Khabib Nurmagomedov vs Tony Ferguson Pre-Fight Analysis - Coach Zahabi

[@kervedelic8434]

I've been waiting for this for so long!!! I love these pre fight analysis videos you do, always gets me thinking about the fights in new ways, can't wait to watch it!

[@jimjones2955]

I appreciate you taking the time to make these videos, very informative for an amateur like myself.

[@jimjones2955]

You are not.

[@philmarlowe101]

You're damn right on your prologue Firas. This is an absolute dream fight.

[@SRNF]

Tim Tam is literally the best. It penetrates hard and fast. Wireless too so you can reach all your problem areas.

[@treroney4720]

SRNF 😏 see what you did there

[@red8884]

fredettaboutit it will milk your prostate second to none

[@Ramin2340]

+red8884 Can confirm. Does a better job at it than my girlfriend.

[@DitchBankBandits]

Can't wait because the true winner of this fight is the fans.

[@jackmatthew5739]

Ditch Bank Bandits :(

[@ThOutRider2]

Totally

[@juniorninetyy]

I can't believe this is free lol, Firas Zahabi keep uploading and being more active. Trust me, the true MMA fans appreciate this.

[@Spectator182]

The master!! Go to Joe Rogan Podcast man!!!!

[@ian5956]

Itachi Uchiha yess

[@Nevrane]

please!

[@mikeyb8040]

Hell yeah, replace Callen with Firas. At least we won't get 30 mins of shouting and talking about dicks and how sexy men are.

[@Noname8929]

Leiva someone had to say it

[@AXharoth]

u dont ssay the master it sounds dumb just say master

[@kopxpert]

If Khabib isn't well prepared for 10th planet rubber guard game, something's seriously wrong with him and his team. And if Tony thinks he can just play the guard game against Khabib instead of trying to get up something's wrong with him & his team as well. Confidence is one thing but underestimating your opponent's game is another. This applies to both fighters

[@K4iT3c]

kopxpert Khabibs style never really puts him in a position to be put in the rubber guard. I believe bjj scout has a really good breakdown of his top game.

[@iCandyman2012]

These Videos are always amazing, about to watch, so of course I comment before.

[@selazer491]

thank you firas! love these breakdowns :)

[@marshall731]

I saved this to watch the day before the fight, watching it now is putting me through some real depression hours. Poor Khabib...

[@shahul8222]

Don't worry only four months

[@Mr.Jeff_356]

Hey Coach! Love the channel and very much appreciate the content. I am actually moving to Canton, NY soon. I really look forward to visiting Tristar, as Montreal is about 2 hours away!

[@NinjaScorpio]

This is whats up one of the best minds worldwide talkin about this great fight!Thanks!

[@adityasinghaswal4923]

love your breakdowns sir

[@AgeTheStoned]

Love these long form breakdowns. Firas you should start a podcast!

[@sullymanda1971]

Thank you so much for the video coach!! Keep up the awesome quality!

[@seanxxx8999]

I LOVE this channel! Thank You so much for sharing your mind with us!

[@darbycrash4512]

Another great video. Often I come in having a different take on things but after watching your analysis, I find it very hard to argue with your reasoning. At this point in the year the two fights i'm most looking forward to; Khabib vs Tony, and Dillashaw vs Garbrandt. Please do a breakdown on that fight also, if you can find the time.

[@tansubzsti786]

salaam akhi..brilliant breakdown as usual.keep it up bro

[@enjoisk8a911]

Khabib Time! This is such a crazy matchup, real main event here

[@Yzjoshuwave]

This could very well be one of the craziest matchups of the year. 50-50 is right. These guys are both beasts. If it goes past round 3, I think that bodes well for Ferguson, who probably won't gas. Khabib is viciously aggressive and will probably be coming forward most of the time. If Ferguson can show a lot of different faces, with plenty of feints and unpredictability, it could slow down Khabib's forward motion, which could neutralize many of Khabib's best weapons. This is going to huge. I can't wait!

[@ian5956]

Couldn't wait for this video!!!!

[@eludereluded]

Thanks for the great analysis. I'm picking Ferguson because he has shown great cardio even at high altitude. He can just go hard for 5 rounds, and puts relentless pressure. His takedown defense and grappling creativity also helps me make this pick.

[@JordanRants]

I can't see Khabib winning this fight.. Tony is too well rounded and the reach advantage for Ferguson is insane. But that's why I'm so hyped for this fight. Because who knows what will happen! Thank you for the great analysis Zahabi :)

[@АлександрАлексей-т1ф]

Nice joke

[@yassineabderrahim5110]

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[@marksoarestube]

100% agree with Mr.Zahibi here. I am so pumped. The whole card is impressive and stacked. I'm very VERY excited about this fight and this card. Pound for pound best lightweights and they are both in their prime. Nurmagomedov, Ferguson, Hunt, Overeem, Evans, Woodley, Thompson...I mean this is one card I am so pumped!!!!!

