Adesanya vs Pereira - Rob Whittaker REACTS! UFC 287 Reactions | MMArcade Podcast (Episode 5)

[@MMArcadePodcast]

Hey everyone, in this episode we had some technical issues with the video going in and out of sync between myself and Rob. Did our best to correct it throughout so please forgive us for any pauses or us seemingly talking over each other! - Jonny

[@daneneadie]

I guess I'll forgive you guys😤

[@GLOBAL-INTIFADA]

Allgood mate thanks for sharing Lads! Wasn't familiar with Jonny but he seems like a good guy and fits in well

[@aglusci]

I love Rob but dude you are so weak Izzies reactions post fight were childish, selfish, hes just a bad person and you think thats funny, to make someones child cry when their parent is recieving medical attention? Thats funny bro? Go float yourself, unsub click!

[@Zeerse_Chef]

What are your favourite solutions to bad MMA judging decisions? e.g. Open scoring, more judges,

[@PozzaPizz]

What walk out music would the elden beast come out to? Imagine him in ufc shorts high fiving the crowd filling in the whole arena

[@kenisz3n377]

"I don't care how many careers I have to gate keep" 🤣 Bloody love Rob haha. Really hope we can eventually get that rematch between those two!

[@adamcintron6626]

Rob approaches the fight game exactly how he approaches his RPGs. Torment himself until he learns how to conquer the next level. Cant help but respect that kind of attitude.

[@thewizmerlin4224]

You're right 😂, and honestly he's made so many improvements since his second fight with Izzy. I genuinely believe he could get it done this time.

[@linsnow]

@@thewizmerlin4224 nah

[@thewizmerlin4224]

@@linsnow Well, that's fair my man, Izzy is probably the second greatest Middleweight of all time for a reason. I just think if anyone has a chance, it'd be Bobby.

[@GLOBAL-INTIFADA]

That's why I love Rob and Izzy never duck fights never back down from challenges

[@messychef]

Thanks! Love BobbyKnuckles my fav fighter tuning into my 1st podcast with yall super excited

[@blazzz13]

I'm an Izzy fan but I have nothing but love and respect for Rob. Genuinely a good guy. He said it himself- he won't shield his ranking just to protect his title shot. Straight away I thought of Colby Covington and his inactivity.

[@elcrucius]

To be fair to colby, dana did say recently that they offered him 3 fights in the last year and he accepted all of em so maybe the inactivity isnt all his fault. But agreed thats hes been one of the most inactive #1 contender in a while.

[@diademkennels8550]

@@elcrucius Dana said….

[@ByteStormSecurity]

Great podcast, I always wanted more Whittaker content. Well done to you both!

[@MMArcadePodcast]

More to come! Thanks so much mate 🙏🏼

[@Hlbkomer]

Feed Du Plessis to The Reaper and do the 3 peat with Izzy after. Love the insight that Rob brings and Jonny does a great job leading through the show and knows when to step back and just let Rob talk. Great show boys!

[@christopherpatrick3804]

Started Black Clover and I am loving it! I love tactics and FFX is my favorite game. Rob have you played Legend of Dragoon ?

[@tron6003]

Legend of Dragoon was great on ps1 other than the whole multiple disk thing.

[@Drew-gm4sy]

Love watching this new podcast Rob! Thanks for the additional content! You're a phenomenal fighter and a great person. And I've been very much enjoying these! Wishing you and your family the best!

[@chleepy]

lets gooooo, very happy that u started a pod rob. when you stopped doing grange stuff i was worried we wouldnt get any more longform rob content. big ups bobby 💜

[@Cubrics]

Great video you two! One thing I think would definitely make the podcast even more interesting is if you switch up the roles for part of the show and let Rob ask some questions. It'd be great to have some input and takes from Jonny too. Keep it up!

