The UFC world is buzzing as Israel Adesanya prepares for his highly anticipated comeback to the Octagon. The former middleweight champion has been out of action since an unusual three-fight skid, and his return has fans wondering who he will fight next. Two familiar rivals appear to be his primary targets, but for now, it isn’t the fight prep but something else entirely that has left him scarred.

Adesanya’s competitive focus is clear. He told SunSport that he was interested in facing Paulo Costa or running it back with Sean Strickland. He said, “I’m ready to go! …I don’t have to say much [about fighting Costa]. I’d be like, ‘Cool, alright, that sounds fun. [I’d] Give him the chance at redemption like people have done for me as well. And [Sean] Strickland, if he wants to fight, su

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