Full Fight: Brutal 1st Round KO w/ Belize Training Camp Story & Lesson

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

We got Mark for the giveaway win guys. Get subbed and hit that bell notification to be ready for future giveaways.

[@Eduardo_Panceri]

Nice to see the respect at the end of the fight, a true champion.

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

As odd as it probably sounds to hear a fighter say it "I really don't like hurting my opponents". I've finally come to terms with the fact I have to otherwise I'll get hurt and I understand it's part of the sport but respect to a damaged opponent is an absolute must. I can't stand fighters to taunt their opponents after scoring a KO over them. Awful behaviour.

[@theunknown1426]

MARK OF A TRUE WARRIOR

[@app369]

Honest Gabe, such a class act in and out of the ring/cage. True sportsmanship on display after the KO.

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

It's so important to me. I'm glad lots of people agree respect for your opponent should be on display more.

[@brians7901]

Your hands are so much better than a lot of kickboxers. The way you put your combos together is insane

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Thanks dude. I love a good hand combo. That's why Andy Souwer is one of my favourite fighters.

[@brians7901]

@@GabrielVargaOfficial It seems like a lot of kickboxers are incredible kickers but lacking in the boxing department. You are equally effective with both it's a lot of fun to watch!

[@swekiwi4517]

Herr in Sweden st purblocsl gym it's the opposite 😂 ​@@brians7901

[@gavinvales8928]

I love the way you fight, you're like a surgeon

[@MAYH3M0NE]

Don't sleep on this guy, put some respect on his name! What a fighter.

[@vinnyvan8851]

Honestly Gabriels humble demeanor makes me wanna listen to him even more ! Helps that he is also one of the best

[@stephenpaek9175]

I've never seen such a detailed breakdown of fight strategy and tactics from the perspective of a pro fighter in boxing, kickboxing or MMA. There are some channels with good breakdowns and insights, but not from a pro fighter, and nothing with this level of insight. It's truly outstanding and sets your channel on a completely different level from others. Thank you Gabriel! I've subbed and hit that bell!

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

I'm so glad to hear that. Thanks for the sub and I hope you enjoy the future content.

[@brians7901]

Dude should seriously get into commentary when he retires

[@ZENIGMATV]

UFC should replace Rogan with Gab.

[@remyhavoc4463]

@@ZENIGMATV The MMA community prefers the iconic "OHHHHH"s and controversial takes than actual in depth analyses though XD

[@Tulizukka]

One of the most well-spoken, well-read, knowledgeable and honourable fighter i've seen YT. Such a pleasure to watch your content.

[@davecrain7742]

game you know i drop in here often but i gotta say it again: you've really upped your level with the editing,thumbnails,and personal energy. I'm proud to have been here from the beginnings :) you deserve it.

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Thanks man. I appreciate your support right from the beginning. The hardest improvement was the energy 😆😄 Just putting that energy out there with no one in the room while filming. But now I just imagine I'm teaching a seminar and my natural teaching energy comes out.

[@davecrain7742]

@@GabrielVargaOfficial striking similarity there between being a performing musician and a fighter in that way: the nerves and anxious energy of the crowd ignites us for better or worse...hard to get that organically whenever you're alone and press "record"

[@seppukun208]

Wow a fighter that is super humble, NO ANNOYING EGOS, and works his ass off. That is why you’re successful. And that is why you are an incredible inspiration!

[@Richardson_mma]

Thanks Gabriel! Such a humble guy for everything you have achieved! You’re a beast 🙏🏻

[@holamiamojeff3021]

i really like that you took a knee at the end and the way you dealt with being away from your typical place of training and how you adapted to the situation. Great stuff!!

[@TheWasteOspace]

Just discovered your channel and I love the articulate breakdowns and thought process behind what you do. The channel is getting momentum and will inevitably take off! Great, great work!

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Thanks so much for the kind words. I'm looking forward to that time. KaaaBOOOM. It's slow going but like you said the momentum is building.

[@bongkem2723]

that last punch behind the ear is dangerous !!! the respect at the end of the fight is a nice gesture, kudo !!!