[@corinacotter6606]

My favorite fighters are Whittaker and Dariush, and now they seem so similar. ❤

[@onenewworldmonkey]

I just subscribed. I'm an old guy and been watching mma since 92. I never talked to a fight BUT if I ever get the chance to I have a burning question: Why is there no "superman elbow"? BTW in 1973 a bunch of people from Australia came to my home town for the boy scout Jamboree. Since then I've always been interested in Australian culture, history and nature (always wanted to see the great barrier reef-along with a rain forest). Perhaps even Australians aren't into it like me. Did most Australians ever see the movies "the Sundowners" (did Mitchum sound like an Australian?) or "last cab to Darwin"? I hope you guys do really well.

[@Hlbkomer]

Superman elbow, I like that! :)

[@goby3807]

Loving the podcast layout and the dynamic between you two. Keep these coming!

[@MMArcadePodcast]

Really appreciate the kind words mate 🙏🏼

[@AvfcMason]

absolutely loved this fan didn't even know it was a thing until today I would listen 2 a 3 hour podcast if you did one lol keep it up

[@MrMattyPlays]

Been waiting for this one. Let’s goooooo!

[@MMArcadePodcast]

Ayyy thanks brother 🙏🏼

[@rubymoose735]

I know FF7 came out 25 years ago. But Rob casually spoiling the biggest twist about the game is hilarious 😂

[@MMArcadePodcast]

I told him 😂 - Jonny

[@tendonoentiendo3809]

32:15 “ya panch em in a face” 💀 This is easily my most looked forward to podcast.

[@joshthompson8506]

Rob's favorite game is FF Tactics what a legend. That's such an underrated classic that doesn't get talked about enough these days.

[@bobyatron7525]

re: the question at about 1:04:00 I've been in some of Rob's few Noita streams. Cool stream, great game. Would be down for more of that if he comes back to it

[@sohambubka05]

Hey Rob, thanks for doing this pod mate. Super cool stuff, about time you get that strap back. You don’t have to gate keep much longer brother. 👊👊

[@rodyfuller4527]

that majoras mask above your shoulder is my dream item to have bro what a piece

[@tristhekid]

I really hope Rob can get the belt back soon. We saw in the last fight that you sir, are catching up very quickly and getting better still. I can’t wait to see you out there again

[@DorianMenard]

Among all the people that said they had a problem with izzy being petty to a 12 yo, I loved Rob’s analysis😆. So freaking funny. It makes Izzy’s move even more 😂

[@danmorgan7775]

Still kinda in disbelief that Rob's all time fav game is Final Fantasy Tactics. He was already my fav fighter but that just seals the deal. Such a great game.

[@w1nger1]

Holy shit Lone, been sub to your gaming channel since FO4 came out, didn't expected you pop up my YT suggestion talking about MMA, instant sub!

[@MMArcadePodcast]

Haha thanks so much for the support mate!

[@luklopskywalk]

The boss fight question was sick I totally agree

[@jakekruger5729]

I've never commented on any channel as much as this one😂 robs my guy now!

[@markfoster_mkfbass]

Mad respect and admiration for Rob from an Izzy fan. A third Whittaker/Adesanya fight is intriguing!

[@ryan3390]

Gastelum's post fight speech was hilarious how he was screaming 😂 wonder what Rob thinks about Gastelum contemplating about going back down to 170

[@web5592]

Lmao "you cant keep grudges on 5 year olds" i felt crazy when everyone was like LOL SO COOL HE MADE FUN OF THE CHILD

[@fingerthatsmells]

Love the podcast fellas! Perfect blend of MMA, gaming and anime. I wouldn't mind the podcast being even longer. Keep it up and i'll keep tuning in!

[@MrTmac2023]

11:00 thats what i like the hear. I have given robert flack due to sitting out so long for only the belt. stay active man.

[@raulfh1404]

Hey congrats for the show, here from Spain!

[@MMArcadePodcast]

gracias!

[@dillydilly2196]

Y'all are the best!

[@MMArcadePodcast]

You are all the best!

[@joshmuhl7472]

Love the pod geezers, we think you’re both class in England 👊

[@MMArcadePodcast]

Thank you Josh 💪🏼

[@daneneadie]

Keeen for this episode, ROB I have a question, the gloves in your display, which fight are they from? Loving the episodes guys keep it going!

