Israel Adesanya Set for Comeback Against Shara Magomedov in December

Israel Adesanya is expected to make his return to the octagon against Shara Magomedov at the UFC event in Saudi Arabia on December 5, 2026. This matchup has raised concerns among fans regarding Adesanya's future in the sport, especially after his recent struggles.

Adesanya's last fight ended in a second-round TKO loss to Joe Pyfer on March 28, 2026, marking his fourth consecutive defeat. This streak has led to discussions about whether the former two-time middleweight champion should consider retirement.

In preparation for this fight, Adesanya has changed his training environment, parting ways with his longtime coach Eugene Bareman and joining Alex Volkanovski's team in Sydney. Fans are divided, with many believing that a loss to Magomedov, who is currently unranked, could signal the end of Adesanya's career.