Israel Adesanya & Teddy Atlas Go DEEP on Losses In His Career, Return to Fighting, Francis Ngannou

Two Time UFC Middleweight Champion Israel 'The Last Stylebender' Adesanya and legendary boxing trainer Teddy Atlas discuss losses in Izzy's career, trials and tribulations and his rerturn to the octagon. Teddy also talks about new Heavyweight Boxing Heavyweight Super Star Francis Ngannou & the future of boxing.
00:00 Intro
01:35 75% of fighting is mental
10:51 Gastelum fight
13:26 Losses to Sean Strickland & Alex Pereira
19:55 Taking a break from fighting
22:00 Francis Ngannou, Tyson Fury, Mike Tyson & Future of Boxing
34:55 Never take the easy way out
41:35 Fury vs Ngannou / Self Belief / Fighting Spirit
Edited by:‪@StayHYDRATEDVisuals‬
Shot & Produced by:‪@DAVEBLAKAMOTO‬
#israeladesanya #teddyatlas #boxing

[@FreeStylebender]

More Podcasts in 2024?

[@ayevaboo]

Yes

[@anasshahid224]

Yes Izzy!! Love your interviews, podcasts would be even better 😊

[@spencere821]

Fuck yeah brother. Hope to meet you soon - you’re my idol in combat sports and life in general. Much love from a Ghanaian American in Southern California. Bless

[@prosperfierce9249]

Yea

[@AWtoney2.0pogs]

Yh sure

[@erinmclaughlin7]

“Not skinny up here 🧠 and not skinny here ❤️” Teddy knows Izzy is a warrior 💪🏼

[@domvlogs3299]

Izzy is not even skinny I don’t get why people say that

[@SPWILLY]

Ikr I've seen him in person bros massive

[@VideoRandomChannel]

@@domvlogs3299your too skinny bro!

[@stephanwatson7902]

About his Strickland fight, Teddy said "Israel wasn't as Bruce Lee-like as he nornally is." Sean in that fight was also doing something Bruce talked about. Bruce said "The best defense, is a defensive offense." Strickland was coming forward with near constant offense and pressure, while maintaining an excellent defense. Hope you get that one back Izzy and I can't wait to see it!

[@Deimian676]

Strickland got lucky , glad teddy shed light on it .

[@jordanhigdon1989]

lucky for 25 minutes straight?@@Deimian676

[@That-One-Spy-Main]

​@@Deimian676 I say that as a fan of Izzy now: Nah, how can you get lucky for 25 minutes of outstriking a guy? Did Izzy have an off night? Maybe, maybe not. We don't know But even if he had, it doesn't even matter He lost and that's it🤷🏿‍♂️ The most important thing is just learning what you did wrong there and making sure that some stuff like that doesn't happen again

[@ozylocz4078]

@@Deimian676 you really think it was all luck that he walked Izzy down beating him up for 25 minutes was luck? That Izzy missed more than ever, and even the hits they did give him were mostly leg kicks and most of them were checked. If the ufc had judges with workings brains, or were fighters themselves Izzy would likely have been at 10% striking accuracy. You think that was luck? I bet you’re also one of those little downies who think Izzy intentionally meant to get closed to finished before getting a very “skillful” counter vs Alex in their last fight. Hahahaha fr let’s talk about that one, you think Sean was more lucky than Izzy vs Alex? Lol

[@emana.9954]

@@That-One-Spy-MainExactly saying shit like “he got lucky” or throwing excuses out there will only guarantee he loses a rematch cuz this was definitely a skill problem, at least with Pereira you can say it was very competitive and Izzy was up 3-1 and he got caught at the end, Strickland just shut him down that night so it cant be something that’s just like “Oh I overlooked him” because nothing will change

[@Kroitk]

Izzy is spot on...Teddy Atlas is the real life version of Uncle Iroh. One of a kind

[@mopar_keys]

@@YuldsHD500don’t sell yourself short bro your videos are really good keep working

[@SatoshiShintoMe]

Teddy is cringe and dated. Glaze more, boomers.

