Israel Adesanya's knockout loss at UFC Saudi Arabia has sent shockwaves across the MMA community, but none are feeling the pain more than his self-proclaimed number one fan.
The fan, who has been a die-hard supporter of Adesanya since his early days in the UFC, took to social media to express his devastation and heartbreak after watching his idol suffer a brutal stoppage defeat.
Adesanya, the two-time middleweight champion, was looking to bounce back from his previous loss, but it seemed like the odds were against him from the start. Despite his valiant efforts, he was caught with a devastating combination that left him crashing to the canvas.
The crowd was left stunned, and Adesanya's fans were left wondering what had just happened. But for his number one fan, the pain was all too real. The fan, who has been following Adesanya's career since his early days, had invested his heart and soul into the fighter and was confident that he would emerge victorious.
The fan's Twitter thread, which has since gone viral, shows the emotional rollercoaster he experienced as he watched the fight unfold. From the initial excitement and confidence to the utter despair and devastation, the fan's emotions were on full display for the world to see.
As the news of Adesanya's loss spread, the MMA community came together to offer their support and condolences to the fallen champion. But for his number one fan, the pain of defeat was still too raw to process.
Despite the setback, Adesanya's fans remain hopeful that their idol will bounce back stronger than ever. And as for his number one fan, he has vowed to continue supporting Adesanya through thick and thin, even in the face of adversity.
The UFC Saudi Arabia event was a highly anticipated one, with several high-profile fights on the card. But for Adesanya's fans, the night will be remembered for all the wrong reasons. As the MMA community looks to the future, one thing is certain - Israel Adesanya will be back, and his fans will be waiting with bated breath to see what he does next.