"WELCOME TO THE PARTY!" Israel Adesanya's Iconic NZ Sportsman of the Year Halberg Acceptance Speech 

For real Izzy is super humble. Met him out in Ponsonby one night, we went up to him to have a chat, he offered us a seat next to him and his mates (who were all just regular working lads), had a yarn, cracked jokes, asked us about what we do and genuinely listened, insisted on paying for his drinks at the bar when the bartender wanted to give him free booze and then went to the dance floor and partied with all the normal people, without trying to flex. Dude made time for every drunk idiot that came up to him chatting shit in his ear too. Mad respect.

Great speech, Israel. What a man and a warrior. Kiwis flying high!

The one white guy who stood up and clapped he’s invited to the cookout 😂😂

Very confident and free spirit he said it all from the heart without hiding any shit he owes nobody any dime!

Israel "understand that" Adesanya😂😂😂😂

What a personality man..💯

Mad respect Izzy You make me proud to be a Kiwi & I ain't even Kiwi.

I had no idea he was from NZ he spoke so humble I love this guy

Gotta respect a man that speaks from his heart. Even if he may come off arrogant or cringe worthy at times, he’s honest and doesn’t hold back his feelings. Respect

My man can talk, fight and dance..! He has it all Good man !

The flying black kiwi🇳🇬🇳🇿😎

you know he must have worn that suit to match his car lmao

Well deserved! If I win, you win! 🖤🇳🇿

I was guilty of pre-judging Izzy as just another Narcissist/poser like Jon Jones, but the more I watch him the more I like and respect him. He has a strong ego, but that is fine. But he isn't a major A-hole cheat like Jones. He also isn't faking like he is a hard core Christian. He is genuinely sincere and funny. Not to mention a hell of a fighter. I wish him well vs Steroid Man.

And this is what the world is scared of! An awaken, warrior, no fear, look you in the eye, straight talking, powerful black man. ✊🏾ADESANYA!!!! 😃

Damn this shit actually gave me chills “if I win YOU WIN” aye Izzy turned me into a fan with that mentality

Style Bender lighting up the room again! Great speech, very empowering and fantastic delivery!!

Its about time they recognize this kid! *He is that kid*

This dude when he was about to cuss but remembered his on live TV "Censorship, where's the swear jar ?, nah fuck it" lmfao

1:51 edibles finally kicked in

izzy loved by all kiwis

I was clinching all of my muscles ready to cringe. But, this man surprised with his high sense of eloquence. I also like the acknowledgment of the fact that this is 'nothing new' and the media was snoring all long.

Congratulations Champ

I love how great he made his parents feel..they must so proud of him that great day

That was a great speech from a great champion!😊💪

"how long do i have...khm..." 😂 black dragon is the king 🖤 cheers from europe guys!!

I’m from LA California I appreciate this man very much 🙏

Spoke words of truth, love it! Thanks Champ, for representing Kiwis all over the globe 💯🙌❤

He DESERVES EVERYTHING HE GET$!! RESPECT GIVEN.

Never a dull moment wt Izzy,a true showman and a good role model.

What a speech ! Hats off to him.... Great fighter, amazing entertainer....

You are witnessing greatness here💯

Israel adesanya making peeps feel proud. Nice one bro

Adesanya we love you...

Bro respected the Samoans 🇼🇸🇼🇸🇼🇸🇼🇸🇼🇸🇦🇸🇦🇸🇦🇸🇦🇸

We love you izzy! When you win we win! All the best black kiwi. Keep shining bright uso!

Izzy: A man full of confidence; A knowledgeable sportsman 🇳🇬💪🏾 What a speech 🎤 👏🏾

That's our Naruto in orange suit!!

Bmhuge love and respect for my country. NZ. My P.E tracher at my school used to be in the black sticks NZ hockey team

Amazing Champ just UNIQUE!

this guy get some 'Muhammad Ali' in him

1 million likes to that Stylebender

My man, shot izzy, you keep keepin on bro and do what you do e hoa

Naija 🇳🇬 forever! ✊🏿

“One outs” “straight up” love this dude 🔥

That's my guy ✊🏿🙏🏾

The Master Great speech Adesanya your parent look so proud of you. Respect.

Real talk from the man himself.

A+ Speech

This guy is a badass. Defeniton of being himself

Now that's a great speech about NZ being warriors atleast he proud of the maori culture respect

He's amazing! represent...

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When camera was on audience lsaw few faces seems angry and salty

Not just a fighter, an orator too

LEGEND! RESPECT!

Well deserved win for Israel Adesanya, he's one of the best UFC fighters, so entertaining in the octagon, talented, respectful, true inspiration 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

That blazer is 🔥

Izzy im proud of you you the men

What a speech!

Watching adensaya is like watching neo in the matrix. The dudes faith can move mountains

Fa his words a strong and powerful

We love u man

The bast for you brother.

Best speech from an mma fighter ever

What a speech man, this guy doesn't give a f about how people think of him and speaks what he wants. The true sportsman❤️

Wonderful.

That old guy at 3:04 seems little Salty.. lol :D

I love brother your the man

What a good man

Too good brother

It's definitely gonna be a sad day for AOTEAROA when this guy leaves this earth.

Even the great Mr Williams had a chuckle there boy

Motivation speaker !

Wow! Another word, stay true to the game.

Izzy always keep real.

If I win, we win. Damn I felt that

U r de MAN**** we are proud of you 🇿🇦

0:17 Mark "Super Samoan" Hunt, Jason "Physcho" Suttie, Shane "Mountain Warrior" Cameron,

Verbal prowess..🔥🔥

I love this speech

Nigeria 🇳🇬 to the world 🌎

I fucking love this guy bruh

JEEEEZ I watch the UFC and im from NZ love his work so much I think he is the best middle weight in the world I am a Maori 14 year old

BY SUBMISSION 4 ROUND...I LOVE YOU GÒD BLESS

How fucking cool is this man

Honesty , Israel Adesanya is a replica of Mohammed Ali . Confident , fearless & most uncommon humble athlete . No matter how monstrous his opponent may look like , he's never intimidated , he would look straight into their eyes without fear & give them the warning he was going to dismantle them in the ring , he never fails . He's like a tiger in the ring . He beats you up & later embrace you & raise up your hand to be s winner . I could see this guy becoming one of the athletes the world has never produced .

How do you become a kiwi?

Dude at 2:22 was feeling attacked lmao

Not a fan of izzy... At all... But this... This might just have turned me a fan. Well done izzy. From an aussie.

RESPECT !

ADEEEE 👍👍👍💪💪💪👏👏👏

Full video ? Where

Peace😤🔥🔥

Very charismatic!

Put this guy in a movie

O-mazing ... 👏👏👏

If Iz ran for president, he's got my vote, it'll be the most lit election ever 💥

Your the man g 2024 youll be back 💯💯💯💯

Wow!