Eugene Bareman Still Gets 'Flashbacks' of Israel Adesanya's Knockout Loss To Alex Pereira

Eugene Bareman talks about a "fractured" phase of City Kickboxing's training and how everyone needed "a kick in the behind" to prepare for UFC 281, why Israel Adesanya was the last to come around, his reaction to criticism of Adesanya's performance against Jared Cannonier, what he expects from Alex Pereira at UFC 281, how he has "flashbacks" to Adesanya's knockout loss to Pereira and told a "boldface lie" to keep him to keep him from coming back too soon.
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[@Lockedincombat]

"He is the King to you , not a King to me " .. that's a man who built him

[@samueljholly]

word

[@bblwarrantydepartment981]

*helped build him

[@anthonyortiz4538]

Eugene is very very special and I respect him immensely

[@mattasiofficial]

Shout out to Tony from Combat TV 🇳🇿. Happy he’s getting a mention over here 🎉

[@LawfulTriviumGaming]

Guy is a legend! Stoked he got a shoutout

[@unclefester831]

Eugene Bareman is more than just a great coach. He’s a mentor for his fighters. Izzy, Brad, Dan & everybody at CKB are very lucky to have Eugene in their corner.

[@juxhinmeminaj3446]

😂😂😂

[@Rooxie973]

@@juxhinmeminaj3446 Respect

[@kurtman8954]

This man deserves so much more respect from New Zealand, for the amount he’s done he’s very under appreciated

[@sithari518]

True legend. Love this team

[@uncletom886]

Be more specific you mean NZ media, because all kiwis support him n his team plus respect .

[@Dan-hn1lx]

Yeah your too right maybe Jacinta Adern can apologize to everyone for CKB kicking everyone's ass.....

[@adolfBBC]

As a kiwi he should be regarded in the same light as sir Graham Henry our best ever all blacks head coach. What he has done for our country and his fighters is second to none. Even more so he has allowed for inspiration and that old school kiwi brotherhood. As a young man these people inspire me hugely.

[@christianmasina9745]

@@adolfBBC should be but back home govt always put there resources in rugby so many great sports miss out especially MMA we love fighting love a good 1 outz

[@subhamoysengupta8955]

So that's double flashbacks for Eugene now...

[@averagegiuseppe5640]

owww. that's rude.

[@supersupera82]

nah. izzy killed that fool 💀💀💯

[@handsolo1546]

You can tell how much Eugene cares as a coach. He is not a one hit wonder and refuses to allow yes men mentality prevail once they hit a certain level of success. It's paying off with his fighters. You can see Israel actively avoids the trappings of fame to stay focused as a fighter

[@taneranathan]

Love the phrase you used, “Yes Men.” Big problem in MMA today where a lot of coaches try to live their career through their fighters. Eugene does not give an EFF! He wants what’s best for his team and doesn’t care who’s feelings get hurt in the process. Incredible Coach!

[@abrown2130]

Tika

[@nichan2475]

No, you can't.

[@stephenroberts8890]

If anyone deserves a Figurine in Helwani’s studio it is Eugene Bareman ….. the fighters are very fortunate to have him grace their corner 👏🏻

[@drazendukat4013]

Eugene is such an imposing figure absolutely worth of all the respect in the world. Great to hear his perspective on these things.

[@crimson7846]

I love how this man represents my home country

[@adolfBBC]

Yeah as a kiwi this guy should be talked about in the same light as Graham. Hopefully as mma is becoming bigger he gets his recognition, not that it probably means all that much to him. Down to earth lad.

[@rushwolf-nzl9546]

@@adolfBBC FACTS^^

[@THAHANDLER]

@@adolfBBC FACTS X2^

[@MadVill04]

@@adolfBBC FACTS X3^

[@BeerusNZ]

@@adolfBBC factssssssssssss

[@mattybanks1624]

Loved the honesty and rare insight of this interview, well done guys great job

[@papa.Li.004]

That line "He might be your king but not mine" was fire. You can tell he's not a "yes man" type of coach.