[@JGYsoFly]

I feel like people are grossly overestimating Tony Ferguson. He wins by cheating, and wins by stamina. Khabib has stamina and amazing ground control and heavy hands. Easy win for Khabib.

[@BokoWT]

Haha I'll think you'll be surprised. Make sure to eat your own words on Saturday.

[@JGYsoFly]

fuck u "el knockdown"

[@BokoWT]

What an insightful response my dear

[@JGYsoFly]

jump off the bandwagon u untrue fight fan

[@WestLightz]

Khabib fanboy talking about jumping off the bandwagon. Seems legit.

[@StankPlanks]

Cheers like always, super keen to watch this fight!

[@VK-cp2kc]

Kinda want Khabib to win just because his style will end McGregor if he ever defends his belt.

[@nickwinters9492]

I think Tony is a way bigger threat to conor

[@VK-cp2kc]

They are both threats, but I just think Tony would stand with Conor giving him the chance to catch him in boxing range, whereas Khabib would just maul him for 25 minutes.

[@SimplePhotoshopTutorials]

One issue for khabib against Conor is that Michael Johnson kinda exposed his striking and lit him up for the first half of the first round. If he could get into wrasslin' range, he'd rape Conor

[@mikeyb8040]

Testify brother... whoever beats that non-belt-defending fuckwit will be my hero. I think both these guys would school him tho to be honest

[@tricepsish]

I reckon Tony would fuck Conor up bro. We all saw how much Conor struggles when he's fighting a longer man.

[@shinonkim4814]

Great analysis as always coach! Will you be doing an updated version considering Tony and Khabib's last fights?

[@D9Wx]

best podcast in mma. Please make it weekly

[@abdelwakillongou8948]

for me is the most important fight in light weight division ever

[@punitkhanolkar5637]

What about your Jason Morris judo video coach?

[@kopxpert]

Fight week!!! And if u are a fight fan, u should be drooling by now at the prospect of this fight lol. Two of the best LWs with incredible win streaks on a collision course. On paper this is what the best the sport of MMA can offer looks like. The fight could be a quick or shitty one but doesn't change the fact that these two are incredible fighters

[@Leg3ndKilla687]

THANK YOUUUUU finally someone mentions that damn eye poke in the Rda Tony fight that changed the momentum...

[@kevcontrol6563]

thanks Coach Zahabi, great show

[@johnnyc6632]

100 percent correct on RDA. I noticed after the eye poke he started losing. Definitely the eye was a reason. smart man and he did not take a break.

[@matt1901]

I really like your breakdowns.

[@Rocky-N-Angel]

I think this Fight could come down to conditioning Tony can take a lot of damage and has an endless gas tank as well as great submission game. Khabib has not been in deep water or even been tested. I believe since Tony has been in the fire and can take so much abuse along with his heart and cardio he wins in the 4th or 5th round by submission or unanswered strikes .

[@brianholden7981]

"I'm cool with all the guards. Guards recognize guards." - Kenny Florian

[@DestroyYourSkills]

Brian Holden This comment deserves way more likes 😊

[@fatgsp223]

I was so excited for 37:34... But you can't sell the TIMTAM without the testimonial from GSP's sprinting coach

[@ajgambs44]

The real winner of this fight is the fans and the sport. These are the fights we want to see, forget what the casual fan wants. You turn them into fans by getting them into the minuteau of the sport, the details, and the little things that set apart one style and one guy from antoher. That's how you got me from the NFL to the UFC/MMA/BJJ and I haven't looked back.

[@eugenesong8357]

Don't forget about 10th Planet's half guard game as well. If you look at all of Eddie's matches that was his go to strength, an obvious and recent example would be the Royler Metamoris match. Khabib often initiates his top game from half guard, I could see Tony nullifying Khabib's top game by using Eddie's half guard system to get up, or I could see Tony being wild enough to go for some deep half guard tricks to try to attack the legs. Though I gotta call El Cucuy by D'arce 2nd round.

[@sandeepmohan6905]

Eugene Song True but I haven't really seen Tony use that lockdown or the electric chair from that half guard position. I think Ferg has a way better chance getting a Darce. His D'arce is his single most lethal weapon. He locks it in on the feet, on the ground, from any angle. Hope Khabib's drilled those D'arce defences coz he often leaves his head exposed when he shoots.

[@eugenesong8357]

Yeah I agree, Khabib's gonna try for the takedown a lot too, it's going to give Tony multiple chances to catch the D'arce.

[@SofaKingWashed]

This fight really depends on which Tony and which Khabib come to fight that night. Ferguson isn't really a counter striker, so aggression could work in Khabib's favor in getting him to the ground and staying heavy on him, But, if Tony plays the distance right, it could be a long night for Khabib. Really interesting toss-up of a fight, and congrats on your brother's debut, Firas!

