"Israel Adesanya Proclaimed the Greatest UFC Fighter of All Time"

MMA analyst Chael Sonnen has recently made a bold assertion, claiming that Israel Adesanya has surpassed Jon Jones to become the greatest UFC fighter in history.

Both Adesanya and Jones have remarkable legacies as successful UFC champions, overcoming significant challenges throughout their careers. Although Jones has long been considered the GOAT by many, Adesanya has been tirelessly striving to claim that title.

The two fighters have had a rivalry of sorts, but recent events seem to have put any animosity to rest. During a recent interview, Chael Sonnen shared his thoughts on how Adesanya and Jones compare in terms of greatness.

“Jon Jones and Izzy, they’ve got this weird thing going back and forth,” Sonnen said.

“They’re not going to fight. They’re separated not by one weight class, they’re (separated) by two weight classes. They both want to claim that they’re the best, and they’re both gaining a lot of supporters who believe in their claims. Ultimately, history will be the judge. The popular opinion of the people will settle this debate for good.”

Sonnen firmly believes that Adesanya has risen above the rest. He pointed out Adesanya’s recent performance at UFC 290, highlighting the attention and hype the Nigerian-born fighter commands. Adesanya's ability to draw significant financial gains and attention has even been compared to that of Conor McGregor, a legendary figure in the sport.

According to Sonnen, Jones has never played the same game as Adesanya, and this could prove to be a mistake for him in the long run. Sonnen envisions a future where Adesanya's name will be synonymous with greatness, surpassing even Jones' legacy.

“Izzy’s beating him. Ten years from now, when you’re looking back and trying to tell the story, you’re not going to be saying Jon Jones. You’re going to be saying Adesanya.”

As the debate over the greatest UFC fighter continues, one thing remains certain - Israel Adesanya has carved out an extraordinary path in the octagon, gathering a passionate following and accolades that cement his position among the sport’s elite.

Only time will tell how history will remember this chapter of UFC, but for Chael Sonnen, the answer is already crystal clear - Adesanya stands at the pinnacle of UFC greatness.