Dan Hooker Still Has It - UFC 290

[@josieandy5874]

Tough times don't last, but Dan Hooker does!

[@jasonfox6013]

Dam straight

[@susheelbahadur877]

That's the best comment bro

[@Howlingbrown]

Top comment here ☝️

[@danawhiteisagenius8654]

Well said!

[@josiahgunn9115]

Barz

[@marcusbrown87]

It's stressful being a Dan Hooker fan, but man what a performance. Well done Dan, NZ is very proud

[@jasonfox6013]

Yes dam proud of him

[@danielobrien1881]

Hardout eh bro, aaarp the hangman (and the warriors!) 😂😂😂

[@LeoGregory88]

Dan "The Heart Attack" Hooker. Haha chur

[@seldom_bucket]

He's in the group of fighters i like and respect and that makes it hard enough to watch sometimes, must be stomach churning as a proud kiwi fan, i don't like seeing how much he takes but damn that guy can take it. He's one of those that would have been a gladiator back in the day but he's a good guy too.

[@Muiiirr]

@@danielobrien1881up the fuckin wahhhhsss ahahahah

[@lovelifeinspiration]

Chandler giving roses to all these fighters including former opponents is just a breathe of fresh air! Humblest man on the roster! "See you at the Top!!!!"

[@jonv570]

crazy what a humble genuine guy he is

[@JoelWilliamb]

Much needed hey. I get the pre fight talk but this guy is what the promotion needs to get it away from the WWE direction its going in.

[@willvincent4829]

@@JoelWilliamb He's one of the fighters I always reference as an example of fighters that represent the sport well, not just in how they fight but how they carry themselves and act with integrity outside the cage we need more Chandlers in MMA

[@ductritran8637]

Chandler says thing to his heart , he is so honest of his review .

[@alistairbanks6595]

Agreed, was a great listen.

[@Willb00g]

When chandler retires he has to be on the commentary team. His insights are great and he does a really good job at being impartial.

[@peterk2735]

He's the perfect guy to put behind the mic, very well-spoken and presentable, but an absolute beast inside the cage. Kinda reminds me of Paul Felder in that way, I mean, if you don't know what these guys do for a living, you might mistake them for your kid's PE teacher :D

[@cradohaps-bb5nd]

ufc hates dan hooker. snubbed for potn. instead they gave it to the lame chick fight .

[@YungFusebox]

​@@peterk2735agree with you both. He's a great storyteller and knows how to get his message across in a compelling, approachable way

[@bpswank429]

Petition to replace DC with Chandler .

[@soul4saken]

Dan Hooker should be the real heir apparent to the BMF belt. He takes the fights nobody wants. Goes full tilt vs Adesanya in training, and is called a complete psycho by him. Never being afraid of anything, the guy used to fight at gang compounds vs the toughest, rawest gang members, right in front of the gang members where literally anything could happen. If anyone lives up to the game bred legacy, it's Dan!

[@jacobkuntflapp]

Calm down bro

[@V8ToYy]

@@jacobkuntflapp why? everything he said is true

[@stephenstuckey]

​@@V8ToYystr8up lol....give the man his respect

[@nickkelly3199]

​@jacobkuntflapp he ain't even wrong though, he fought Chandler when no one would. Fought Islam on short notice

[@Washyourbum28]

Dan hooker really about it, he sparred New Zealand’s number 1 heavy weight kick boxer/Muay Thai fighter Antz nansen and they had a war it wasn’t a spar it was a fight, hooker is crazy

[@Seryma86]

Honestly a huge win for hooker. Turner is no joke and a dangerous guy. I’ll never get why so many people thought he was washed, he’s literally only lost to elite guys in the division and never turns down a fight.

[@patricknez7258]

Well said. Big win for Dan. Happy for him!

[@foreign700]

Facts man I felt like hooker was gonna win. Bet 275 @ -320 or someshit , won a decent amount

[@sthomas6145]

He could have got the Poirier decision as well, and it wouln't have been a bad one.

[@Algojo]

It was because of that dumb judge Adelaide Byrd who always ruining alot of decision and ufc still keep on using her. It was a clear UD decision win by Dan

[@magnusenamd]

I thought he was finished. But I also think that this opponent suited him because a fast explosive opponent does not suit him well. As he is not only slow but extra slow in the beginning. But so glad he won because this is actually one of my favorites. He can win again. But then it must not be a Michael Chandler who is fast and explosive because then he will have such a hard time again.