[@antoinericquebourg3131]

Funny moment, at the beginning of the video Gabriel celebrates his 10K subscribers, at the moment I watched it, a year later, he had 141K. His hard work and the value he brings is recognized and that's great to see. Thanks again Gabriel for all the great content and wonderful attitude you show in all your videos. You're truly inspiring.

[@carwrapsupplier354]

It is nice to hear you were able to have fun and defend your title too! Props for the respect for the opponent being hurt, this is nice to see.

[@rosemont5339]

Really appreciate the respect shown. We all want to go home to our families at the end of the night.

[@MikeD-hn9hf]

Your content is priceless, Gabriel! Keep it coming dude! Thank you!!!

[@lobrundell4264]

Even the corner takes a knee! We love to see it

[@stormzorz6754]

Congrats on 10k subs! I won the gloves from this fight in your giveaway in 2019. They look great in my living room display case. Can't wait to see your next fight!

[@freezeframeplease]

the respect is what separates average fighters from professional ones

[@victorperez-cr6gs]

I had never heard of you but I'm glad I found about you. You are a great fighter and polite and smart person.

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

I appreciate that and welcome to the channel.

[@whoknows8223]

This fight breakdowns are really good. Explaining/teaching us your fight iq. Really enjoy viewing them with your explanation of your moves and strategy. Maybe more of these videos in the future?

[@dashtuso4397]

Gabriel please remember fighting is just one life experience.. and will enable you the opportunity to enjoy many others... good call . an awesome life experience with your brother in Belize goes hand in hand with big fight win . congrats yo

[@darraghflynn8328]

Class video and class channel !! Well done Varga

[@danielgray5756]

Always good stuff Gabriel!

[@theunknown1426]

I have nothing but RESPECT for you and for educating and inspiring people and the next generation 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Thank you for the kind words.

[@theunknown1426]

@@GabrielVargaOfficial I did want your opinion on bruce lee's "jeet kune do" for self defence purposes, there's a JKD gym near me

[@keithswynenburg2608]

Class act. Much respect to your style and discipline.

[@m6smitten]

Said it before, You and Artur Kryshenko have the best left hooks in Kickboxing. Nice, short and all shoulder with zero telegraph. He never saw it coming!! +1 on the kneel for respect. I learned the hard way after celebrating a vicious head kick KO and the guy's kid was watching the whole thing from the front row. I felt like a total asshole.

[@philipsabinay857]

Bruh you expected to reach 10k subs by the end of 2021... You're underestimating yourself champ. You provide really useful information. Keep up the good work champ! 😁

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

I appreciate that! New goals now. Just like fighting. I set small goals and when I achieve them add something a little bigger.

[@philipsabinay857]

@@GabrielVargaOfficial You should definitely collab with bigger creators. Saw your Lerdsila fight breakdown on Modern Martial Artist and since then, big follower of you

[@User0resU-1]

@@philipsabinay857 why? There's nothing wrong with small and high quality. Bigger is not always better.

[@philipsabinay857]

@@User0resU-1 What I meant is that he should collab more so that more people would get to know more about him and this channel. The content here is really good and exposing more people into his knowledge never hurts 🙂

[@w4shep]

Really enjoyed your video. You're a great champion! So refreshing to see a class act in the ring. Stay healthy and maintain that distance! Congrats on your success.

[@VoraciousEternalStruggler]

Keep it up Gabe! you're going to make 100k subs easily at this rate! hope that you can keep doing your collabs with bigger fight channels as those are really helping you out! I think you're making the smartest move by thinking of your future after kickboxing! Hoping to see you on Joe Rogan one day! All the best. Philip

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

100k is a big goal of mine. It's right out there with winning the GLORY and Bellator belts. I would be sooo proud of the Silver KZbin Award. I'm excited just thinking about it 😀😀😀

[@VoraciousEternalStruggler]

@@GabrielVargaOfficial Wished I trained with you when I was down at Peterecs! but I never made it competitively!

