Israel Adesanya has never been one to back down from adversity, and despite suffering his third consecutive defeat, the former UFC middleweight champion is making it clear—this is not the end.

The 35-year-old took to social media after his second-round TKO loss to Nassourdine Imavov at UFC Fight Night 250 in Saudi Arabia, showing the same resilience that made him a two-time champion. “As real as it gets, @ufc. Rolled the dice…snake eyes. I’ll be back, gone to get some milk,” Adesanya wrote, signaling that he’s far from done.

While his latest setback adds another chapter to a challenging year—following losses to Sean Strickland and Dricus du Plessis—Adesanya has proven time and time again that he thrives under pressure.

He started strong against Imavov, attacking with sharp low kicks and controlling the range before the French fighter landed a powerful hook that changed the momentum. Though Adesanya showed his signature toughness by weathering the storm in the first round, Imavov capitalized early in the second, landing a huge right hand and finishing with an uppercut and ground strikes.

For Adesanya, it was the first time in six years he entered the octagon without a title on the line, a testament to his dominance in the sport. His record now stands at 24 wins (16 knockouts) and four losses, but his legacy remains intact.

Despite some fans urging him to retire, many others continue to back him. “You’ve gone nowhere, champ! Rest up and get straight back to it,” one supporter commented. Another praised his sportsmanship, saying, “It’s always a pleasure to watch you perform. Being humble in defeat is a big lesson to these younger guys.”

Even in the face of adversity, Adesanya remains a fan favorite. His ability to embrace both victory and defeat with grace has set him apart as one of the sport’s most respected figures.

Meanwhile, for Imavov (15-4), this win could propel him into the title conversation, adding another impressive victory to his growing resume.

As for Adesanya, his message is clear—this isn’t a farewell. It’s just another challenge to overcome. And if his past comebacks are any indication, fans might just witness another chapter of greatness from ‘The Last Stylebender’ soon.