Adesanya reclaims UFC middleweight crown with stunning win over Pereira

Israel Adesanya secures long-awaited victory over rival Alex Pereira at UFC 287. Adesanya's history against Pereira: 0-3, with two KOs. Pereira won their last match at UFC 281 to claim middleweight title, and had also defeated Adesanya twice in kickboxing.

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Despite peers' doubts, Adesanya's decision to seek an immediate rematch pays off with middleweight title win over Pereira.

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Masvidal's losing streak continues with unanimous decision loss to Burns, while Font scores upset with first-round KO of Yanez.

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Holland's KO victory over Ponzinibbio sets up Masvidal call-out after pre-fight verbal dispute.

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Hyped prospect Raul Rosas Jr. suffers unanimous decision loss to Christian Rodriguez in PPV opener.

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