[@ANISIUBAUCHE]

I'm an Izzy fan but I've got mad love and respect for Rob. It takes a lot to compliment your opponents work.

[@dik2bik]

Rob's a cool dude

[@SpartanKosmo]

Haha! Great answer guys. Another banger episode.

[@MMArcadePodcast]

Thanks for watching mate!

[@csnelly89]

Finding out rob is an old school final fantasy nerd is a highlight of this podcast. And 8 over 7 all day.

[@zivusmutavi3907]

Keep up the good work boys, love it!

[@MMArcadePodcast]

Thanks mate!

[@foundprospect2604]

Look forward to the podcast every week! Also question: Have either of you played dnd, if so what’s your favourite class

[@MrTmac2023]

i enjoy the fight talk just as much as the gaming talk. great concept for a show

[@N0NE47]

I'm pretty sure he had to force his arms down when Adesanya Knocked out Alex they started to go up lol he looked happy for Izzy but it goes back to the last podcast where Rob is talking about challenging himself with the kind of games he plays. Izzy also released training footage where there practicing that shot.

[@BrentCox2B]

Holland's right hand wasnt broken but later in an interview he said it hurt a lot and he was super worried about it. Also, Adesanya released some training clips of him practicing that knockout sequence. The way Rob picks up on these things is crazy. Really shows you how experienced he is and how he has a mind for the game. My dumbass didnt even realize there was anything wrong with Holland during the fight and I have no clue how Rob was able to tell Adesanya practiced that sequence. And i was one of those idiots going RoB ShOUlD HaVe blah blah blah in the first Izzy fight 😂 You dont even realize how much you dont know sometimes lol

[@Hlbkomer]

Rob is a master of the game and picks on the small but important details. Great insight, love to hear his thoughts on the fight game.

[@313NickG]

Awesome podcast guys!! The MMA portion didn't feel like 47 mins! Long form podcasting FTW

[@MMArcadePodcast]

Rob will keep reminding us that he just wanted a 30 minute podcast 😂

[@313NickG]

@@MMArcadePodcast by episode 10 it'll be up to 2 hours 😂😂

[@JoshuaKoitzsch]

Whole new respect for Rob, FF Tactics is a classic game.

[@dotfearlolpwned]

Big fan. Keep up the great work!

[@MMArcadePodcast]

Thanks Matt 💪🏼

[@joshuakerstein9573]

Just found your podcast, have some catching up to do.

[@danielbuse3639]

I actually got a feeling Rob and Izzie will be friends outside of fighting 🤘

[@hoseaxci2419]

Love that Rob has a podcast. Hope you get the belt back champ. Huge fan from nz. Chur

[@andrewvellos9735]

Holland’s right hand is still injured he talked about how he still can’t throw it with intention. He was just cleared to use his right hand in training on 3/24 or something 28:00

[@kingRqgnar71778jjj]

Much love from Texas

[@MMArcadePodcast]

Thanks for the support!

[@MehdiEsfahani]

I love when he goes "MMAAAYYYYYYYTTTTTTT"

[@dunhamb]

Hey Jonny and Rob! What system or mechanic from a game would you like to see implemented in some other game. For me it would have to be the Nemesis system from Middle-Earth Shadow of Mordor, and War. Thanks for making my Thursdays much better :).

[@elcrucius]

With robs question about whether holland was fighting with a broken hand, it wasnt broken but it was still healing from the last break and the day of the fight was the first time he was able to put on and throw punches with small gloves (according to his interview with Ariel). So not completely compromised and he was cleared to fight with it about 2 weeks before the fight but he probably just had a mental block wanting to protect it.

