Chuck Liddell shares EPIC stories from his 20 year MMA Career!

UFC legend Chuck Liddell joins Paddy on the podcast where they discuss Chuck's legendary career, the origins of the sport, The Ultimate Fighter, Bareknuckle Fights & his Beef with Tito Ortiz.
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00:00:00 - 00:02:05 Intro
00:02:05 - 00:11:44 When did Chuck start MMA
00:11:44 - 00:13:21 Chuck being the spearhead for MMA
00:13:21 - 00:17:50 Chuck's experience on The Ultimate Fighter
00:17:50 - 00:21:11 Experience with fans
00:21:11 - 00:26:17 Chuck's favorite fight
00:26:17 - 00:28:18 Bare knuckle fight
00:28:18 - 00:32:30 What was it like fighting in Prague
00:32:30 - 00:34:45 What is it like lifting a UFC world title
00:34:45 - 00:38:59 What was it like making the decision to retire
00:38:59 - 00:41:41 Experience with dancing with the stars
00:41:41 - 00:42:58 Ice skating in New York
00:42:58 - 00:53:30 Ask Paddy
00:53:30 - 00:55:36 Outro
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[@johno30197]

The man the myth the legend chuck this man's been in more battles then most of the UFC roster

[@Teleegram_Paddy_The_Baddy]

Dm you won 🎉

[@AstonTheVillaFan]

The ice man

[@iwishicouldsaveyou3954]

Combined! :D

[@michaelbrownlee4857]

Truth

[@robertcawthorn8318]

Love your pic

[@likewise4Gaming]

I watched UFC back in the early 90’s when Royce Gracie was fighting. But Chuck Liddell is what really got me into the sport. He was a major part of the golden era of MMA and got a lot more eyes on the sport. Paddy interviewing some legends. And he always asks good questions too.

[@markdavis8430]

The real first super star of the UFC , the man that got me hooked on mma!

[@Teleegram_Paddy_The_Baddy]

Dm 🎉

[@ashleyd1379]

A lot of people

[@robertcawthorn8318]

Never seen anyone make a ko look so simple ,he was amazing to watch ,all the best chuck ,he put more people to sleep than valium lol

[@esenger14]

I’m happy you brought chuck and heard his stories. Most people got into ufc back in the day because of him.

[@naikhanomtom7552]

The absolute definition of a warrior. He's the first MMA fighter I ever became a fan of, and in a big way is responsible for my own combat sports journey. Legend.

[@poindextertunes]

Chuck is one of the best counter punchers of all time. You cant really fight like that anymore but him and Anderson Silva were absolutely starching guys while moving backwards is was awesome to see

[@BillBagBargensonsBarger]

why not?

[@Ivegotnochoicesilencemyvoice]

That's still a thing.

[@michaelsmyth5877]

I'm sure Paddy is a man of his priciples and paid Chuck for his time.

[@franklynjoseph9855]

Why is this the first thing I thought too?

[@christophertoole7185]

Chuck deserves it...absolute legend..

[@hardtobelieve4753]

Exactly what I thought first, was genuinely curious

[@hughjoelcaulk7244]

Why would you think that? You think Chuck is struggling? He's worth $12 MIL! Paddy's got maybe a few million?

[@michaelsmyth5877]

@@hughjoelcaulk7244 this has nothing to do with Chuck, it is a dig at Paddy demanding money to do interviews... The man's principles are flawed.

[@SAJuk-lb4dh]

Chuck is my stand out favourite fighter ever . He is flawed , as are we all. I just love the guy, and i used to get so pissed off when he lost a fight....for me he is a legend. ...THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES CHUCK 💙

[@ashleyd1379]

Ya that was tough when he went on his losing streak.. even more painful the way he was getting ko’d 🥹

[@brokencode9106]

Chuck has made such a huge impact in so many ways... always with more walk than talk... so humble... thank you so very much Paddy... Cheers n Chomps Champ!