[@Spacey4000]

@@SatoshiShintoMe Why are you a hater?

[@Kroitk]

@@SatoshiShintoMe Glaze deez nuts

[@SatoshiShintoMe]

I don't touch dogs though.. @@Spacey4000

[@Humanitip]

Izzy's mistake against Strickland was aiming at the right side constantly. Strickland only had to block one side of the body, but if you replay the fight 80% of the strikes hitting Sean's left landed clean.

[@lightolaitan]

You’re super spot on mate 👍

[@Humanitip]

I also strongly believe that Poatan had something to do with it. Remember that left hook? Where did it land? The right side. Shit prob gave Strickland ptsd and he tightened up when facing Adesanya. His adjustments are incredible but I truly believe this was a perfect scenario for Sean and a nightmare of a scenario for Izzy.

[@Jerrybean__]

Literally

[@KIWIxN1NJA]

Great observation mate. Izzy posted your comment on his instagram story 👍

[@fabrice8940]

Ik lots of people saw Izzy’s story but I’d love to hear more analysis like this from others

[@MM-cb7jx]

Always loved Teddy. His boxing mind is one of the best in the world. If he and Tyson didnt have their falling out, hed be more revered than he already is.

[@fabolousjada5070]

They peaced it tho thank god now they say each others name with no bad energy they just stay away from each other but no more animosity

[@rollin60z]

Paul Revere

[@junipersnow1]

Ah, I was there for Tysons run and honestly, Teddy dodged a bullet, saved a lot of BS and prevented a lot of headaches, Tyson is great to look back on now, but in reality it was 50-50 if he would even show up to the event its 50 Jail or 50 Boxing ring. Not that Tyson had the historically best competition, but he was definitely GOAT of his generation.

[@raresouls9897]

Both of them

[@MM-cb7jx]

@@Evzsz mma and boxing two different sports. Youre just a casual ufc fan not a true fight fan

[@towanyeh]

Definitely a high level convo, this guy has a pure spirit

[@SatoshiShintoMe]

For low IQ people, yes.

[@MrCaptainTea]

​@@danielden805wtf?

[@Lucas24379]

Love Izzy branching out and doing more content for fans during his break from fighting. Respect

[@LoudMystic2159]

Izzy comparing Teddy to Uncle Iroh and Teddy not knowing how to take it is GOLD

[@koreymccloud4122]

“Israel Adesanya” - The story of the greatest comeback in combat sports history!

[@nadineaugust3594]

OMG! Teddy Atlas is a legend but he's so much more, he has a presence. He can read people, this interview was lit! I hope Izzy can do more of this with TEDDY!! THANK U.

[@JosephTongret]

If Teddy didn't become a trainer and fight analyst he could've easily followed a path into psychiatry. He's got more than one, but his greatest gift is a keen ability to understand what's happening in someone's mind and how it can be leveraged as a strength or exploited as a weakness. A lot of what it takes to be a great trainer can be taught and learned, but I think that reading people on the level that Teddy does is a much more unique character trait. He also appears to have a genuine deep love of what he does and so he's always willing to share his insight with the world. Thank you for all of your contributions to combat sport Mr. Atlas. 🥊🏆

[@revo1974]

Cus taught Teddy well.

[@passingby8176]

Yes Izzy, you’re in the back end of your career so please, do the work, acknowledge the weakness and unleash the beast we know is inside of you. Looking forward to your next fight brother.

[@serengeti4027]

holy shit bro. teddy dropped some psychological gems in this. i am not surprised that he's cus' mentor at all. passing down the knowledge man. honestly, some of this is life-changing shit for me. not rushing into the propeller of the airplane and getting it over with. i know exactly what that means. you have to try your best. you have to allow yourself to fail and be confident enough to fail so you can improve. beautiful stuff in this podcast. i feel like someone delivered this message to Francis because this is exactly how he fought Fury... So composed. He genuinely believed in himself when nobody did. Beautiful man.