[@ettorebugatti9354]

Mike had my fav debut of all time. Anik's "Michael Chandler maximizing the debut and sticks the landing" after Mike doing a backflip will forever be legendary.

[@tauseefahmad87]

Dan hooker Vs Chandler 2

[@garyclarke2385]

@@tauseefahmad87 Dan would love that fight as would Mike..IMO Dan's looking at good match ups and if it leads to the title shot ok then, and he's ok even if it doesn't to...keeps winning tho and eventually huh ??

[@DoubtingThomas333]

What's crazy is that the backflips off the cage are 1000x more dangerous than any fight in the Octagon.

[@woahblackbettybamalam]

​@@DoubtingThomas333Thats an exaggeration trust me

[@shadennedit9015]

Volkanovski and Chandler are hands down the most down to earth people. No ego , always humble. No disrespect.. how can you not love these guys.

[@Matt_Wilson01]

100% great ambassadors for their countries and the sport of mma

[@Lost_In_LA]

Chandler continues to be all class and one of the most articulate fighters in all of MMA.

[@stockchartart1147]

Imagine, DC, Chandler, Jon Anik in the booth. If Rogan isn't there.

[@taylorhowes2468]

Except the dirty stuff in the Poirer fight, in saying that good on him for giving Hooker props, I like him more for it

[@HPAcustomriflesandcerakote]

​@@taylorhowes2468he did nothing dirty fighting dp. Dp is a crying fake punk. It was a fight and accidents happen in a fight like that. Nothing was intentional on chandlers part. Then dp telling the journalist in post fight conference that he called chandler "a dirty MF and this was his house" then it shows up close what he said to chandler and it was nothing like that. DP is such a fake piece of trash.

[@sihoonkim5357]

I am a huge dan hooker fan and I was still doubting him against jalen turner

[@TheDuketexas04]

So cool of you to make a video giving Dan his props. The man will go down as a legend and we'll miss him when he's gone

[@icamero1]

Chandler is a legend. Soo respectful of all fighters. Great attitude and clearly a big fan. The UFC has got better since this guy came. Big love Michael ❤️

[@eldridgesawyer2384]

Michael Chandler is a class act for giving props to his former opponent. He doesn't talk much shit about other fighters, and just keeps his opinions professional like an athlete.🙏

[@WillyoDee]

Totally agree, except to say it's extremely advantageous for fighters to inflate guys they've beaten. Love Dan though, what a guy!

[@alexgifford5895]

I'm guessing you filmed this before the news came out, but it turns out Dan has a broken orbital bone from this latest fight, as well. I'm guessing it was from that naked head kick he ate fairly early on. He mentioned something about trying to block the head kicks, but his arm just wasn't moving like he wanted it to. Just even more evidence of his absolute gladiator mentality of never giving up during a fight.

[@EamesBrulee]

Just a heads up, a broken zygomatic arch.

[@seldom_bucket]

@@EamesBrulee which is an orbital bone...

[@liamjplindsay]

I was so impressed with his performance. Had all the fellas over rooting for Hooker, we were screaming when he pulled off the win

[@yunkychunky2435]

I was rooting for hooker but turner looked good then gassed out

[@Theunrealblender]

@@yunkychunky2435 seems his weight cut didn't go well. I would say he should move to welterweight but he probably get held down by most in the top 10.

[@liamjplindsay]

@yunkychunky2435 Turner looked great as well you have to think the weight cut affected his durability and his cardio, hopefully he can figure out a healthy way to get to 155 or build his frame at 170

[@cradohaps-bb5nd]

he had me screaming too. havent felt that invested in a fight in a long time.

[@dideetahu4907]

Screamed the pub down here

[@MrAlexTech]

He broke his face too! Cracked his orbital bone. Dude is a beast!

[@kamagregg4136]

Appreciate you giving Dan the props he deserves ❤

[@J1283-s1k]

For context, George Chuvalo, heavyweight boxing's signature granite chin, never dropped despite fighting a laundry list of boxing's hardest hitters, was only ever stopped once in his career and that was when Joe Frazier cracked his orbital bone with a left hook and the fight had to be waved off. Dan Hooker fought after that head kick with a broken orbital and won the fight. Dan Hooker is the new T-Ferg.