[@sergioortiz8245]

Whether you’re a Paddy fan or not, he did an exceptional job conducting this interview. At points Chuck was going off the rails a bit and Paddy brought it back brilliantly. Overall, a very good episode

[@ashleyd1379]

Ya for being a young man he did a very good job 🤙🏼

[@SteveAustin-mo2ve]

didn`t know he had any fans. this dude doesnt fight anymore after he got whooped by that small dude. ``He`s a podcaster now brother``

[@buntty9896]

One of a kind overhand the one he landed on Overeem to get the finish was fkn beautiful

[@g-rock6329]

Chuck is coked out of his mind!! He be smoking for sure!! BLESS HIS HEART.

[@chrisknoblauch270]

What a total legend. He made the UFC into the #1 combat sport, I feel bad for him and how hard it is for him to speak at this point in his life. I hope Paddy is putting 2 and 2 together.

[@brandonhemphill5638]

He have CTE?

[@drumnbassdan]

Chuck is an absolute legend.

[@benjaminblakemore9704]

Does he have a cocaine issue? He seems twitchy bro. I hope he gets help

[@drumnbassdan]

@@benjaminblakemore9704 Maybe getting punched/kicked in the head takes its toll on him.

[@xaphan8581]

@@benjaminblakemore9704 have you ever done coke?

[@Robert-fd2cc]

Wouldn't have ever began watching mma without chuck liddell guys an absolute legend

[@JC_wonderland]

That’s kind of sad

[@Brandon_N420]

Chuck grinds his jaw like crazy

[@Kzds4909]

I was wondering why he seems so off.

[@nathanialbroadway2719]

Pure Speed is wild wild drug

[@alloiledup423]

Guys the mans taken alot and I mean ALOT of punishment to the brain hence why he started to have a weak jaw at the end of his career. Hes not coked up. Hes 53 yrs old and i think he looks amazing compared to most men his age. Hes very punch drunk and hes always mumbled but its gotten worse over time. The man gave his health and body to the world of MMA we should have more RESPECT for this man. Thank you Ice Man!

[@philrisser6853]

the man who brought Ufc To MY eyes in 2002 or 2003. forever greatful for seeing somebody who transends the sport, he was the Face of the UFC in the Same way COnner mcgregor brought it to the Forefront. when adverage observers hear UFC the see Mcgregor or Chuck liddell. chuck kept it alive by carrying the torch after Don Frye of being a badass and a real man

[@davidnorth3411]

Chuck came out the other side , sure is courage to bring his sport to a level he set . Remember he was the target , grown ass men trained hard as hell to bring him down , studying his strengths .His words , “I got the best I could do , if not , hang it up . “

[@What-jj9ow]

This is awesome, Chuck Liddell ! Great interview!

[@gazpearce3700]

That was awesome mate thank you, and thanks to Chuck too 👍👍

[@craigdobson9068]

Chuck Liddell got me into Kickboxing and MMA back in 2007, i never fought as I was 26 and felt I was too.. The regret is real!

[@carson3811]

No you made the right decision.. I trained Thai boxing from a kid 6 my uncle had his own gym .. he was European champion I stopped at 15 had a few fights.. but stopped training started working then was 23 had a son .. was fed up of playing 5aside football.. started training again at 24 was training at a MMA gym.. but got asked if I would fight a Thai boxing fight thought yeah let's go was a French guy.. got my nose smashed cartilage collapsed and broke my hand .. had a terrible weight cut but I won was a close fight but I smashed his leg he was struggling to walk .. think years of training conditioning my shins from a young age .. got me through that fight but I had to have surgery a deviated septum my nose was smashed to bits.. to this day I still have problems with my hand now 12yr later .. there's no money in kickboxing or Thai boxing.. now all I do is grappling judo first then bjj and sambo.. can train hard spar aka randori or roll in bjj and not get kicked in the head.. can compete and if I loose IV got caught and have to tap .. you done the right thing yeah maybe have a fight but have alot starting at 26 your only going to get broken bones and brain trauma and that's when you can have won your fight.. you done the right thing chuck made good money but is suffering with brain trauma for it and probably things wee don't no about.. getting punched and kicked in the head isn't good unless there's a good chance you can make alot of money.. you made the right choice

[@patrickwilson2474]

@@carson3811 thanks for sharing :)

[@gobricklaying106]

Very good interview. Chuck is interesting and genuinely interested. Well done Paddy.👍

[@dub16100]

Paddy’s a good host. Kept the conversation going nicely.

