Israel Adesanya vs Yoel Romero
Israel Adesanya vs Yoel Romero: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Israel Adesanya and Yoel Romero?
Adesanya's rivalry with Romero is one of the most notable in the world of MMA. The two fighters have a long history of competing against each other, with Adesanya emerging victorious in their first encounter.
Israel Adesanya
Key numbers
- Wins24
- Losses6
- Knockout Wins16
- Decision Wins8
- Fights30
Top honours
- UFC Middleweight Champion2019-2020
- Glory Middleweight Contender Tournament Winner2016
- King in the Ring Cruiserweights II Tournament Winner2014
- King in the Ring Cruiserweights III Tournament Winner2015
- The Heavyweights III Tournament Winner2015
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Yoel Romero
Yoel Romero is a leading contemporary in the sport — head-to-head meetings with this athlete are among the most closely followed in the era.