[@dilljordan7303]

@@GabrielVargaOfficial now goal is 250.000 in next year! You got this brotha 🤙

[@And1Mell]

I started watching Kickboxing and Muay Thai videos due to my son switching from boxing. Very much enjoy your videos, great content, well put together and very informative. Greetings from Loretto ON

[@hanea1386]

Mate, you are a true warrior in every sense of the word, respect and class. Could you tell us how you got into kickboxing/martial arts in the first place? What motivated you to make those first steps and who were your role models/inspirations, please? Appreciate this channel Gabriel, thank you!

[@alanlin9430]

Amazing commentary, thank you so much for explaining your thought process leading up to and throughout the fight. Helps everyone a lot.

[@fitwizle]

Your channel is gold. Full of value for martials arts practictioners

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

🙏🙏🙏 Thanks so much! That means a whole lot to hear that.

[@Juel92]

Great and interesting video as always. In the month + 10 days since you made this you've added another 5k subs. Seems like the algorithm is really starting to pick you up.

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Things are definitely picking up which is amazing. Thanks for your comments and support Joel!

[@Juel92]

@@GabrielVargaOfficial Thank you for sharing all this excellent and interesting information Gabriel. I'm gonna design my next training schedule from all the tips you've been giving and hopefully be in decent shape, physically as well as mentally, when I get into the MMA/KB/Boxing gyms this summer. Can't wait until I see more vids from you and see your channel grow. Cheers man :)

[@mikeyork3093]

Yo Gabriel, I've started training MMA beginning of the year and just wanted to say your advice has been solid so far. Happy your subscriber count is growing like this!

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

I appreciate that and hope training continues to go great.

[@edwardgonzalez8455]

I loved Thai lineament but one day my bottle broke and lineament burned thru my bag. Strong stuff hehehe. Glad to see the channel grow, you give amazing inside and are a great story teller. 🙏🏽

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Thanks. Oh man. I bet that bag still smells like thai liniment at the dump.

[@pingislife2653]

Even more than your skill and technical analysis, I like your class and comport. You have a new sub.

[@alsetalokin88]

your respect for others earned my biggest respect

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Thanks my friend.

[@15walkingaway]

Love your stuff Gabe!! Keep up the great work.

[@elementsofthesolows4936]

You're on fire for 2021. I see your channel blowing up. Thanks for the great content!

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

I sure hope so. Thanks my friend!

[@ivangonzalezcantu4487]

Modern Martial Artist brought me here! Your analysis are so interesting and indepth, thank you for sharing.

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Glad you enjoyed it! And welcome to the channel 😀

[@vittuteemu]

Just found your channel. You are well spoken and intellectual so it’s nice to watch your videos. Pohha ! 👊

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Thanks and welcome 🙏

[@d.cypher2920]

This is a great channel. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us. 😎🇺🇸

[@fredflinsten449]

With regards to taking a knee in respect for your opponent, it reminds me of hall of fame boxing coach Johnny Lewis's ritual of taping a cross on his fighters' wrists for them and their opponents so that they may be watched over. "We want them to to go down, but we want them all to get up after the count of 10"

[@mickmack8999]

Great fight great finish ,but the respect at the end was pure class

[@dannyslammy4379]

You are such a classy fighter; such a classy individual!

[@hitthedream534]

That’s awesome to hear that you’ve already broken your 2021 goal! If it’s possible, you should collaborate with other channels around your size or larger because that’s a great way to gain subscribers

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

I'm on it now. I didn't do enough in the past but I've got a great collab happening with The Modern Martial Artist. That's a great channel and I'll work on getting more setup.

[@hitthedream534]

@@GabrielVargaOfficial that sounds like it’ll be an awesome collaboration, can’t wait to see it 🔥

[@babitthelittledragonkharsa8160]

One The Best Fighter i have Ever Watch But Still Underrated But He is My Best I really Wanted to mixed Your Style With Muaythai Techniques Wish Your More Blessing On 2021

[@Markperna1]

Genoa Italy

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Boom. We have a winner.

[@m.v.a.l7669]

Congratulations 🥳

[@Markperna1]

@@GabrielVargaOfficial now I can watch the breakdown!