[@Hlbkomer]

He also got beat up pretty bad in the Wonderboy fight and that was only 4 months ago. He definitely wasn’t 100%

[@Elimstjohn]

Rob might be the only person I watch play a game. Exciting. :D

[@Onlybadtakes2589]

Rob is surprisingly knowledgeable about final fantasy. He’s actually correct and it’s impressive hes going off childhood memories

[@Gary_Hope]

Great podcast boys, being that I've been a fight fan since John L Sullivan was a nipper, hearing a fighter talking in a relaxed atmosphere is quite insightful on there natural character, the only interviews you to got to see with fighters in my day were people like Marvin Hagler being interviewed days before he was about to be in a fistfight, so we're obviously tense and a bit stilted and with an air of a man ready to beat an interviewer to death with his own camera man, So hearing one of your favourite fighters chilled and natural is great, being I'm older than God's slippers the gaming talk goes above the head, as computers were counting beads stuck on a washboard when I was a kid, but just wanted to say loving the show 👍 also thought Robs work on the commentary team with the UFC was great, hope it happens again.

[@Drillakilla80]

Rob, here supporting my man, about time with the podcast.

[@blazingaj1916]

This is quickly becoming the next big thing in the mma podcast world, keep it up guys!

[@meiken417]

Y'all made the cams bigger sweeeet!

[@MMArcadePodcast]

Always listening to your suggestions and feedback! 💪🏼 - Jonny

[@davidballard2484]

This kid at seventeen.... will be great. 17, fighting on a national PPV , UFC. Top fighting promotion in the world. I TOP love the destruction of the hype trains.

[@american1207]

The headbutt in the 2nd round threw Curtis off his game. Idk if he would've even won without it but the headbutt and the sequence after shouldn't have been counted on the judges score cards but the ref didn't catch it and neither did I until 1 of the commentators mentioned it

[@WU-DAO]

Greetings from Berlin !!! Found the podcast a week ago and binged all episodes. I am a martial artist and a gamer, so a no-brainer for me !!! Very good energy between you guys, that translates to the energy of the podcast. Question for both of you, but especially Rob as a rogue-like fan: did you play "Sifu" ? Opinions ? Keep it up !!!

[@switchondem6275]

Rob gets 1000% more Aussie when he says he wants to fight lol

[@MMArcadePodcast]

lmaooo

[@Andrew-xc2yd]

Wish you the quickest and best route back to the title Rob, you definitely already deserve it. On the topic of anime from a previous podcast, in general what are your top 5 animes and have either of you read/watched berserk and if so what are your takes on it. Love the podcast guys, makes my day listening to it

[@MMArcadePodcast]

Thanks for the support Andrew 🙏🏼

[@Andrew-xc2yd]

@@MMArcadePodcast Just heard the response to the question too, thanks guys

[@nathangiles1850]

Question: Have you guys played Read dead redemption 2 and would you ever play it? I think despite robs taste he could still really get into the game

[@nikthehitta3299]

Rob You duh Man it’s time to smash these Foos 🔥💪🏼💪🏼

[@stompy2382]

Holland did say his hand was still broken after the fight.

[@MMArcadePodcast]

thanks for the heads up!

[@s.k.5021]

Rob is such a gentleman..agree with him abt the kid..he is a good cookie

[@keeganrmoore]

Hey, fellas! Haven't missed an episode on drop day so far and don't plan to. 1) Rob, any idea when 290 tickets go on sale? Maybe presale code for mmarcade listeners?? Looking to make it my first in-person fight and first time in Vegas. I always root for the Australians and you're the best of em! 2) you have talked a lot about fighting games. No one ever mentions Soul Calibur! Soul Calibur II is absolutely iconic, Soul Calibur III is my favorite, and I grew up playing the Soul Edge arcade cabinet when my family went to the laundromat. I think it has the best lore, best mechanics, best characters, best story mode, and best guest characters. It's simply the best. Any experiences with it? Baki is trash Hajime No Ippo is a must watch Initial D is the best sports anime

[@keeganrmoore]

What do I know, though, my favorite street fighter character is Dudley

[@tristhekid]

FFxv and Dissidia are my favourite FF games. Crisis Core had the best cutscenes

[@insidevoid2164]

love the anime banter, hope you incorporate it every episode! here's my question to you guys and it is anime essential: Who is your waifu?

