Canadian rapper Drake bet on Israel Adesanya the UFC middleweight champion and now he can finally breathe a sigh of relief. Known for his love of sports betting, Drake has had his share of losses, including a substantially staggering sum of $1.6 million from Adesanya’s previous defeat against Alex Pereira.
However, in a thrilling rematch at UFC 287, Adesanya, also known as “The Last Stylebender,” has flipped the script and emerged victorious, breaking the infamous Drake curse and making him win $2.7 million.
Drake’s fans are buzzing on Twitter about his recent betting success. Some are lauding him for his impressive profits with comments such as, “If that’s a curse, then curse me please”, while others are poking fun at his previous losses.
If that’s a curse, then curse me please 😂😂😂 pic.twitter.com/ZtLtiajqSK
— My Beautiful Dark Twisted Browns 🟧 (@ZeroDarkYeezus) April 9, 2023
Drake Bet on Israel Adesanya and his Epic Win at UFC 287 Silences Doubters
Despite this setback, Drake maintained faith in Adesanya and placed his bet of $885,000 on Isreal to win, with another $400,000 wagered on a win via knockout. Adesanya, determined to prove his doubters wrong, seized the moment and delivered heavy strikes that knocked Pereira out cold, earning Drake a massive win of over $2 million.
Team Drizzy clearly is keeping a close eye on his betting adventures, with a mix of adulation, and playful teasing in their tweets.
1.325m in Total Profit, take out what he loss with Masvidal and what he put in for Izzy from the Initial 1.4m he started for both fights! all accounting!!!!
— dandyjefe (@Dandyjefe) April 9, 2023
Adesanya’s victory at UFC 287 demonstrated his talent and tenacity. Having been undefeated in the middleweight division for years, Adesanya silenced his critics and washed away the stain on his legacy caused by his previous losses to Pereira. His post-fight celebration and speech had the crowd on their feet, and he received calls from fighters like Khamzat Chimaev and Jan Blachowicz for future bouts.
Adesanya’s Next Move: Drake’s Redemption and the Exciting Future of UFC Middleweight Division
In the post-fight press conference, Adesanya hinted at a desire to fight an unnamed middleweight in Africa, sparking speculation among fans that it might be Dricus Du Plessis due to recent comments. Nevertheless, no official announcement has yet been made, leading fans to assume about Adesanya’s prospective actions.
To sum it up, Drake’s redemption at UFC 287 through Adesanya’s impressive victory against Pereira has broken the Drake curse and showcased Adesanya’s skill and determination. As the UFC middleweight division awaits Adesanya’s next opponent, fans can expect more thrilling fights and high-stakes bets in the world of combat sports. The only question now on everyone’s mind is: When is the next Drake bet on Israel Adesanya?