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

@@Markperna1 Hey Mark. Send me an email and we will get your Athlon Rub sent out. [e-mail]

[@KaiTheGuy04]

Love your fight breakdowns and knowledge sharing!! Also, I lived in Belize for several years....definitely go back when you have a chance to really relax, and check out some Mayan ruins!

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Thanks. That country was lovely and I'd really like to see some Mayan ruins in the future.

[@Matt63087]

Loving the fight analysis video's!

[@Legialex]

You are a great rolemodel! Discipline and respect!

[@CaptainMazi]

Pro Technique & Pro Respect Attitude, CHAMP !🤟

[@dnickx]

Congratulations on the 10000 subs!! I remember subbing when you were like 1000, it is great to hear that you accomplished your goal for 2021 so early!! I have my own channel and I am in route to my first 500 subs!! Keep up the awesome content as always!!

[@cultivatelife]

Genoa, Italy? You are one of my new favorite dudes!

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Thanks my friend! You got the city right too. Unfortunately someone else got the answer in 60 seconds. Man they were on the ball. But keep a look out for new videos. I'll be doing more giveaways.

[@LucasBedran]

Loving this channel

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Thanks man.

[@_lucky.roo_]

Genoa u uploaded it in ur chanel itself 🔥🔥

[@jk38thelastsamurai55]

Gabe is a beast

[@Iron-Bridge]

Only just discovered you. Very easy decision to subscribe. Thanks for the great content. I believe your input has started to improve areas of my own training.

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Welcome to the channel. I'm glad you're enjoying the content and am very happy to hear the videos might be helping you.

[@thesolidsnek8096]

I love these breakdowns! Would you cover MMA calf kicks and ways to defend it without turning the shin out completely?

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Sure thing.

[@thesolidsnek8096]

@@GabrielVargaOfficial You're a legend! Thx 🤩

[@swordtaker2]

Nice bro keep it up keep winning 🔥🔥🔥💪🏽

[@wadestoss3325]

Congrats for the 10k bro! Also I dont know what you were modeling for at 3:03 but it well could have been for a eugenics program lol

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Thanks dude. Haha. Just a resort shoot down in Belize. I think my wife has me beat in that shot. Looking all tanned and gorgeous.

[@jc4379]

Love your breakdowns

[@Tywon]

Great Champion! Respect!

[@natethatisall2898]

Damn. I just subbed. Mad respect.

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Thanks and welcome to the channel!

[@scottbrown748]

What's the possibility of seeing Gabriel compete in One? Would love to see him compete against some of the thai champs.

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

We will see. It's definitely a possibility.

[@evilseedsgrownaturally1588]

And this is why i sub and hit the bell. Thanks for great content!

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Awesome, thank you!

[@corneliuskoz6418]

“PULL OVER! “ “No it’s a cardigan but thanks for noticing”

[@benjaminpalazzo7560]

Where can you even find Bellator Kickboxing's fight library? I would love to watch old fights of you and Raymond Daniels in Bellator.

[@mmareviewer.2372]

Congratulations on the 10,000... will we actually get that bottle? come on... hahaha.. Love the videos.. keep em up!

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Bottle is out. And I'll have a few more over the next months.

[@mmareviewer.2372]

@@GabrielVargaOfficial Let's hope you get 15k soon... hopefully in 60 days or less :D

[@MinusTheGreatSubtractor]

Hey Gabriel! I have learn't so much from your content, definitely keep it coming. QQ: what's the best way to recover from hard sparring? I tend to eat a lot of shots vs high level fighters. Any tips on recovery would be great!

[@m.v.a.l7669]

The fight was in Rome 😀 against Kevin Ross. Brilliant KO sir 💪🏾💯🔥

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Different fight today 😀

[@m.v.a.l7669]

@@GabrielVargaOfficial oof haha

[@m.v.a.l7669]

@@GabrielVargaOfficial better luck next time 🤣

[@Kyler_951]

Wow nice knockout!

[@StoutProper]

Anyone seen the ballad of buster Scruggs cos i swear this guy is in it

[@xaviermacaymma]

Fierce hands 🥊 man !!