[@amorgan5844]

Dude, check out his interview with Lex Fridman he did December on the 24th. Its a really good deep dive in to his childhood, what happened to his face, his father, Tyson & Cus, betrayal and true friends. Its one of the best podcasts ive ever listened to.

[@SatoshiShintoMe]

Crazy how Izzy won't use his platform, to talk about all the Christian African's in his home country of Nigeria, currently being massacred. A real ethnic cleansing happening, but only silence from Izzy, has he doesn't care for his people, or he fears denouncing Islam. Pathetic as always. A true coward.

[@mrrooster4876]

Yeah, he wasn't Cus' mentor, Cus was his mentor.

[@mrrooster4876]

Izzy is a fake Nigerian bro. He's from Nigeria by birth, he's from New Zealand by growing up. @@SatoshiShintoMe

[@serengeti4027]

@@mrrooster4876 right, that's what i meant.

[@H-Hour]

The mutual respect between Teddy & Izzy is on full display here…. I enjoyed this very much & I thank you both for being so humble & passionate about the science

[@JamieODonnellNZ]

Could listen to Teddy all day! And love hearing Izzy’s insights on mental game, life and fighting. Great chat gentlemen 🤝 Both Legends

[@alleno9029]

Amazing conversation between 2 genuine people! Loved to see this.

[@mmamultiverse75]

Izzy, when you introduce a guest, give him a good intro. Even if everybody knows him. A 2 - or 3-line compliment works. A fun compliment or actual accomplishments can set the tone of the interview

[@roythousand13]

I agree! Introductions are a "must" for good interviews.

[@johnmaguire7898]

I liked it, Izzy set the tone for a great CONVERSATION not a great “interview”. I think that’s why this was so interesting and wholesome to watch

[@mmamultiverse75]

@@johnmaguire7898 it can always be better with warm introduction.

[@kyleformanski6351]

Izzy comparing Teddy to Uncle Iroh is perfect.

[@charliefiore5371]

what an awesome podcast, you can see izzy’s mentality, as strong as it is, being picked apart in a way that both highlights his strengths and his weaknesses. amazing combo, in all honesty i’d love to see a pod with nicsick down the road maybe when he’s done fighting or a strickland rematch isn’t likely, i feel like it would be awesome to see both sides of the fight and how they prepared and executed their gameplans

[@alxpipp3217]

Yes more podcasts!! Awesome video. We will see you soon champ. Enjoy the well deserved break!

[@davidpena2499]

WHAT A WAY YO START OF THE YEAR! 2 GOATS🐐

[@teddystriker]

That bit about not taking the easy way out was really enlightening and powerful

[@I_RiiiGA]

Awesome episode! Teddy is the man and great to hear his advice. I might be wrong here but I've followed your journey since the 1st time you stepped in that cage and since the 1st video you put out. You inspired me. 1st time I saw you step in that cage I was like holly shit! this dude knows how to bring out his Kurama. Every fight it felt like you unlocked a new jutsu, I felt like each camp leading up to Alex you were still that young Rock Lee. I felt after getting that W with Alex you lost some of that. I may be wrong here but shit it cant be easy to continue feeling like a white belt when you the champ champ champ for this fucking long and have the self belive you do. Looking at your body language in this video I can see that again. You steping up to that cage and telling your Kurama. Its time for another run dog! and fuck I cant fckn wait to see you live again. Big ups champ!

[@ernestmenchaca556]

Thank you for this pod bro! Love it and was exactly what I needed to hear! Always an inspiration for me! Much love and thank you! Unleash the beast!

[@Bigtymebullyzmedia1]

Good job brotha this was dope … hope to see more 💯💯

[@zecollecter8747]

Love it. Great interview. Great energy. Thank you!

[@BrdOutaMyMnd]

Thank For Introducing Tedy To The Newer Generations.💯

[@SHINOBIStreetNinja]

Thanks for releasing this! Great stuff 🙏

[@RayGamingChannel10]

Happy new years champ can’t wait to see your comeback definitely need more podcasts 💪🏿

[@creatornununu6895]

i could listen to Teddy all day everyday, his wisdom and knowledge is unmatched

[@yogi2983]

these lessons are what life's about. it's not only in fighting. a lot to learn from these discussions

[@GSPfan2112]

I appreciate collaborations like this. Please do more.

