік тому +16

    Shoutout The Pivot guys man!! I been wanting them to sit down with Izzy for so long. I had a feeling it would happen before this massive fight at MSG
    Can’t wait to hollering AND STILL🔥🔥

  • @terrancerussell6385
    @terrancerussell6385 Рік тому +3

    Looking forward to this conversation

  • @NewMojo71
    @NewMojo71 Рік тому +5

    When worlds collide!!! This is dope!!!

  • @Bkfolson
    @Bkfolson Рік тому +5

    Like to see how humble and down to earth he is. Intelligence is key.

  • @LetsGetIT20243
    @LetsGetIT20243 Рік тому +2

    Great interview...
    I'm a Commanders fan... wondering if you all are going to have anyone from the Washington Commanders on your show.

  • @petersmith5832
    @petersmith5832 Рік тому +2

    Legend!! Classic gentleman, U2 Fred!

  • @pierreblack1214
    @pierreblack1214 Рік тому +10

    Amazing episode! Israel is a real cool and laid back dude man got to love him! An amazing fighter as well and call me bias but I see him winning and thank you The Pivot Ryan, Fred & Channing love y’all

  • @mirkoszitovszky7007
    @mirkoszitovszky7007 Рік тому +1

    Wow. I am watching this. My mind can not process this guy. Well spoken, smart, nice guy... wow!!!!

  • @Mr_kdavid
    @Mr_kdavid Рік тому +5

    Favorite fighter in the UFC hands down 🔥🔥🔥

  • @ckaiborbor
    @ckaiborbor Рік тому +6

    Another one for the record books fellas. Love Izzy 💯

  • @pankajmakwana3199
    @pankajmakwana3199 Рік тому

    It's beautiful and inspiring to listen to Israel adesanya 💥🔥🔥

  • @MC-sj2ji
    @MC-sj2ji Рік тому +2

    Excellent conversion. Love how he spoke about the Joe Rogan situation.

  • @mayaedwards31
    @mayaedwards31 Рік тому +4

    Im so happy y'all got him

  • @demariusdurham3853
    @demariusdurham3853 Рік тому +1

    Great show Gang 🙏🏾

  • @Emj_22
    @Emj_22 Рік тому +5

    Finally got my dude on the show!!!!!!

  • @quiquevergara1
    @quiquevergara1 Рік тому +1

    Adesaya ,stop listening to others, listen to yourself, leave arrogance at home and take your pride to the octagon, you are the real nigerian black panther don't forget it...a friend

  • @dahypeizreal9350
    @dahypeizreal9350 Рік тому +4

    great interview…keep living your truth, Izzy!

  • @hull9181
    @hull9181 Рік тому +3

    I like him , he understands it .. life lessons, and boxing…. Sometimes u gon lose but that’s every blue moon and it doesn’t identify u

  • @anasshahid224
    @anasshahid224 9 місяців тому

    Solid interview guys! Izzy is one of my favorite UFC champions, so talented in the octagon always has exciting matches, love his cool calm chill vibe, a treat to listen to him speak! Thanks for having him on the show 🙌😊

  • @zerofox3075
    @zerofox3075 Рік тому +1

    The fact he did the shadow clone signs … love it!

  • @kenetipese8445
    @kenetipese8445 Рік тому +5

    What an interview. Great insight from the panel from a Great Champion. Izzy ALL DAY.

  • @kylebyrne8076
    @kylebyrne8076 Рік тому

    I know he's not actually from Nz but the way he represents the country is awesome. Love this dude. Kia kaha brother

  • @marcuswhite5798
    @marcuswhite5798 Рік тому +10

    We need Pat Mcafee he been doing great things!!

  • @justsayretro
    @justsayretro Рік тому +4

    This is 🔥 these guys just don’t miss

  • @leprincefordham6873
    @leprincefordham6873 Рік тому

    The to the Pivot! This was a good 1!

  • @youcefmoussa
    @youcefmoussa Рік тому

    You do a very nice work best pod cast

  • @ericcissoko1280
    @ericcissoko1280 Рік тому +1

    Another amazing episode!!

  • @whatsgreat4926
    @whatsgreat4926 Рік тому +1

    man channing is getting really good salute my boy

  • @brookatsedu8912
    @brookatsedu8912 Рік тому +7

    Channing is hilarious

  • @heartbreakkid2
    @heartbreakkid2 Рік тому +3

    Double salute to the pivot

  • @leekyoverhere
    @leekyoverhere Рік тому +1

    32:00 man this shit made me smile I ain't know Izzy was a Love, Death and Robots fan that's dope

  • @REVBomB1
    @REVBomB1 Рік тому +3

    Gonna be a great fight!!! Can’t wait!

  • @turnb2jesus434
    @turnb2jesus434 Рік тому +2

    Yesssssir, this is what I’m talking about Pivot!

  • @caseyvaught6920
    @caseyvaught6920 Рік тому

    Good timing!!

  • @MegaTron8fo3
    @MegaTron8fo3 Рік тому +2

    This one fire fire 🔥 due Madd cool and chill. Humble even but in the ring you'd never believe it. Or the way he approaches most fights. Which he earned and deserve to act like lol. Def one the best if not the best pound for pound rn

  • @ChiefAllah
    @ChiefAllah Рік тому +2

    DraftKings commercials in the middle of the episodes kill the vibes

  • @jaker.3527
    @jaker.3527 Рік тому +3

    Another great episode. Squad don't miss.