[@sesstv4960]

hi firas , can nurgomedov constant forward pressure neautralize tony's cardio , will tony constantly use inamori roll to amke nurgomedov backoff a bit....and is it possible that cardio is the key of thsi fight , thanks firas zahabi

[@Fringes007]

Coach Zahabi you're the best :)

[@iiNeedSkins]

I can't imagine a more intriguing fight then this one right now!

[@dimazorya7178]

one more time , real master proove me that judo together with wrestling it is Power) thank you Firaz

[@cybersub4693]

love that dope af poster on the left. where can i get one of those? thanks in advance.

[@dinociccarelli9475]

As always...the video is much appreciated...Firas

[@rizzo021]

tony ferguson 5th round RNC on a tired Beeb. overall great fight evenly contested everywhere and phenomenal athletes. Tony style a little more loose maybe and energy saving. Really like him late. Great analysis coach!! Cant wait for this one!

[@Importman2009]

I got eye poked once and the match wasn't stopped. It really affected the outcome because prior to the infringement I holding onto a submission but let go after the poke and lost position.

[@daselmojo]

im curious if coach firas can add to this video when they face each other, it was such a good breakdown

[@putrariskiadi1906]

my dream is fulfilled now, thank you coach, I love you!

[@FightTalkMMA]

Fantastic analysis.

[@NaTenPszyklat]

My gf says Tony by submission in 4th round, I say Khabib by decision. However I love watching both of them.

[@cassidyerickson7408]

Please do more of these man

[@wesdablan9266]

Keep em coming!

[@slimjong-un5743]

I was thinking the exact same thing about the third round being the deciding point. If khabib can't break him by then, he will be in big trouble. The Ferguson of late makes guys look like they just don't want to be locked in the cage with him by the third round. I think the first round will be Khabibs. The second will be closer but still Khabibs. But I think Ferguson will step it up in the third round and Khabib will be wondering why he's not defenceless and broken by then like MJ was. Ferguson will be a crazy man with blood on his face, charging at Khabib, stopping more takedowns and throwing elbows, knees, hands and feet. He will take the last three rounds and even have Khabib in trouble. I think he will finish him in the fifth round. He will break him and choke him. Khabib will be worn out in the fifth down and go for a half arsed takedown and Ferguson will snap him down and choke

[@wichothecreecho]

If GSP does go down to lightweight upon his return, I'd really like to see him face off against Khabib.

[@rivolverocelot3010]

honestly considering the climate of mma at the moment (mma=ufc here). This mad dash for spectacle is done here with this fight. I hope this fight gets a ton of views. If not i think it will give credence to fighters being more about spectacle.

[@D9Wx]

by the way; your brother looks alot like teymor who fights lando vannata

[@Guitar11Student]

Khabib to take quite a few shots due to Tony's reach early on, some big shots but nothing that wobbles him, and by midway round 3, khabib dropping tony, disguising his punch as a takedown attempt, jumping on quickly before tony can recover, finishing ground and pound. Just before fourth minute round 3. Have no idea tho, keen to see how it plays out

[@dtmfool789]

Cant call it but so excited! I just hope I finish working on my car in time!!!!

[@brandonrinas2855]

Truly appreciate your commentary, I actually think Toney is going to win a lot more handily then people expect... I think Tony has a far better stand up game, and I do not think he will get taken down that easy unless he does something foolish which he can do considering how athletic and innovative he is... If he fights smart I think it will be in an easy win, if he keeps rushing in and ending up chest to chest he could obviously lose because of being on his back the whole night..

[@look4753]

This will not be close, Khabib will win. If it goes to the scorecards it will be 4 rounds to 1 for khabib. But theres also a chance khabib submits fergusson in the 3rd or 4th.

[@look4753]

fredettaboutit well Fred, you're probally routing for Tony aren't you? The facts still remain ... Kabib will win.

[@habibullah610able]

I Tink, Derefore I Am which ones were you wrong about?

[@dapsouza]

hahahaha

[@habibullah610able]

***** he has a confirmation bias issue haha

[@Ramin2340]

You don't know Tony Ferguson. He will be Khabib's toughest challenge to date. I am pretty sure Tony will win.

[@Fin4L6are]

Hi Firas, I think Khabib smashes him for 5 rounds but anytime during that Tony can take the neck (D'arce most likely...) Khabib was hand fighting Daniel Cormier 45 minutes per day for this fight, but this is active defence, and passive defence is positional - meaning during scrambles Tony can catch him. Apart from that a less likely option for Tony is massive damage from elbow. What do you think?

[@yungemu3236]

2 years later this fight is rescheduled once again so exciting to discuss hope it happens

[@2252mario]

LOL man this fight is cursed

[@sharpshooter1400]

Any chance of a Romero v Whittaker Pre-Fight Analysis?

