In a case of mistaken identity that has the internet in stitches, UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya shared a comical encounter with a taxi driver who confused him with someone quite different from the world of combat sports.
According to Adesanya’s social media post, the mix-up occurred during what seemed to be a routine taxi ride when the driver excitedly recognized Adesanya as “the famous New Zealand UFC fighter.” When asked to specify which fighter he was thinking of, the driver confidently responded, “Iggy Azalea.”
Iggy Azalea is an Australian female rapper known for hits like ‘Fancy,’ not a male UFC fighter from New Zealand. Adesanya, taken aback by the confusion, politely corrected the driver, saying, “No, no, no. Wrong guy, sorry bro.”
The humorous exchange, which Adesanya shared on social media, has gone viral, garnering thousands of likes and comments from amused fans and fellow celebrities. The UFC champion seemed to take the case of mistaken identity in good spirits, even acknowledging the humor in the situation.
In a follow-up comment, Adesanya joked on his post caption, “Tbh…we are two of Oceania’s biggest exports,” accompanied by laughing emojis and the hashtag “#ANZACUNITED,” referring to the Australia-New Zealand connection.
The video has sparked a wave of playful responses online. One commenter wrote, “My man said Iggy Azalea with so much confidence.” Another joked, “He’ll now be able to tell others he met Iggy Azalea.”
Adesanya is one of the UFC’s most recognizable stars, known for his striking expertise and championship reign in the middleweight division, while Azalea has made a big mark in the music industry.
