“I Wish…” – Having Missed Out on UFC 293 of His Own Accord, Disheartened Joe Rogan Makes a Confession on Sean Strickland’s Win Over Israel Adesanya

UFC 293 delivered on its promise of excitement and surprises – with Sean Strickland claiming the UFC Middleweight Championship title by defeating former champ and betting favorite Israel Adesanya. While the world was captivated by this intense showdown, there was one person missing from the scene – UFC commentator Joe Rogan.

Missing the epic clash between ‘Izzy’ and ‘Tarzan’ at UFC 293 seems to have stirred emotions in Rogan. The intensity and significance of the fight have now led him to question his decision not to grace the event with his presence. Moreover, in a surprising confession, the JRE host has opened up about his regret at missing UFC 293. So what is the 56-year-old UFC commentator’s confession about missing the Middleweight title clash? Let’s find out!

Joe Rogan regrets missing UFC 293 Middleweight clash

In a surprising confession, Joe Rogan opened up about his regret at missing UFC 293 on a podcast episode for “Extra Thicc.” He joined Brendan Schaub and a host of other guests – as they discussed the thrilling moments from the UFC 293 PPV event.

Reflecting on ‘Tarzan’s victory, Rogan couldn’t help but express his admiration and regret for missing the historic moment. He declared, “Unbelievable! He fu**ing did it! That wild motherf**ker – Middleweight Champion of the world. God – I wish I was there! I wish I was there for that.”

Moreover, Rogan’s acknowledgment of Israel Adesanya’s performance reflects his impartiality and respect for both fighters. Forwarding his POV, the JRE host quipped, “Yeah, good for Izzy… It’s hard to swallow… Get a microphone on these guys! If I was there, I’d get [the microphone to these guys].”

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The 56-year-old also appreciated the sportsmanship and grace displayed by the Middleweights, concluding, “Oh look at that – that’s beautiful! That’s beautiful… I love that – I love that! Good class and defeat – holy shit!”

Why did Joe Rogan miss out on commentating at UFC 293?

Joe Rogan’s recent contemplation about missing UFC 293 hints at a change of heart regarding his decision. While he originally made a deliberate choice not to attend the event, it now appears that he’s feeling disheartened about missing out on what turned out to be an incredible showdown.

What’s more – Rogan’s initial decision to skip the event was driven by his desire to lead a balanced life. He juggles various commitments, including spending quality time with his family, pursuing his stand-up comedy career, and hosting his popular podcast, “The Joe Rogan Experience.”

To achieve this balance, he had chosen not to travel internationally to cover live UFC events, except for the ones hosted within the United States. However, missing the epic clash between Adesanya and Strickland at UFC 293 seems to have stirred emotions in Rogan. Likewise, the intensity and significance of the fight may have led him to question whether he should have been there to witness it firsthand.

This contemplation reflects Rogan’s deep passion for mixed martial arts and his genuine attachment to the sport. It’s a reminder that even for someone who has seen so many fights in person, there are moments in the fight that are truly hard to miss. What do you make of Joe Rogan’s confession? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!

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