[@karankickboxingchamp]

Respect 💯

[@ElGamerCosplayer]

I'm here from the Modern Martial Artist video

[@raychambers3646]

The one thing I've learnt from your vids is I'm not getting in the ring with you ,ever !

[@alejandrofernandezpineda1828]

machine of da machines

[@guachingman]

all paid holidays to belize always fuck up my routine too, I hate it

[@marcoslampert5126]

Amazing KO! I´ll not make any jocke, because now I´m afraid you could punch me, dude...

[@OneStar-76]

What do you think about John Wayne Parr?

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Great guy. I met JWP at a Bellator card in Italy. He just seems so genuine and pleasant. Perhaps you were referring to his style as a fighter but I just wanted to share he seemed like a great guy. As a fighter he's accomplished so much. He has more world titles than me 🤔 😡 I've got to add a few more apparently.

[@memy4460]

I got an absolutely amateur question: What is the force you have to punch to knock someone out? I mean in pounds on kilograms. And how can I measure the forces of my punhes without hitting someone? Thanks for the answers in advance.

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

That's a good question and I don't actually have an exact number for you. Some people can take much more impact than others. Sometimes a hard shot lands and nothing happens. Then you land a light shot and they go down. The difference is then seeing the shot coming vs not seeing it. There are many factors. But in my experience you can land punches at about 60% power and still have people go down.

[@infinitemonkey917]

Awesome. Do you prepare differently when facing a southpaw ?

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Sometimes. It depends how well they use the southpaw advantages. I'll make a video on it.

[@kevinthomas7259]

Buakaw has the best smile stare down

[@hangslow]

Your a killer Gabriel! Have you had any Muay Thai fights?

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

No. I trained for 2 but they fell through. One the day of weigh-ins.

[@hangslow]

@@GabrielVargaOfficial sorry to see that I imagine you would dominate! Would you ever consider ONE championship?

[@nvanguy6868]

Hey Gabriel do you have a gym in Vancouver , would love to do a training session at your gym

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

I'm in Victoria and don't have a gym yet. Maybe in a year or two. Right now I'm still focused on fighting.

[@nvanguy6868]

@@GabrielVargaOfficial thanks for the reply youre like the best fighter weve ever had out of here man Be awesome if you had a gym id love to come To Victoria and do some sessions, the way you break stuff down, alot of fighters dont have this ability youd be an amazing coach.

[@User0resU-1]

Gabriel, check into hormetic stress. It's a good thing, may help your career.

[@GKJusticar55]

Genoa, also hi from Venice Italy dude.

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

Ooo. I really want to get to Venice. I've fought in Milan, Genoa, Rome, and Florence. Hopefully I'll be back to Italy this year.

[@GKJusticar55]

@@GabrielVargaOfficial Always welcome man ❤

[@bronzetiger6360]

He "casually " shows pic of Him and his Brother.......And they BOTH look like Greek Gods!?!.......Oh Man let me go and finish my workout😂. Great content sir.

[@kylena7533]

Was it not Genoa?

[@vickygomes8230]

Belize city

[@ermac4444]

Bro how do u manage to balance sport training vs martial art/traditional training. like patterns/katas and all that stuff? Cheers

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

I stopped doing traditional karate when I begin competing at a high kickboxing level. I wanted to focus on only one thing. I can remember some of the katas but haven't done one in over a decade.

[@ermac4444]

@@GabrielVargaOfficial do you think it is possible to carry on doing traditional martial arts training Aswell as competing at a high level?

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

@@ermac4444 Yes. I think you could. I would limit the traditional martial arts to 2-3 hours per week but I don't think you need to give it up entirely.

[@ermac4444]

@@GabrielVargaOfficial ok cool thanks for the reply. Also have u always been with the same coach? Like is it possible to stay with the trainer you started with for your whole career?

[@chicoperez9259]

What size gloves you wearing in pro fights

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

At featherweight it will either be 8oz or 10oz.

[@francescostiore]

Will you talk about your first fight/fights?

[@GabrielVargaOfficial]

For sure I can do that.