Adesanya Faces Critical UFC Seattle Bout Amid Retirement Speculation
Israel Adesanya is scheduled to compete against Joe Pyfer this Saturday in the main event of UFC Seattle. This fight is significant for Adesanya, a former two-time middleweight champion, who has experienced three consecutive losses.
Cejudo Predicts Potential Retirement for Adesanya
Former two-division champion Henry Cejudo discussed Adesanya's upcoming fight on the Pound-4-Pound podcast, offering a strong prediction regarding its outcome.
Cejudo stated that a loss to Pyfer could lead to Adesanya's retirement, especially if he is finished.
He indicated that if Adesanya is defeated, particularly if he is finished, it could mark the end of his career. Cejudo drew parallels to his own career, suggesting that a lack of desire due to focus on other pursuits, such as DJing and other activities for Adesanya, can influence a fighter's decision to retire.
Drawing From Personal Experience
Cejudo retired from MMA after a four-fight losing streak, noting that he realized it was time to step away multiple fights prior to his final match.
He attributes the decision not to a decline in talent, but to a shift in desire and allocation of time to other interests and a specific lifestyle.
Cejudo believes that if Adesanya loses this Saturday, this will be his final fight.