[@1999_reborn]

This is probably the best MMA interview I’ve ever seen

[@Last_Chance.]

Eugene sure has put on some weight since the old days. I remember when he was about 30 pounds lighter. He was one of the best coaches I ever had back in my kickboxing days. Glad to see he's doing so good.

[@markdavis8430]

Haha good one

[@thomasclark5413]

Lol ok bro

[@Burn_Disney_Burn]

Lmaoo 😅 my kickboxing days haha u mean when u played ufc 1??? Lol

[@Point_n_Shoot]

Bums on the internet don’t believe you b/c they haven’t done anything in their lives. They can’t imagine it unless they’ve seen it online. Wishing you all the best bro!

[@eliazar5749]

@@Burn_Disney_Burn 😂

[@stefanocioni2587]

Wow; what a coach; he single handedly extended his rest to allow a recovery to minimise injury and permanent brain damage in adesanya middle or late career

[@karsam7751]

This is the healthiest relationship that coach and fighter can ever have. Not always peaches and cherries. There are disagreements, arguments and compromises

[@adolfBBC]

That's what money can't buy. Alot of these guys that decide to switch up gyms to have better runs often succumb to this exact problem. They go into a gym and are surrounded by yes men because they're paying well. Tough love is the best love. Long live CKB

[@love8331]

Couch 😂😂😂😂

[@THAHANDLER]

@@adolfBBC couldn't have worded it better, CKB on top

[@alcottdevalte7440]

Can't deny Eugene and Javier Mendez being the best coaches now. Adesanya is capable of being technical aggressive as well, and I hope Eugene has worked on that even though the other way around is much easier for them but boring to watch, especially if it happens too often...

[@BiggestArmInWestLinnOregon]

No

[@stacrafty]

@@BiggestArmInWestLinnOregon jog on casual

[@gunnar4554]

I'm not so sure about Javier. His resume speaks for itself I suppose, but I don't think his mind is on this level.

[@Last_Chance.]

They are both Legends in their own rite.

[@alcottdevalte7440]

@@gunnar4554 Javier is the only coach that has trained 6 UFC champions and several other champions, so he is the best for sure. When it comes to having the best resume; Abdulmanap trained around 30 champions. No else MMA coach can say that.

[@christandcombat]

Loved the honesty and how he didn't dodge questions but gave you more than you asked.

[@markwrenn5965]

You can certainly see why he is indeed held in such high regard. His team is fortunate to have him on their side.

[@kurtglathar5162]

I think one of the most salient points here is that Eugene tries so hard to keep the fighters' egos in check. This guy really does push these fighters to the limit, and it is clearly paying off. I especially like the part where he said they don't brag about their camp and fighters because when they do give them praise, it has a lot more meaning.

[@friscofatseas5696]

This interview was fire, coach is dialed in on another level

[@niallsubway3650]

One of your all time best interviews Ariel, you should be proud.

[@michaelbird6829]

My thinking too. Respectful and great insights from Ariel. On ya mate 🤙🏼

[@Burn_Disney_Burn]

EUGENE is so cool man, just grounded and humble as a head coach ive ever seen. Good luck man

[@samueljholly]

it’s always cool to hear this guy speak

[@chicolucero4468]

I can’t say enough about Eugene’s Authenticity!!! This guy is super stand up as most of the people from this region of the world are just unique in that way. Mad respect 🌺🤙🏼

[@mrspiff6955]

Sensei Eugene! The man behind the CKB dynasty.

[@terrycotton5895]

Eugene would be the 1st to correct you that he only one part of a very large ckb team.

[@XxElliot90]

Dynasty? They have 1 champion for like 3 years lol

[@sndjdnsjej]

@@XxElliot90 oof you definitely know a lot

[@DonLopetegui]

@@XxElliot90 imagine forgetting about the p4p best fighter on the planet. Casual

[@juniorcripsta2430]

@@XxElliot90 2 of his champs are 1 and 2 p4p

[@CaptainKuki]

Tony @ CombatTV is a legendary supporter of our NZ combat scene

[@GoznerPeter]

First interview I watched of him, amazed, much respect.