[@CBB_Videos]

Constructive Criticism from a random: The podcast is more of a "Rob's views on these various topics" type of vibe at the moment. The chemistry is there between the two of you, and I understand why Rob being the MMA part is big. Maybe have Rob being asked the questions about MMA (with Jonny giving his feedback/opinions as well) and then switch to Rob ASKING gaming/anime related questions. Switches up the dynamic, and doesn't seem so much like someone reading an AMA to someone else. Love the podcast, keep it up! Edited due to adding an H in Jonny. My bad!

[@shadow_realm47]

Not bad. Feel Rob should ask the anime/gaming questions as well. And they should get the bad guy him self as a guest. Cus Chael totally takes over as the host for any podcast he's invited on as a guest 😆 Rob should takeover bits of the podcast and monologue as well :p

[@MMArcadePodcast]

Thanks for the feedback Alex, appreciate it mate 💪🏼 - Jonny

[@CBB_Videos]

@MMArcade Podcast Holy crap you replied! You're a legend, Jonny! Keep up the stellar work, and we appreciate you guys checking comments to see what works and doesn't. Shows a real dedication other channels (especially MMA related channels) don't really have. Have a great day, mate.

[@marlonwelty8016]

U guys should turn this into a fun back and forth on what’s goin on bc mma news and game news dry up, maybe talk about games ur playing/enjoy and what games u hate/r mid Or don’t, I’m just a fan🤷‍♂️

[@kingcolesy]

Love the podcast, 2 of my favourite things(MMA and Games) all infused with the man who put Australia on the map with UFC. Thanks for everything, as for a question, have you guys played DOTA2, its a game I've played for 20 years and the better you get, the harder everyone else gets. It's a hugely painful game, would not recommend to Rob even tho he is a sucker for punishment

[@bigginbox0002]

Rob best middleweight

[@Rodthe1st]

Good stuff again bros

[@brianbasto9157]

Awesome video

[@andrewvellos9735]

Oh man, I can’t wait for Rob to get that strap back! Poatan is going to 205 officially, per his YT. I’m hoping Rob gets it this year!

[@MRTN13]

I think it would be awesome content to watch these two play a game, while doing this podcast. I'd watch for sure

[@IainWisdom]

As a student of body language and micro expressions i have to say Bobby Knuckles your reaction to izzs win betrayed your words .

[@toshi9794]

33:45 same rob, same 🤣 i couldnt stop laughing during the fight

[@fezii9043]

Excellent pod boys, impatiently waiting for next week!

[@MMArcadePodcast]

Thanks for the support mate!

[@toshi9794]

Good stuff lads

[@abayomibello1103]

That's the drive that you need to achieve your goals.

[@caspar_gomez]

great stuff

[@AzraelNotTheCat]

Rob I have an anime suggestion. Hajime No Ippo, God tier boxing anime. I've only read the manga, and I'm sure you don't have time to read it, but the anime should be a banger as well. Love the pod mate!

[@doozythanos2310]

great pod!

[@MMArcadePodcast]

Thanks mate!

[@jessicarukuata-joynson938]

I think you'll get Strickland biggest Paulo doesn't wanna fight while Izzy fights dricus in Augustish (hopefully wins) then you in November December. Just think Izzy is too active to wait for you to have another win then title shot

[@Wikihouse_History]

FIGHT COMPANIONS WOULD BE AWESOME

[@rechj89]

FF tactics on PS is great along with Vandal hearts

[@MrTmac2023]

subscribed. good show

[@vincentvandervelden3554]

Great stuff...🙏

[@MMArcadePodcast]

Thank you 🙌🏼

[@Snow-dv7yd]

Love the podcast!! I think the only fromsoft boss I could take is the mimic tear (50% chance right?)

[@luklopskywalk]

Banger show

[@johnwhite2025]

Big fan Rob, I'd recommend final fantasy crisis core very good story and that's also coming from thinking Vll is overrated, X is also my favorite. I hope and believe that you will crush whoever they put in front of you (the only ones that make sense are Dricus and Strickland kinda of only because you've dominated everyone else at the top), but if they offer you to take chimaev's hype I think you should take that. You've earned your spot at the top, I hope they give you the rematch after you crush your next opponent. PS I like your podcast co host as well, I wish yall good fortune.