[@peterk2735]

I have no fucking idea how Hooker ate that kick, it was as perfect as you can get.

[@entonbray]

@peterk2735 The placement on the face was perfect but the contact point of the leg wasn't quite. It's lands near the ankle so there's just a little bit of give. If that had been shin, I think it'd have been lights out.

[@booyaah9284]

Much respect, Michael. That's probably a reason why Dan Hooker is CKB's Team Captain. I find out today, he had a broken orbital as well. Dan scares me, he's too damn tough for his own good. But that the epitome of a warrior. What they do when the chips are down.He never folds. Thanks for honouring Dan hooker, Mike

[@shawndale1552]

Broken arm, broken orbital and said fuck it I'll just die in here. LET'S GOOOOO!!!! His Reckoning and resolve is beast mode.

[@grant1650]

And he broke his orbital bone in the second round to go along with the broken arm. Crazy stuff

[@sifromwales5452]

Well said Mike, it's good to hear such high praise from one fighter to another.

[@moxeus]

Chandler continues to impress me more and more. Not afraid to fight in absolute wars, humble enough to give other fighters their props, based on TUF seems like an excellent coach and mentor, given what we know about his personal life seems like an excellent human. Kudos to you man, you're an excellent role model.

[@Tyler500x]

Chandler seems to have the best setup out of any fighter with a youtube channel. The audio quality alone is outstanding.

[@zrakodeloco]

Michael, you didn't even mention that he fractured his orbital. All of that and he never slowed. Unbelievable Also we appreciate the content Mike. Always cool getting to know fighters outside of the octagon, especially one's as humble and thoughtful as you are. Thank you.

[@AlternateMichael]

That man has a chin! He was taking some heavy blows that most would've been finished by especially the kicks to the head, face and mouth. That man is tough

[@gabrielplattes6253]

Jalen is an absolute beast, & Dan overcame - this fight was amazing! The credit of both rose. This should have been fight of the night, if not the year. ✌😄

[@michaelkonelio7452]

Jalen is a fraud….he’s a weight bully and can’t make weight. Missed weight against Dan and this isn’t his first time missing weight.

[@MentallyAddicted]

I love the respect you have for others in your craft. Well said Micheal.

[@CRAIG5835]

Me being a fiercely patriotic Kiwi and a CKB fan from way back, thanks for the great rap for Dan. As Izzy says, 'Humble, I'll tell you what humble is, Having Dan Hooker all over you, and hanging off you at training, THAT is humbling.' Re the 'It's just a scratch' quote, we Kiwis national game is Rugby and one of the toughest players in the history of our national team the All Blacks was the late Colin Meads, or Pine Tree as he was known, in a game against the mighty South African team the Springboks,in the 1960's Piney broke his arm early in the game. He played a blinder of a game and next day when the press learned of the broken arm they naturally asked him about it and asked how painful it must be, esp playing the Springboks (where the entire 15 players are all like Dricus DuPlessis, tough bastards.) Mead's answer was, 'It's just a scratch' and that went down in New Zealand rugby folklore, no doubt internationally admired by opposition players as well, he was well respected and liked among his peers even thouh they were playing rugby, a very combative sport, just like US football but without the helmet and padding. Meads went on to play the entire 4 games of the Sth African tour, in a plaster cast. Dan was too young to remember the incident, actually, I don't think he was born yet when it happened, but his father most likely told Dan about the legendary Colin Meads when Dan was still shitting his pants as a kid. Mike, all the best for the rest of your career. You are a tuff bastid who knows how to fight and it would be cool to see you 'Strap up' someday. Whatever you do in the UFC, have fun brother, tis but a small part of your life is the fighting so best to enjoy it while you are still doing it. RESPEC sir.

