UFC 281 -- Israel Adesanya vs. Alex Pereira: Results, fight card, highlights, complete guide (2024)

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The latest card in New York City did not disappoint as two titles changed hands

By Brent Brookhouse

• 2 min read

UFC 281 -- Israel Adesanya vs. Alex Pereira: Results, fight card, highlights, complete guide (2)

There truly is just something special about Madison Square Garden in New York City. The world's most famous arena has played host to some of the most epic events of all time, and Saturday was just the latest chapter in that historic story. UFC 281 gave fights fans all they could ask for with dramatic swings in momentum, thunderous knockouts and slick submissions.

The main event saw a new champion rise as Alex Pereira stunned Israel Adesanya late to earn the middleweight crown. Adesanya was in control of the bout over four rounds, including a late shot at the end of the first that appeared to have the challenger out on his feet. Needing a finish to earn the victory, Pereira delivered just that in the waning moments.

Elsewhere on the card, Zhang Weili regained her crown as women's strawweight champion with a second-round submission of Carla Esparza. Weili dominated the grappling exchanges before locking up the rear-naked choke. Weili, Esparza and Rose Namajunas have now traded the belt among themselves in the last three fights.

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And Dustin Poirier and Michael Chandler delivered an action-classic before Poirier secured the late submission.

CBS Sports was with you throughout fight week with the latest news, in-depth features and betting advice to consider. Thanks for stopping by and we'll see you at UFC 282 in Las Vegas in December.

UFC 281 fight card, odds

  • Alex Pereira def. Israel Adesanya (c) via fifth-round TKO (punches)
  • Weili Zhang def. Carla Esparza (c)via second-round submission (rear-naked choke)
  • Dustin Poirier def. Michael Chandler via third-round submission (rear-naked choke)
  • Chris Gutierrez def. Frankie Edgar via first-round knockout (knee)
  • Dan Hooker def. Claudio Puelles via second-round knockout (body kick)
  • Renato Moicano def. Brad Riddell via first-round submission (rear naked choke)
  • Ryan Spann def. Dominick Reyes via first-round knockout (punch)
  • Erin Blanchfield def. Molly McCann via first-round submission (kimura)
  • Andre Petroski def. Wellington Turman via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
  • Matt Frevola def. Ottman Azaitar via first-round knockout (punch)
  • Karolina Kowalkiewicz def. Silvana Gomez Juarez via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)
  • Michael Trizano def. Choi Seung-woo via first-round TKO (punches)
  • Montel Jackson def. Julio Arce via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 29-28)
  • Carlos Ulberg def. Nicolae Negumereanu via first-round TKO (punches)

UFC 281 countdown, recap

  • Campbell: The Magic of Madison Square Garden returns among top takeaways
  • Mahjouri: Top fights to make for the stars of UFC 281
  • Staff predictions and expert picks for the main card
  • Morning Kombat: Adesanya says he 'cleared the way' for Pereira
  • Campbell: Poirier, Chandler battle with one last shot at gold on the line
  • Brookhouse: Best bets to consider on the main card
  • Mahjouri:How Edgar inspired many over his legendary career
  • Brookhouse: Three keys to victory for Pereira against Adesanya
  • Mahjouri: Undercard fights to watch in New York City
  • Campbell:Five biggest storylines to follow this week

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UFC 281 -- Israel Adesanya vs. Alex Pereira: Results, fight card, highlights, complete guide (2024)

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UFC 281 -- Israel Adesanya vs. Alex Pereira: Results, fight card, highlights, complete guide? ›

Pereira faces Israel Adesanya on 12 November 2022 at UFC 281 in New York City, New York, United States. This match was for the UFC Middleweight Championship. Pereira won the bout via technical knockout in the fifth round.

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Who won between Izzie and Alex? ›

The former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya finally defeated Alex Pereira at UFC 287: Pereira vs. Adesanya 2.

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How many times did Israel Adesanya lose to Alex Pereira? ›

Israel Adesanya has had three losses against Alex Pereira, which includes two kickboxing and one mixed martial arts match. However, Adesanya won his last fight against Pereira via KO at UFC 287 on April 8, 2023.

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Who is the favorite to win Adesanya vs Pereira? ›

The stakes are high for his combat sports legacy. Despite the loss in November, Adesanya is a slight betting favorite (-135) against Pereira (+115) at DraftKings Sportsbook. We believe this fight is rightfully about 50-50, but we'd lean toward Pereira if we were making a bet here due to the plus-money odds.

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Who won out of Adesanya? ›

Main Event: Sean Strickland defeats Israel Adesanya by Unanimous Decision (49-46, 49-46, 49-46) Sean Strickland is the new UFC middleweight champion after venturing to Sydney and out-working Israel Adesanya over five rounds.

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Who did Alex cheat on Izzie with? ›

Alex Karev On Izzie Stevens

He also ended up cheating on Izzie Stevens with the nurse Olivia after he let the pressures of the burgeoning relationship get to him. Alex found himself unable to commit and open up to Izzie, and he hooked up with Olivia instead.

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How rich is Israel Adesanya? ›

Career Earnings and Net Worth

As of January 2024, Israel Adesanya's estimated net worth is $6 million, a substantial increase from the previously reported $4 million. Adesanya's primary source of wealth is his career as a professional MMA fighter, including his fight earnings, PPV points, and endorsement deals.

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Who has Adesanya lost too? ›

Israel Adesanya Record: 24-3-0
W/LFighterStr
lossIsrael Adesanya Sean Strickland94 137
winIsrael Adesanya Alex Pereira41 49
lossIsrael Adesanya Alex Pereira86 91
winIsrael Adesanya Jared Cannonier116 90
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Who did Alex Pereira lose too? ›

Israel Adesanya

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How much did Alex Pereira make against Adesanya? ›

In his first and only (unsuccessful) title defense (against Israel Adesanya at UFC 287), Pereira earned $1,767,000. This is also his highest UFC payout yet. In his first PPV main event at UFC 281 against 'Izzy,' UFC handed the Brazilian fighter a paycheck of $682,000 for his title-winning performance.

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What happens between Izzie and Alex? ›

Season 6, Episode 12, "I Like You So Much Better When You're Naked" - Alex Ends The Relationship With Izzie, And She Leaves For Good. Izzie leaves Grey's Anatomy in season 6 after attempting to fix her relationship with Alex.

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Who did Alex Karev beat up in GREY's anatomy? ›

Meredith also quickly realizes that Alex was in fact the one who beat Deluca. She covers for him and the two continue to lie to everyone in the hospital about Alex's actions.

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Why did Izzie leave Alex after she got fired? ›

During the budget cuts at Seattle Grace, Izzie accidentally administered an incorrect dosage of medicine to a patient, causing her not to get a much-needed kidney transplant. This caused Chief Webber to fire her. Thinking Alex was partly to blame, Izzie wrote him a letter and left. Alex and Izzie say goodbye.

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Who does Alex marry after Izzie? ›

Alex and Izzie's love story seemingly came to an end when cancer survivor Izzie was last seen in Season 6 leaving Seattle after Alex refused to resume their marriage. Alex eventually moved on, marrying Jo Wilson (Camilla Luddington).

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