Israel Adesanya and Kelvin Gastelum were officially inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2025, recognized for their 2019 fight where Adesanya won the interim middleweight title. While Adesanya reflected on the fight's historic significance, he downplayed its immediate impact on his life. Gastelum emphasized that he learned more about Adesanya during the bout, particularly in the high-stakes fifth round, showcasing the deep resilience of his opponent. Both fighters acknowledged the crucial role of their teams in their success, highlighting the collective effort in combat sports.
"After being in the cage, I was just hungry. I wanted to eat, and wanted to sleep... it was history in the making."
"It takes a village, and all of us together... a rising tide lifts all ships. When we all rise, we shine."
"I learned more about him than I learned about me in that fight, for sure."
"We learned a lot about him and how he came out in that fifth round and really leveled up."
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