[@birdman1021]

Chuck looks like he's on some good speed lmfao

[@shanebigfella7884]

Started watching UFC back at UFC 30's, grew up with the sport. I own all the DVD's when that was a thing, and watched Chuck Liddell become one of the greatest in the sport, about to turn 36 in April... and to see where the sport has grown into from watching the first The Ultimate Fighter on Spike TV. It's amazing

[@WhatwouldRoddyPiperdo]

I'm a touch older so my start point was a bit earlier namely the VHS days but people who got into the sport after mid 00s will never understand how huge season 1 of TUF was for the sport & the Zuffa buyout I miss the old days when everyone had sponsors and different colours

[@shanebigfella7884]

@@WhatwouldRoddyPiperdo Yes I used to rent the VHS tapes and buy them at blockbuster before the dvd days. The only VHS UFC event I own is UFC Japan

[@WhatwouldRoddyPiperdo]

@@shanebigfella7884 That's cool the only one I physically own anymore is UFC 38 as that was the first UK UFC event and I was there at like age 22 whatever it was so sentimental value got to see my boy Frank Mir

[@Gg-wh3vi]

Yea this was the first sport I watched growing up. 7 years old watching the tuf 2 marathon before the finale. Wouldn’t change it for anything I’ve got into basketball and football in spurts but mma has always been more entertaining.

[@hearingvisions7307]

The iceman! forever in the halls of fame.. i remember switching off channel 5 combat nights / cage warriors n that then catching up with whats happenin with chuck and tito in the ufc. Great memories stay happy n healthy iceman! thanks for the bangers. Top one paddy 🙋🏼

[@TheHeadown]

What an absolute legend! Respect!

[@unclejim2330]

Chuck is looking good. 👍 One of my favorites of all time. 💥

[@AncientArchaeology369]

Chuck is a legend of the MMA game for sure!

[@brianhildreth9099]

Dude was my hero for many years. Great interview guys. Thank you!

[@danielcurtis8746]

You can't go wrong with a legend!

[@tobybergin1998]

Legend and respect Chuck one of the best to do it and cheers Paddy for this one 👊🙏

[@Squashylemon]

You can just feel the respect Paddy gave Chuck, both of them are truly master fighters.

[@mikethomas2172]

legend and future legend!!!

[@bigt4241]

Btw, the bare knuckle Vale Tudo (*anything goes) fight he had with Pele Lande was brilliant. Pele Lande was a Vale Tudo legend in Brazil. I was amazed when Chuck beat him. The fight is on KZbin I think. Go watch it!

[@markivan5324]

Subbed your a natural at this

[@briansenez7718]

And people say they can't understand Nate Diaz. These two really tested my comprehension skills!

[@philrisser6853]

good Taste Paddy. you get the best fighters/People who Rep the Sport. your doing me proud and im canadian. i wish i could Watch you Fight Live. its hard living in Saskatchewan, i would have to Travel but man i hope one day i get to!.

[@dancouch2213]

Slappin it with the guests lad rampage would be another legend to get on think it would be a great conversation

[@paulflynn9527]

Still my favourite fighter him and Randy's trilogy is what got me into mma

[@joshwells3782]

My favorite fighter of all time he got me into mma as a kid

[@joehuddart8216]

The ICE MAN CHUUUUUUUUK LIIIIIIIIIIDEEEEELLLLLLLLL one of the best strikers ever, arms are so long down to his knees. What a fighter💯Respect, Go9d show Paddy laa✌️👍👍👍

[@jessestrand6382]

Can you imagine how loud the Iceman snores. Lol. All due respect. One of my idols and an absolute pioneer of the sport, but I'm just saying😅

[@danielthomas495]

Paddy can't contain his excitement hahahaha FACTS!!!

