Former Middleweight Champion Headlines UFC Seattle Event
Israel Adesanya, the former middleweight champion, is set to headline a significant UFC event in Seattle. He will face Joe Pyfer in the main event scheduled for March 28. This announcement was made by UFC CEO Dana White.
UFC Seattle Event Details
The event, known as UFC Fight Night 271, will take place at the Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington. It will also feature a notable women’s flyweight bout between Alexa Grasso and Rose Namajunas. Fans can watch the event live on Paramount+.
Israel Adesanya’s Recent Performance
Adesanya is currently in a challenging phase of his career. He has lost three consecutive fights and has recorded only one win in his last five Octagon appearances, a trend that began in November 2022. His latest fight was a second-round technical knockout loss to Nassourdine Imavov in February 2025 during the main event in Saudi Arabia.
Adesanya’s Championship Legacy
Adesanya became the middleweight champion in October 2019 after a successful stint in the Octagon. He defended his title five times before losing it to Alex Pereira at UFC 281. This loss had significant repercussions for his career.
Joe Pyfer’s Fight History
Joe Pyfer, nicknamed “Bodybagz,” is an emerging contender in the UFC. He has a record of 6-1 since earning his UFC contract in 2022. Pyfer has turned around his career after a loss to Jack Hermansson at UFC Fight Night 236. He secured victories against notable fighters, including:
- Marc-Andre Barriault
- Kelvin Gastelum
- Abusupiyan Magomedov
This matchup at UFC Seattle presents an opportunity for both fighters to prove their mettle in the octagon. Adesanya aims to stop his losing streak, while Pyfer seeks to continue his climb in the middleweight rankings.
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