Israel Adesanya Hit With Six-Month Driving Ban, Fine In New Zealand DUI Case

Israel Adesanya was simply punished for his DUI in New Zealand … however he left the courtroom apparently in an excellent temper — ‘trigger issues may’ve been an entire lot worse for the UFC star.

The 34-year-old fighter appeared in Auckland District Courtroom on Wednesday morning concerning allegations that he had pushed drunk within the metropolis again on Aug. 19.

Police stated that after stopping Adesanya, he instructed them he had two cocktails earlier than getting behind the wheel. Cops added he had a blood alcohol studying of 87 milligrams per 100 millilitres — properly over the authorized restrict of fifty milligrams per 100 millilitres.

He was going through a punishment of as much as three months behind bars for it. However, he and his lawyer requested for a lighter sentence.

Adesanya’s lawyer claimed a conviction within the case would have an effect on his sponsorship offers — doubtlessly costing him six figures. He additionally argued {that a} conviction may forestall Adesanya from touring to Canada for UFC 297 later this month.

Happily for Adesanya, the choose did seem to go simple on him — as based on Stuff.co.nz, he opted to not convict the previous champ. However, he did hit The Stylebender with a six-month driving ban and a $1,500 high quality.

Adesanya had previously apologized for his position within the case … saying in an announcement, “I am disappointed with my decision to drive. It was wrong. I know that people might follow me and I want them to know I do not think this behaviour is acceptable.”