PARIS – Many have criticized UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya for his recent performances – but Robert Whittaker won’t. Adesanya (23-1 MMA, 12-1 UFC) has gone the distance in his past three title defenses, including a close decision win over Whittaker at UFC 271 in February. Whittaker (24-6 MMA, 15-4 UFC), who’s come up short to Adesanya twice, was asked about Adesanya being dubbed a “boring” fighter and but said he can’t fault him as long as he’s getting his hand raised. “I’m pretty sure he’s just paid to win,” Whittaker told MMA Junkie and other reporters post-fight at UFC Fight Night 209. “You know, and that’s the most important thing whether it’s boring or not. You can have the most exciting fight of the night.
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