[@djannias]

ay big love @freestylebender glad you and teddy got to chill and discuss a lot of important ish. patience brother, you already won life everything else is icing on the cake

[@molebogengbutanasomo3894]

Thanks for the awesome podcasts, this is an in-depth interview I now have a better understanding of fighting.

[@QueenT_98]

it’s cool to hear from you what was going through your mind during the Strickland fight. Teddy Atlas always dropping gems, not just for fighting but life overall.

[@deenaughts6844]

we need Izzy on ufc 300!!!!

[@omondiagbonemmanuel1751]

Champ is here

[@mistaschaub3280]

Do you mean chimp?

[@Obiodum_]

@@mistaschaub3280 Classic MMA racist. Not surprised that you're obsessed with Adesanya. You hate him but you can't resist.

[@atitebiolubayode7800]

Thanks lzzy looking forward to watch many contents on your channel in this year much love bro ❤️

[@atitebiolubayode7800]

@YuldsHD500 I checked your videos and i subscribed to your channel ❤️

[@daveshadenuff187]

Great interview Style Bender!!!! I always enjoy hearing yours and Teddy’s thoughts.Both are brilliant minds of combat sports… 👊👊👊👊

[@jtthomas]

A very captivating kōrero. Appreciate it🤝🏾

[@darcebader2126]

That section about taking the easy way out. I needed that.

[@LimerickR266]

Always a good sit-down with Teddy.

[@HappyBirthdayGreetings]

what a time to be alive. its the 2 minute paper's line

[@johnnywalker-blue7006]

Great interview.

[@danielkim2308]

would love to see more of this - especially one with GSP!

[@icu-joe]

I'm a simple person. I see Adesanya, I click...

[@mistaschaub3280]

​@@IrishJow Why are you copying and pasting this

[@qawemqonqo3485]

When they spoke about taking the easy way out , with the kid shooting the ice hockey from far and not using all his skills , I can Relate on so many levels

[@robertevans5205]

Keep shining champ can’t wait to see you back in the octagon

[@Runnit12]

Huge Teddy Atlas fan he always keeps it so real💯

[@theredpoweranger]

Dope discussion 💯

[@username5218]

izzy, no matter what you choose, you'll be great at it, as long as you do it 100% you.. personally i hope you come back hungrier than ever, because your style is amazing and you are such an amazing martial artist

[@username5218]

ong bruh, hope he opens his domain expansion "avatar state: clap these fools"

[@marvelharris9540]

that was amazing... especially now in hindsight

[@wadearmy7233]

You know its a good day when the last style bender posts another banger! love the content as always !

[@lautaronunez3041]

ANOTHA BANGA

[@BoskoCubrilo]

Really enjoyed this! Thank you!

[@tawandaJerry]

Legendary interview

[@rainman5558]

I just failed my semester and was really down About it, I needed to hear this I'm going to show that they chose the right guy and come back stronger

[@jtthomas]

Teddy's knowledge and wisdom, always transcends the wairua, if your willing to listen to the hikoi he takes you on, through the way he speaks and flows with it on a deeper level. Levels to the mind, spirit, soul, and how this is expressed through physicality. As Francis showed by example in a great example of a fight...patience is virtue, virtue is knowledge, knowledge is wisdom..peace✌🏾

[@salidut]

absolute fire as always

[@joered3579]

Love the work Izzy, whether it be KZbin, UFC or anything else you put your hands to you are born to succeed brother. Love from 🇬🇧

[@waltersmith3165]

Lots of jewels in this one 🔥🔥🔥🔥👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@francisjatau9004]

Can’t wait to have you back LEGEND

[@vercingetorixavernian8978]

Wow this is AMAZING!!! 🔥

[@jamesbenton4123]

Teddy needed this , seemed he had some stuff on his chest. Man's a legend on several levels.