[@mphommopi3728]

This man really love Izzy and his well being. Izzy is the man to keep people that are not yes sir man. With a team like this he will be on top for a very long time.

[@WhaleRider-bi8yf]

Bareman is honestly the man agree with him on everything he says man such a good coach and the boys should use there ears around him 👍 dudes right about volk should stay focused on his division for now

[@mmd2156]

Eugene Bareman, mate you're a a true TOA. The honesty that you brought with you took me back to New ZEALAND! All the respect in the world for this man. I hope his fighters appreciate him for who he is. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@damonspijkerbosch6299]

Interesting coming back to this. Dan and Carlos responded first to pushing in training and won their fights. Brad and Izzy were last to respond and lost. Buzzy...

[@lesblase3667]

New Zealand Legend 🇳🇿

[@wadaphuq]

23:13 Eugene is the ultimate gamesman! Smiling just thinking about the skill level of it

[@delta2080]

So much admiration for this coach! Great interview!

[@MFBOOM100]

Eugene is such a great coach, an integral part of why CKB is world renowned and top tier, pushing his boys to the limit for their greater good 💯💯💯 good luck to the boys LETS GO CKB!! 💯💯💯👍👍👍

[@franciscocardona4260]

Great interview!!!

[@JudoHighlights2015]

Dude lies to his fighters to save them brain damage. Legend.

[@allhandsonsteamdeck1440]

EUGENE IS A FIGHTING GURU NOT JUST A COACH JUST LIKE THE NOSE IS A GURU ON THE SPORT 👍😊

[@HopeandPeace4]

Eugene you such a humble coach and tough:

[@canadianbacon8220]

This man really only tells the truth

[@Synth2000]

I love all the people I kow from New Zealand, such cool, relaxed happy vibes to them.

[@nkechiota9165]

Wow!!! the understanding of the response coming from The Main Man , Eugene himself, no wonder the City kickboxing team is doing just Great. Infact this team is unique. A combination of intelligent, cool calculated, home trained good spirited good men coming together, bonding together to channel a single course with reasonable understanding, innovating , unified bond, giving this game their best shots. This is why this team is unique indeed and their are earning recognition, respect good results. City kickboxing team is always committed to the job they are doing. The total feedback from the Big man himself, Eugene Barman is awesome. if I understood him well they were not interested in what people think or say about Izzy's fight with Jared. Izzy got the job done in any ways. We ain't interested to entertaining, I love this. We, the fans are not interested in Izzy coming into the Octagon to entertain but to win. We are loving what Izzy is doing and we will continue to support him, even with our complimentary remarks. Izzy even said, I am the one with the belt, if you want it, come get it , but fighters at 185 are coming with fire and brimstone and their are not getting it. You think they are happy? But this team meant business and they are not playing about it.Tasking themselves extra, telling each other the frank truth the chief Couch said it all. Even as a man of not many words. The team realizing the truth and accepting it is the key. stretch themselves in house, is awesome. Setting high goals for themselves and it is paying off. Kudos to Couches and team. Wishing you Guys all the best at UFC 281. Protect yourselves at all times. Stay safe.

[@dougieefresh1829]

How refreshing is this and such a change of what you come to expect of the typical cliche answers were all used to hearing as fight fans. Much respect, and certainly an easy guy and team to root for IMO.

[@robd5995]

After hearing this I’m convinced Dan gets the win and Izzy gets knocked out.

[@a.e.mendoza]

Just off work and treated to back-to back CKB coverage. Ariel doin the lords work lol.

[@shanemcpoil123]

Best interview I can Remember. Ariel is 1 of the best

[@CHBMovies]

He's gonna be having flashbacks for a while now

[@activeunsub]

The famous Eugene "Burymen" "Berryman" "Barryman" Bareman

[@benwilsonMMA]

Well the flashbacks prove to be an Omen from a shaman in Brazil

[@danielgibson971]

Much respect, coach

[@pappsz1754]

Man what a sick interview, Eugene is the coaching goat!

