“Choose a partner who is good for you. Not for your image. Not for your bank account. Choose someone who will make your life emotionally fulfilling.” Though this sentiment is often attributed to various sources, it resonates strongly in the 21st century, where marriage may not be everyone’s goal, but healthy relationships are still deeply valued. Modern relationships can sometimes feel like a hunt, reflecting the challenges of navigating emotional connections. This rings true for UFC middleweight Israel Adesanya, whose public breakup with ex-girlfriend Charlotte Powdrell in 2023 caught widespread attention.

Following their split, the fallout between the two sparked intense public interest. So, what exactly transpired between the Kiwi couple? Let’s take a closer look.

Who is Israel Adesanya’s ex-girlfriend Charlotte Powdrell & Why did she Sue the UFC star?

Charlotte Powdrell, a real estate broker and former nurse, was once a significant part of Israel Adesanya’s life. The couple first caught public attention when ‘Izzy’, fresh off his dominant title defense against Robert Whittaker—where he delivered a brutal knockout—was seen in a photoshoot with Powdrell. However, their relationship came to an end in 2020, and the Nigerian-Kiwi stopped sharing any pictures of her on social media.

In 2023, ‘The Last Stylebender’ finally shed light on their breakup, revealing that Powdrell had taken him to court, seeking half of his wealth, estimated to be between $4 to $6 million. But here’s the twist—Israel Adesanya and Powdrell were never married. So what was the basis of her claim? She argued that they had “dated for too long.”

Many found this demand unjustified, including former UFC bantamweight champion Sean O’Malley, who dismissed it outright: “Izzy’s ex-girlfriend, they’re not married, right, wants half of his earnings. It’s hard to say, maybe they were together for many years, and she supported him in various ways, but wanting half seems unreasonable.” However, despite his struggles in love, Israel Adesanya remained hopeful about finding the right partner.

Israel Adesanya’s current Partner Shana Evers

“Sometimes things have to fall apart to make way for better things,” said Ted Mosby, a fictional character from the hit TV show How I Met Your Mother. Although fictional, this quote deeply resonated with Israel Adesanya following a challenging period in his personal life, especially after his breakup with Charlotte Powdrell. For a time, he struggled with a negative perspective on women, but that changed when he became close to Australian model and entrepreneur Shana Evers.

This time around, the Nigerian-Kiwi isn’t in a rush to thrust their relationship into the public eye, choosing to keep it out of the spotlight. However, despite his efforts to keep it private, Shana, who owns the swimsuit brand Salt Gypsy and an online platform for creating 3D custom avatars for women in the metaverse, has a presence that’s hard to conceal.

While the couple has yet to officially confirm their relationship, we might catch a glimpse of them today at UFC Fight Night 250 at the ANB Arena in Riyadh. Israel Adesanya will face off against the rising Dagestani prospect, Nassourdine Imavov, as he looks to bounce back from two consecutive losses to his opponent, who is currently riding a three-fight win streak. Stay tuned for further updates.