Khamzat Chimaev believes Israel Adesanya has lost his hunger since becoming UFC middleweight champion.
Adesanya has been criticised for his recent title defences against Robert Whittaker and Jared Cannonier this year. The Nigerian-born Kiwi outpointed Whittaker in their rematch and also went five rounds against Cannonier at UFC 276, with many fans leaving the arena before the final round of the fight.
The lacklustre decision wins are a far contrast to the highlight-reel finishes Adesanya showed early on in his UFC career, with the middleweight king also being remembered for his 2019 Fight of the Year against Kelvin Gastelum. Chimaev, who has called out Adesanya on several occasions, appreciates his rival is "doing his job" but admits his recent fights have been underwhelming.