[@anasshahid224]

Eugene Bareman one of the best coaches in the sport, amazing job with the fighters at CKB, all warriors 👏👏👏👏

[@thewillow0000]

Man I love this dude.

[@KhalifBeats]

If you hate on this type of moment, you haven't lived a worthwhile life and understood what it takes to be apart of something larger than yourself. He's not just a coach to Izzy, but he has the respect and admiration of his students. That's something you EARN over decades of experience and sacrifice.

[@N1CH0LAS007]

Eugene 🐐 Bareman ladies & gentleman one of the best MMA coaches in the world 🏆🏆

[@Patrick7joseph]

The real deal. Legend

[@IAmIcepro]

Respect brother Eugene, Aotearoa rockin with u and the boys #GameOver

[@chiefkaha5650]

Cracked up at the intro “haha I know” 😂😂😂

[@emmanuelkayode3706]

Izzy should listen to his coaches more. They have been with him from the beginning. You can't outshine your master.

[@SOLRACHIGH]

Eugene is solid! Met him randomly in front of MSG and he was so cool and clam when I asked for a pic !

[@yrn_glucose]

Listening to Coach Bareman talk about Izzy’s issue with not pressing the action and instead waiting for openings made me think about Silva. Though everyone knew Silva was the best counterstriker, he was still able to make people come at him and untimately school them and often ko them. Izzy just doesn’t quite have that level in him to get other fighters to open up and leave themselves vulnerable.

[@jessetippit7958]

It's not about that level in him, it's about fighters in Silva's day had way worse fight IQ and it was a much more swang and bang era

[@yrn_glucose]

@@jessetippit7958 what’s worse fight IQ in your opinion? Get leg kicked at range for 25 minutes and lose (Cannonier, Romero, etc) or at least try to break the wall that Silva put up (Weidman eventually did it to Silva but after 10 people failed first)

[@twondagreat8893]

@@yrn_glucose Silva also didn't fight a Costa, Cannioner (when in Silva's prime), Kelvin, Whitaker and Romero 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@yrn_glucose]

@@twondagreat8893 he fought Chael Sonnen twice. That trumps all those guys 10 times over.

[@Pafuki25]

@@yrn_glucose 😂😂😂😂

[@llokey1132]

wow really good mindset from this man!

[@youthbuild91]

This is constructive, this is the opposite of the mcgregor/Kavanagh relationship

[@ralphfigaro4485]

"Nah I'm getting the hell outer here" , Eugene can't wait to get back home to New Zealand. Love it

[@pro275]

NZ culture is 💯 tall poppy syndrome but that’s what keeps us grounded

[@snesleywipessqueegeeservices]

Ariel: The CKB guys are NOT widespread heroes in NZ. *We, 'the people' love them* but the media and official bodies, the Government either don't know or don't want to know about them. I promise this is true. Please jump on, other NZers if I'm lying.

[@JackyTMusic]

Nah, you're totally right. Terrible lack of support. I'm an aussie n the same here, the lack of media and celebration and support for alex, rob atm is so gross. Even Powerplay promotions creating kickboxing champs here is barely even noticed. There's a reason kiwi and aussies are champion fighters, and perhaps part of it comes from being so neglected n having it tough at home. Hope in my lifetime i see these great men n women get their respect n backing from countries they represent. My Dad is 74 and sends me any media he finds on alex; he only reads mainstream media and its so rare he texts me ha.

[@msizinkosi3481]

Eugene on making the boys train even harder ~ "It was super necessary"

[@chrisloboda7331]

Why TF is Eugene so GD mesmerizing to listen to? lol

[@jaymallo7859]

There are so many great coaches but Eugene and Trevor Whitman to me are my favorite 2 coaches and they both truly care for their fighters and it’s not about them. I hope Izzy shows up and puts it on Alex P.