[@Lemontarts01]

Michael. I dont follow you on social media, but this showed up in my feed. I can never turn a video away from you. You're an inspiration dude. And amazing to listen to as you're so kind, but still very stoic and self believing. Bless you man i wish you the best

[@garyclarke2385]

I never understood how people were claiming Dan was done...his try at 145lb just shows how willing to fight at anytime, anyplace and any weight.... IZZY WAS RIGHT WHEN SAYING DAN IS A PHYSCO !! AND PUSHES YOU TO YOUR LIMITS IN SKB TRAINING... JUST LIKE YOU MIKE, FIGHTING ANYONE WHO IS ASKED.... 🇺🇲🇺🇲🙏🤜🤛🙏🇮🇪🇮🇪

[@killerkendro]

Yeh same, 80% of mma fans are idiots. Dans only lost to the absolute best of the division. He’s elite

[@blahbizzle]

This is the channel I've been waiting for. An honest, unbiased channel from a man who knows MMA. Keep up the brilliant reviews. Thanks MC

[@ShotgunGuenni]

Dan is the fugging man since the beginning, people forget his wars and the matches agains Felder, poirier and whatnot He does not turn down a fight and he does not cry and you Michael are the man as well! Awesome channel you got here , outspoken, honest and detailed , all the best to you and your family my man💪🏻

[@tylercruse2402]

Is it time for Alvarez rematch?

[@Nickstamos32]

Bro nobody has ever forgotten the Poirer fight..

[@Keezybeats]

Him and whatnot really went to war

[@Precognition40k]

The Felder call out was amazing haha

[@iSnaaacky]

What about the war with Barboza. Most new fans would of never seen this fight and people were saying he was finished after it.

[@TheTMS726]

Dan Hooker is a beast. Great breakdown, all class as usual 👊🏼

[@ThePwnEggs]

Chandler is such a brilliant mind in the sport. Love his well thought out, hard working, humble, stoic ways.

[@hustleplastic4179]

It's nice to see a warrior putting respect on another warrior, Chandler is the man!

[@MixYourWay]

Might be wrong but he kind of clips turner with a really precise 1-2 to the his chin, after which he backed up stumbling to the cage where he almost got RNCd 😮 Dan said his right arm had not power at all... But he was actually picking precise shots with it lol! Madness. Watching it live I never noticed he wasn't using it all that much.

[@xinsanedefeatx]

Dan lowkey the real BMF, when he says anyone, anytime, anywhere, he actually means it Guy has taken bad, short notice matchups over and over Broken arm and broken orbital? Just a scratch 😅

[@alanhowell9145]

Dude, chandler deserves every bit of success hes getting right now. Such a solid entertainer and well spoken.

[@Spliffmauler]

I really love the level of respect you show other fighters. Refreshing to see fighters giving eachother props.

[@patricknez7258]

Dan seems like a super tough guy. Happy for him to get the W. Showed heart and spirit and took the fight back. Impressive

[@lukeluna3732]

@michaelchandler it takes one to know one my friend. Id love to see calculated patience and wrstling mixed in you can be champ. 💯

[@markdavis8430]

Mike you might not want to be a coach when your done But the ufc will have you working with them is some capacity! Charismatic as they come and a absolute warrior 🤘

[@Smallblock_chev]

I appreciate his humility, really cool breakdown. And what better way to boost a win you had than by talking him up! Looking forward to both guys next fight

[@easyj100]

I don't know why, but I keep enjoying Michael's podcasts more and more than other channels. Figther's insight.

[@BluesHound100]

I love this appreciation of one warrior from another. Dan Hooker was unbeatable that night 🔥

[@Stuck_in_the_70s]

Great take on it from MC (always impartial and ever classy). Big respect to Dan Hooker he’s always in exciting fights - and never turns down the fights that some others don’t seem to want (Makhachev, Chandler, Allen & Turner amongst others) he’s just fought a long list of killers going all the way back to Yair in 2015. I’m glad to see him back to winning ways in his last couple of fights.

[@anasshahid224]

Really enjoying the UFC 290 content Michael Chandler, you’ve got a great career in broadcasting after retirement, you’ve got such an eye for detail, so much knowledge of the fight game my man 👏👏👏👏

[@Ezra_Haze]

Hey Michael, you ever thought about doing commentary after you’re done fighting, I think you’d be superb.

[@jameskoiman]

I agree with every word , you're a class act Michael

[@shiftclicked]

So darn true everything you said. Love how humble you are when speaking about others, not many like that

[@MrArthurKF]

Respect to you MC. You keep it real and speak it like it is. That’s what’s up. Major respect.

