In a surprising turn of events, former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping has cast doubt on Israel Adesanya's prospects of competing in future championship fights. Adesanya, who suffered a submission loss to middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis at UFC 305, has now experienced three defeats in his past four appearances.

Acknowledging Adesanya's impressive performance in the fight, Bisping noted the moments of brilliance displayed by "The Last Stylebender" during the bout. Round 3, in particular, showcased Adesanya's technical prowess as he expertly delivered devastating strikes to his opponent. However, despite his commendable efforts, Adesanya ultimately failed to secure victory.

Bisping raised the question of whether Adesanya's championship days are behind him, given his recent string of losses. Reflecting on Adesanya's former dominance, where he engaged in twelve consecutive UFC title fights, Bisping asserted that the current circumstances suggest a different trajectory for the talented fighter.

The former champion drew parallels to other fighters in the sport who continued competing past their prime, citing examples such as Chuck Liddell, Tony Ferguson, and B.J. Penn. Expressing concern for Adesanya's career, Bisping hopes that "The Last Stylebender" does not follow the same path by prolonging his time in the octagon.

Adesanya's recent record highlights a downward trend, with three losses in his last four bouts. This stands in stark contrast to his previous dominance, where he showcased his skills by stopping opponents and successfully defending the middleweight title.

Bisping emphasized the physical and mental toll that a championship run places on a fighter, including the pressure associated with frequent five-round training camps. With these factors in mind, Bisping questioned whether Adesanya is nearing the end of his career, as fighters typically experience only one peak in combat sports.

As Bisping's comments generate speculation within the MMA community, the question remains: Will Adesanya be able to resurrect his championship-winning form, or has his time at the top come to an end? Only time will tell if "The Last Stylebender" can overcome this rough patch and reclaim his status as one of the best middleweight fighters in UFC history.