[@vee8599]

Ariel blowing the whole team

[@Neuri]

As they say in the NBA “He a real one”

[@BilliStatus]

I like how Eugene wanted Izzy to be more offensive in his fight against Canonier.

[@MrEyesof9]

Odd, he doesn’t take any responsibility for the “complacencies.” Wouldn’t it be safe to assume if it was a team-wide deficiency... well then the team leader and so forth, no?

[@ltesla7139]

Israel you fought a good fight, but you need stay off from the fence and work on your ground/take down seek Usman and Ngannou team prep wrestling jiujitsu. Better version Champ Izzy 2.0

[@tipenemason8421]

Something is off at KCB. Congrats on the win Carlos

[@ruhindabenjamin9655]

Pretty sure, this is going to turn in a meme 28:50 😂😂

[@jasongaudreau2075]

If you think about it, he is a leader of only a handful of gyms, that have multiple champions. Like being in charge of the most lethal hand to hand combat army on earth. AKA and old Chute Boxe, ATT, all lil armies.

[@BilliStatus]

What’s your point?

[@jasongaudreau2075]

@@BilliStatus that usa has quite a few well trained, hand to hand combat warriors, above and beyond our military.

[@xinsanedefeatx]

6:09 shame no one told Kavanaugh that he could say that years ago

[@ラッセル9728]

now he is reminded again...

[@bondjames4053]

Respect man is a GOAT

[@John-gh2lz]

Feel like Jared had that type of 1 punch knock out power . Nothing that izzy hasn't faced before

[@stam7250]

Wtf are these comments

[@celestialjairmey4909]

The usual idiots on the internet

[@kingeboyd]

Idk bro. Mma community is toxic af

[@joshuadeleon9587]

It happened again. Poatan just has his number.

[@skellyjell]

Can someone explain to me, how the story about not letting Izzy fight for a year after Alex KO works? Looking at his record, it looks like the KO was 4th March 2017 and then he fought MMA 28 July 2017?

[@Rooxie973]

Good call. Izzy had 2 first round finishes and became middleweight champion in two Australian MMA organisations in between his KO loss to Pereira and moving to UFC one year later. I guess Eugene totally forgot lol

[@BilliStatus]

Damn… why you doin Eugene dirty with internet research?

[@Burn_Disney_Burn]

I love style bender but this one gonna be tough , if he wins everybody has to put more respect on Izzys name.

[@jefftaylor8644]

If there is not a coach in the ufc hall of fame, I would say by the time he is finished he should be the first one to be inducted.

[@kylecunningham9793]

Yeah Shout out Tony!

[@drgreenthumb2190]

Just normal man from the bush in New Zealand who loves his hunting hasn't let fame take over his soul and he's keeped his fighters grounded it's why izzy has stayed on top for so long and not turned into like McGregor with money

[@franciscosandiego3026]

Chael is the goat of mma that's all

[@Last_Chance.]

That's sir Chael to you. Have some respect.

[@ardnfast]

@@Last_Chance. 😆😆

[@truman368]

This guy is way more likable than any of his fighters

[@overtblowfish4439]

bruh even in the podcast he's whispering

[@Blackopme]

19:48 coach still get flashback “

[@ZedianB]

Ariel is the GOAT of MMA media 👏🏾👏🏾

[@boytoy619]

Where can I find the full episode?

[@thetruth5357]

Ayeee 🔥🔥🔥

[@kevinhoward7194]

Good fulla

[@gc-hn4ky]

him is pushing his fighters to burnout is his downfall

[@Dickson_Sider]

damn i’m typing this right as weili vs esparza bout to start. But i just thought.. the first two who eugene said responded first, won impressively.. brad lost, and izzy… the big question! 😅

[@nextstepsenglish]

I would've loved to have seen Joanna work with Eugene. I feel like ATT ruined her.

[@tarique.c3331]

True, but she was on her way out mentally by that time.