**Israel Adesanya's UFC Future Revealed: Coach Eugene Bareman Drops Major Update**

  

**Auckland, NZ** – UFC fans received long-awaited clarity about **Israel Adesanya’s fighting future**, as his head coach **Eugene Bareman** broke his silence in an exclusive interview. The former middleweight champion has been on hiatus since his **shocking loss to Sean Strickland** in 2024, sparking speculation about his next move.  

**Key Takeaways:**  

✔ **Comeback Confirmed?** Bareman hinted at Adesanya’s **2025 return**, teasing a "bigger, sharper" version of "The Last Stylebender."  

✔ **Potential Opponents:** A **rematch with Strickland** or a **clash against rising star Khamzat Chimaev** is in discussion.  

✔ **Mindset Shift:** Adesanya is reportedly **reinventing his training approach** after recent setbacks.  

 **Why It Matters:**  

- **Middleweight Division on Hold:** Adesanya’s return could **shake up the title picture**, possibly setting up a **Dricus du Plessis trilogy**.  

- **Fan Demand:** With **4.5M Instagram followers**, his comeback will be a **PPV blockbuster**.  

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📌 **Source:** [MMA Junkie](https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2025/04/ufc-israel-adesanya-future-update-eugene-bareman)