[@patricknez7258]

Woahh! Let's goo! Izzy and Teddy, 2 legends

[@monstrousgaara]

Great interview!

[@colinodonnell8975]

Great interview 👍

[@yomideen8445]

Kind of hyped for this episode 😅

[@rhysrocket1249]

this was an awesome video love both of you guys huge inspirations

[@jernharris7721]

Thank you woe ✊🏾

[@cubannikki9122]

wicked link up

[@keanancollins]

Perseverance brother! PERSEVERANCE!

[@jake57]

wonderful interview

[@Pappy85]

10:40 hit me different I’m 18 and training right now putting on muscle and endurance so i can be a firefighter thanks for that inspiration will keep that in mind during the journey

[@louiscashin8552]

Bestvhour i spent today watching these gents talk their wisdom

[@craigbooth103]

This is a great interview Israel I don’t always agree with you mate but this is a Goldie

[@peteperic5822]

Teddy Atlas, spiritual vault of warriors' spirit.

[@juggernot1556]

you got the best content from all ufc fighters izzy super natural always like there is no camrea around, but camera work could be a little better and would make everything feel so much more higher quality. your audio is really nice to keep dropping man good shit!

[@diluted8]

i need this motivation in my life. Thank you humbly, King 🏆

[@eliotglas8169]

“Your greatest strength is you, it’s your character” 🔥

[@275ufc]

Izzy, THANK YOU for sharing this video. Just like you, I needed to hear this though not in respect to martial art but rather with life's struggles. Thank you, Teddy for graciously sharing your wisdom. Izzy, you've achieved the highest level in MMA yet you continue to want to learn, right the wrong, and open new "doors." You remind me of GSP. This is what sets you apart from other champions in my eyes.

[@sunshinekid7799]

Seek first the kingdom of heaven. Jesus can provide what you’re looking for friend. God bless.

[@michaeldavis6605]

Teddy and Cus really broke it down about having a delivery system and not solely about power

[@damonandrews6592]

I would love to see like a fight breakdown or a watch along/reaction to fight with teddy atlas, hearing you guys talk just about the fight game and the understanding is very intelligent

[@damonandrews6592]

And not even about just fighting you can use these understandings to be a better person in life

[@freddiemiranda5366]

This is best advice Izzy will ever get from a genuine master of the sweet science and of life Teddy Attlas is really sharing the knowledge that is so admirable and beautiful of him,we all are learning something from this talk thank you Teddy and Izzy 👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻...!

[@darknights4653]

Great job guys 👏

[@randomlegend631]

Great conversation

[@rwyatt2154]

Teddy should release a book of quotes! Amazing guy. 👏

[@ShortyBorty95]

Literally one of the greatest nuggets I've ever gotten from KZbin. Teddy's mindset makes him a God amongst men.

[@eamonshields2754]

My Dad has known Teddy for years on Staten Island, he has his own organization called the Atlas Foundation that really helps out the community. He's awesome

[@brentbabcock7184]

Love You Guys

[@frankjacob9120]

The intro nice ❤

[@federalgodson]

Interesting podcast and insights from two greats

[@SparkyTakedown]

Nice exposition and humility on Israel to be dissected by Teddy, the right giy who can help you aoul search and reveal the truth to progress.

[@PowellLumor]

Adesanya is the G.O.A.T. In the book Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill, it states “Every adversity, every failure, every heartache carries with it the seed of an equal or greater benefit”. You got This💨🔥🌪️🌊

[@mrsenkur613]

That thing about not taking the easy way out, izzy said i needed that, well I NEEDED THAT.

[@brucegelman5582]

Hope is easy skill and belief are hard.Teddy is a wise soul.

[@dennisthemenace855]

Despite teddy being a boxing guru .. the man has High level of combat striking period . He just understands range , distance , timing etc .

[@bubbabuttz1629]

Izzy and teddy together is greatness

[@fightbutterfly]

I Enjoyed this

[@RevolutionRepublic1907]

it's Timeeee!!! for a great time for the resurgence of combat sports and revolution for the culture of the world