[@peterolsson8857]

I am am a swedish man of 43. I have learned english since fourth grade but damn its a challenge keeping up with these two.

[@bobbyscully3426]

Chucky is sliding down the railroad jeeze

[@NZL_]

Was thinking the same thing, coke is a hell of a drink 😆

[@michaelawesome6106]

Chuck is geeked

[@ronniehaley729]

My dad died of alcohol liver related at 45 years old. I remember as a kid it would be freezing In our house and he would be sweating head to toe . Sad

[@benellis2685]

Chuck'The Iceman' Liddell we salute you! Legend!

[@MIKE-TYTHON]

Great, that this one’s face to face. Chucks a legend.

[@Teleegram_Paddy_The_Baddy]

Dm 🎉

[@The_Reality_Filter]

Geeeesus someone opened up a big can of CTE...

[@thorn3802]

Just keep talking Paddy. Only a matter of time. Nice to see you pay attention to the comments about Gordon. You know you know Paddy. We all do. Best wishes

[@JimmyTheScouser93]

Legend Respect 🙏 👏

[@nickk7425]

In his prime this guy was the MOST intimidating fighter in the UFC. He had a bit of Mike Tyson Ora about him where opponents would already be mentally defeated before they even got into the octagon with him just because of the intimidation factor...

[@Gg-wh3vi]

He was the man when I first started watching. He put on a violence show that few ever have to this day.

[@TeeSlice]

Absolute Fukin Legend!!! "ICEMAN"💪

[@jordanrattanavong2655]

Paddy has blown up again.

[@poindextertunes]

yeah its kinda disturbing. I hope he finds a happy balance at some point

[@ChrisMcloviification]

​@@poindextertunesmust be hard to find a balance when complete strangers feel the need to comment on it

[@paulclancy2404]

Nah he's not too big maybe 175

[@stephenhumphris6962]

About time paddy chuck was the reason I started my love affair with the UFC the man is a god in my eyes

[@celticsF4N]

great convo from 2 awesome fighters I really enjoyed it thanks lads!

[@OriginalNorton6]

The iceman! Love it!!!

[@richard-ij2fm]

I think that's why Fedor was so good at that time in the early days because combat sambo was kind of mixed martial arts already, with the striking and grappling elements.

[@smokinbones1618]

I love that chuck always sounds like he just finished training or winning a belt.

[@notconsenting6633]

I need subtitles for chuck more than paddy😂

[@paulcullen7794]

Chuck needs some stress balls bad. I think he misses his gumshield aswell dude got some crazy nervous energy. What a legend though man.

[@tehlurfry679]

Glad to see Chuck so well. Only sad because if he is getting old, must mean i am too!! Lol

[@ChrisMcClain2011]

Needed subtitles for this one lol but it’s worth it

[@TheGAMEGod_YT]

My boy Chuck is off the dust

[@csarpalace1518]

Iceman!!! We love you Chuck. You are the greatest fighter in MMA history .IMO

[@zentzisz]

One of the funniest chuck cameo is in half baked

[@christ6496]

Paddy love the podcast but I have a suggestion I see you try to keep the episodes at an hour or about an hour i think the conversations are good and very natural and you shouldn’t limit it talk and learn from eachother and capture it and make history I love you keep up the good work and good look

[@juggernaught79]

I was training mma back when everyone poked fun of it. “Still doing Thai Bo?” They knew what you were doing but would always ask that dumb question around others. UFC shined a light on what it really is and Chuck and the other talent made it cool and took away that stigma. Importantly presented what a real sport it is and how effective it can be in the real world.

[@adamroysdon9858]

Be sweet to see chuck become paddy's trainer

[@croatianmaster8178]

Chuck can still beat some ass i bet ! he looks great !

