Biggest Rivalry Matchup – “I Don’t Apologize”

Michael Angove, one of Israel Adesanya’s trainers at City Kickboxing in New Zealand, has given credit to Dricus Du Plessis for his strategic comments, suggesting that they were a deliberate attempt to stir the pot. Angove believes that these remarks have significantly heightened the anticipation for Du Plessis’ upcoming fight against Adesanya, set to take place at UFC 305 on August 17 in Perth, Australia.

Du Plessis’ Intentional Comments

In a recent interview with The Scrap, Angove discussed how Du Plessis’ comments over a year ago were calculated to elicit a strong reaction from Adesanya.

“Dricus is many things, but he isn’t stupid. That was a calculated statement,” Angove said.

He explained that Adesanya, with his deep connection to Nigeria, would inevitably react strongly to Du Plessis’ claim about being the first true African champion.

Strategic Marketing and Mind Games

Angove highlighted the importance of both selling the fight and emotional manipulation in MMA.

He stated, “That’s the nature of the fight game, it’s smart. Everyone plays both marketing and mind games and at the highest level, those things can make a difference.”

He drew parallels to past fighters like Conor McGregor, noting the impact of mental games on their performances. Angove praised Du Plessis for effectively building up the fight to a much higher level than it might have been otherwise.

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Rising Tensions and Fight Anticipation

The tension between Du Plessis and Adesanya has been building up, especially after their intense faceoff at the UFC 305 press conference in Perth. Both fighters have not held back in their verbal exchanges, adding more fuel to the fire of this highly anticipated bout. The fight card for UFC 305 includes other notable matchups, such as Kai Kara-France versus Steve Erceg and Tai Tuivasa facing Jairzinho Rozenstruik, making it a must-watch event for MMA fans.

Conclusion

Michael Angove’s insights shed light on the psychological and promotional aspects that are crucial in high-stakes MMA fights. As UFC 305 approaches, the world watches eagerly to see how this rivalry unfolds and who will emerge victorious in what promises to be one of the biggest matches of the year.

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