[@MrArthurKF]

Yeah he did the Oliveira lol

[@DanCantStandYA]

Poirer and Hooker changed each other that night they fought.

[@jasonjewell1667]

A warrior gives props to another warrior. Dan is an absolute monster.

[@chrismason3614]

Hey Mike! Just sending our love from new Zealand! Your very honest and humble and thnks for the realness. See ya at the top brother!

[@coleeg69]

Blonde Hair Dan Hooker is a Mystical Fighter! Mystical Fighter unlocked!

[@jnbz13]

Hats off to you for the amount of honesty you carry mike you are a real one . Love from nz ❤

[@JamesDeCastro]

Great input on this! Glad to see you giving Dan praise and seeing how he was the only one who would fight you in the beginning👌🏻 This fight could’ve also been fight of the Night if not for the Co-main. Keep these vids coming💪🏻🍿

[@seantomuri6672]

Damn, I've never watched your videos before, but this was great. Open, honesty about former scenarios in your career and calculated analysis / insight. Cheers for this! Heard he said the reason he got head kicked was because his arm was immobile and couldn't block it. Savage.

[@kenwoods9247]

Oh Danny boy! The fights, the fights are calling you!

[@KerioFive]

I love the respect, Mike. You're a true champion

[@HighFightIQ]

He had a broken orbital bone too. I presume from that loud AF kick that we all thought was the beginning of the end for Hooker in that fight. Such a G.

[@da6power3223]

Chandler I’m now a bigger fan of yours. Such a great analysis and kind words of Dan. Being a kiwi this was great to hear and you are one of my faves to watch mate. I had know idea you posted on yt. Definitely following your journey 👌🔥

[@arakiozakaki]

today is the first day ive ever watched videos from you and i love the respect and honesty from you michael☆ its refreshing to hear an active fighter giving mad respect to a fellow competitor✨

[@chryslertechnician3439]

Yes Dan is a SAVAGE 🔥🔥🔥💯💯💯💯

[@beegchunguz7425]

You also still have it you guys are the top dogs and am always honored to watch your fights.

[@kezw2669]

Respect for making this video about Dan!

[@jamesdobson2819]

Mike I just wanted to say, this man also fought with a fracture/break in his orbital bone. Which I found visible after round 1 as he didn't want the enswell applied to his cheek though it was swollen. I'm not sure if you releases this before that knowledge was public but that's just another reason to treasure this man. I've seen fighters stop or quit from far less and not only was he brutalised in the 1st he must have been questioning what the hell am I doing in here but to turn it around and see the tarantula with the 1000 yard stare during the 2nd and 3rd round was absolutely stunning it goes to show its never over until it's over. Thankyou for your honest opinion and breakdown of past and possibly future opponents you could have brought him down like alot of others would but instead you've built him up and turned him into the kiwi warrior that he always will be. You sir are a true gentleman and the real reason conor is ducking you is because he knows that iron mike has already dominated his will and destroyed his confidence your an animal mike we salute you, thankyou for the blood, sweat and tears over the years.

[@maxwelldunlay4256]

Great analysis and I agree completely. What a fight that was.

[@ChasingCarp]

Love the amount of respect, this is what we need to see everyone deserves respect stay safe out there people 🙏👌🏼

[@wbooyzen]

Bro, the most honest and articulate fighter on the roster. Appreciate your vulnerability champ. Can't wait to see you in the octagon again. How are we not seeing more of you in the commentary and analysis???

[@r3dwulfbeats13]

im a maori / kiwi fm N.Z. big CKB fan but madd respect to Michael Chandler for been st8 up. real class act!!

[@calvinleney8649]

honestly you just made my day u are a tru legend

[@Vex-iy8zm]

With the McGregor fight unlikely and everybody busy you could always book Chandler Hooker 2. These two guys will always deliver fireworks.

[@ameer8011]

Brilliant video, reminded me of why you're so likeable. Keep them up & keep up the honesty and realness

[@travismcgrath1373]

“Dustin turned the fight down” yeah for red panty night lmao 😂❤

[@Tommy-dp5sk]

Great video Mike, I hope Dan see's + reacts to this. I love seeing past competitors give each other props.