[@qrit91]

Probably the first mma match i ever watched was the Reem vs Liddell in Pride FC

[@patrickwilson2474]

It's sad, but you can see poor chuck has suffered a bit of brain damage. I hope his health is stable for years to come

[@BrandonPoirierBlair]

A little? That's being nice lol... Chuck is on the road to being another goodridge.

[@kevthegoat8774]

​@@BrandonPoirierBlairGoodridge had it much worse

[@MrDjSaneR]

respect

[@flyingcow9264]

Paddy Michigan here!! Chuck was my favorite fighter..

[@Teleegram_Paddy_The_Baddy]

Dm

[@Teleegram_Paddy_The_Baddy]

Dm 🎉

[@justinyermaw2986]

Paddy, outdone yourself here. Chuck is an absolute legend. Loved watching him brawl. Would be interesting to hear Rutten and others of the early days. Tito had been another great chat. The two fighters I always loved watching fight had been Chuck and Tito. Called my Stafy Tito because he was the dog as well 🙂 Would never insult chuck that way 😁

[@ScoopdyWhoop]

Paddy better be paying everyone for these interviews…

[@jeremycrowe4693]

I never missed one of The Ice Mans fights. I was a fan from day one...

[@gaz7978]

Bout time paddy lad....👍

[@bassdasilva5260]

Chuck is one hard man

[@nikhayes3396]

I'm glad to see you branching out. You must have a smart manager. Obviously fighting doesn't last forever, and after the last performance, its good to see you branching out.

[@tonyroberts7481]

It seems that Paddy recognizes his performance in the last fight wasn’t up to par and will address those things he needs to and grow. Listen to him talking to GSP about it and you’ll hear him talk about it. The hype train is what it is and I don’t fault him for going along for the ride but he’s humble enough to see it for what it is.

[@briancasswell794]

Only reason I even clicked on this video was to see if he paid Chuck for this interview, but I still don't care enough to watch the whole thing. Chucks a legend 💯

[@WhatwouldRoddyPiperdo]

Great to see chuck but fuck I feel old I got into UFC 12 so remember Chuck's debut back in the days of having to get bootleg VHS tapes shipped to UK from America just to watch UFC & Pride

[@codynuckols3653]

Also paddy not being able to READ Chuck Liddell a question about cte...🤣

[@kyleparker2139]

Chuck is so scary in a fight, knock anybody out but he seems like the nicest guy in the world. It's such a strange mix.

[@jayhenry7288]

Iceman is a legend 🤲🏽 love him 🙌🏽💯

[@Bendejo-lm8wo]

I’m on my third bulldog named Chuck and she’s a bad ass just like him.

[@romper4444]

Chuck breathes like a frickin bear!! always noticed this in his interviews especially in a front facing close mic

[@JacobleeYon-cc4mo]

🎉GG ON THAT

[@MK_2023.]

I remember being a kid watching Chuck slap the shit out of Tito. It was incredible haha.

[@adammccabe640]

We love u Paddy we do Oh Paddy we love u

[@robertlamothe8630]

Speak for yourself

[@michaelfischer5965]

Great Hero from the first generation

[@shineonyoucrazydiamond4059]

HEY YOU GUYS 😊

[@FJ24.]

The ICEMAN and the baddy…

[@jasondye3893]

HAY YOU GUYS!!!!

[@jamesmurphy5195]

Your a mushroom 🍄

[@tor3699]

Do you think Paddy is dedicated to training in between fights like some of his future opponents? I'm sure he is. Wouldn't want to give them an edge. He's a professional after all

[@kav9280]

of course, he shows that he does even in other countries

[@jamesmurphy5195]

Your a mushroom 🍄

[@kav9280]

@@jamesmurphy5195 not an answer tbf

[@charliekelly892]

100% He trains every day

[@gaz7978]

Paddy needs to find his fangs, n tell em all he was a champ before cage rage