[@jimmysskits6694]

Great to see the respect and admiration 👏🏻

[@chryslertechnician3439]

Dan is a BEAST

[@jrkovar]

Mike’s honesty, insight, and respect are always refreshing and thought provoking. I can’t help but admire his passion as a fighter, though he is not quite among my favorites - I wish he’d protect himself long enough to maintain his killer athletic edge deeper into a fight - but he is one of my favorite commentators. Long live the Iron Man

[@peterk2735]

It's crazy to me that he has such a deep insight into the sport, but then goes in and fights contrary to any common sense. That's why I love him though, never a boring fight!

[@HariTuru]

Very proud of him

[@lout9231]

Dope video and amazing to hear you share that respect. The interview Dan gave saying how he saw a couple boys from the main event walk in to the ER bloodied up had him saying shit didn’t get fight of the night lmaooo

[@torarinvik4920]

Dan Hooker's toughness was on full display in his fight against Edson Barboza. He took one of the worst beatings ever and his abs were totally tenderised from all the brutal kicks he absorbed. But he didn't quit for a second, and when he collapsed it was because his body quit not his mind. His fight with Dustin Porier is one of the craziest slugfests I have ever seen and I have seen most of them. I never expected Dustin to throw caution to the wind like that, they basically blast each other with huge punches non-stop for 5 rounds. Extremely entertaining fight.

[@sundin57]

That Barboza fight was tough to watch at times. Love Dan

[@torarinvik4920]

@@sundin57 agree!

[@johnmella9226]

Hey bro, you got my sub. Insightful, egoless analysis. Looking forward to more vids. 👏

[@amhawk8742]

Forgot to mention that headkick breaking his orbital at the start of the second round and him coming back and rocking Jalin less than 2 minutes later! Dan Hooker didn't look as clean a striker as Jalin in round 1, but he's proved his chin and that performance was phenomenal considering he broke not 1 but 2 bones and proceeded to get the W against a much younger, larger opponent.

[@WhaleRider-bi8yf]

Dan is my favorite fighter always has been always will be and your guys fight is what made me a fan of you as well ❤

[@Onlybadtakes2589]

You always need to big up your wins. Good stuff Chandler

[@gabrielplattes6253]

On Chandler's original thoughts on his fight with Hooker, - pure class, pure class! ✌😄

[@tjones666]

Man I love your honesty. We never really got to see your real personality in Bellator (but witnessed some awesome fights). You stock just keeps on rising in my books Michael Chandler. Can't wait to see you fight again, but love these vids & seeing you on TUF.

[@theunknownprojects6159]

Sending the love from Scotland .. man chandler I’ve never been a fan…been a great admirer … you now have a won over fan from Scotland and I’ll be routing for you against Connor. Such a nice guy and I wish I could have your patience and humble attitude in life. You make an amazing human being and an amazing father. Sending the love brother 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@gabrielplattes6253]

A solid rear naked choke attempt with a broken arm... Utterly insane! 😶

[@Raynman755]

Cheers from New Zealand Mike You’re a stud to brother💯💪🏽🇳🇿💙

[@jarrovian-9716]

What a G mike is! This video makes me like him even more what a great dude man giving Dan his props like that is top class cos let’s be honest there’s not many people in the ufc that are tougher than Dan hooker and that goes for Any weight class too. The fact he was still punching with that arm is insane and he was really putting some pop in the shots too I’ve broke bones (wrist & tib and fib) and the fact he was still fighting never mind throwing bombs with his broken arm is absolutely nuts!

[@stevofoo]

Respect both of you man!!!! 🙌🙌🙌

[@lewisrowney6565]

Love these break downs , honest and positive , keep it up ma man !!

[@shanenicholas8742]

Love this!

[@marcussos3287]

They breed them tough down here in New Zealand brother! Always welcome to come visit CKB and I have a spare room for you Mike!

[@causewhynot6485]

Big fan of how you give other fighters legitimate compliments, and never sleep on Dan hes so tough like I couldn’t imagine trying to knock someone out with a broken arm

[@paularaki-metcalfe9725]

Such great compliments about Dan Hooker from a legend. Shows how great Michael Chandler is as a great fighter, and a decent human being. Enjoy the journey. Paul Araki-Metcalfe (ex Kiwi) living in Western Australia.

[@indridcold1206]

Great to see other fighters even in the same division giving props and credit where its due. Nice work Chandler. Respect.