[@box4aza]

thanks for your Brakedown!

[@frankysharpp]

I would say Ferguson, I think he's a more complete figther. The more skills you had the more you can adapt yourself. Like coach Firas saids, I think the game will change after round 2-3 and we will see who's able to take advantage. One thing I'm sure its gonna be a real martial artist fight, to everyone, enjoy the fight! Thank you coach Firas for the analysis

[@mtsoupcan]

Really bro? How hard is it to say Nurmagommenozoff?

[@Leg3ndKilla687]

MTsoupCan ask snoop lol

[@AXharoth]

all u have to do is say nur magomed ov

[@mysticnal690]

MTsoupCan Nurma go the golf

[@ush12711]

sure firas is bilingual or trilingual, surely not beyond him to pronounce it. strange

[@dsbargan9316]

Noormagomedoff

[@johancruijjf280]

Question, why dont you make video analyse use?

[@tallahassZ]

eye pokes are a strategy for some . . . this is going to be a great fight !

[@elmedinfahrudin6804]

I got an easy question if tony tries this Dors Choke can Khabib hit him 2 or 3 times Liver shot and Tony is done is that possible

[@Crest28]

if the fight goes all 5 rounds, who do you think has the advantage firas?

[@iampyre2016]

tyson thao Deez nuts.

[@mcrocopleftkick]

phiras, you're wrong...khabib did that judo move to RDA with OVERHOOK not underhook ;)

[@CoachZahabi]

Thanks for he correction its been a while since I watch that fight.

[@mcrocopleftkick]

No worries, I always love to watch your videos! It's just that Hardy broke it down the other day and he really paid attention to that fact because it was a bit unusual yet crucial in the move because it made RDA shift his weight ;)

[@HipHopAn0n]

Still leaning towards Khabib, but this is one of the toughest fights to pick!

[@ZRCZRC]

can someonte tell me when the fight is?

[@KicksandBombs]

zahabi your the best my friend

[@garydelaney6841]

Great video thanks.

[@avfcsouthpaw]

great question about maia vs khabib, really want to see that now @ 160/65!!

[@saddiqstevens7200]

Hey Man, are you still going to make a video with you and jason morris?

[@CoachZahabi]

yes sir we are cooking that up . Maybe a while but we will get it. Seminar was amazing!!

[@LifeVsDeath-zw4fz]

Zahabi, you are the best. Its not just about having the most knowledge. As a coach being able to express it is just as important. Thats what seperates you from the pack. You can make it clear to an idiot like me. Thats a gift.i do want to devils advocate a little and say that if i didnt know better i would say that you just said tonys two biggest wins were won by 1, an eye poke (RDA) and 2 an illegal upkick ( barbosa) kinda makes him sound like a dirty fighter even though im sure its not your intention

[@SlashingMacc24]

Lately it's been black and white with the quality of UFC's cards. This one is fucking huge

[@ZRCZRC]

where can i watch this fight

[@death4127]

Jason Morris seminar???? Wherre

[@joshleonard6772]

I can't wait to see how Ferguson's front headlock game will work and Khabib's response to it. #SnapDownCity is for real but if anyone can make it work against him it's gotta be Khabib.

[@manshakhadim3854]

outstanding content

[@broadcast3ful]

Something that most people are forgetting is that Tony is indeed crazy. He is just out of his mind and on top of that he is a great fighter. I do not see him breaking at any point because that madness of him will always drive him. He might get TKO'd but I don't think he will just fade and give up. But at the end we are all human and we all gas out at some point so who knows.

[@juandoe7802]

Do you have a podcast ?

[@incarser101]

I don't ways agree with you but I love hearing your view very knowledgeable and mma expert

[@ZuluFlowZion1]

Thanks coach. This will be a Close fight. So many ways this could play out. However I believe the three most likely will be a) Ferguson avoiding most of Khabib's strikes and take downs by playing a counter-attacking game with lots of movement and pressure in the first three rounds. Then turning it up - Nate Diaz style - in the championship rounds. Using his superior cardio to his advantage. We've never seen Khabib go five rounds, and I'm sure he can. But we've never seen it. And he plays such an explosive, high pressure game that I see him gassing in the latter rounds giving El Cucuy the advantage. El Cucuy 48-47 x3 Or b) Khabib dominating for 3-5 rounds. Or however long it takes him to break one of Ferguson's arms. Khabib by submission or 50-45 pure domination Or C) Ferguson by TKO or submission after rocking Khabib on the feet and going in for the finish. Stoppage by Darce or punches For Conor's sake I hope Khabib wins as I'm a massive Conor fan and I believe he has a much better chance of defending his belt against the short, stocky grappler than against the taller boxer with a huge tank and world class grappling

[@EdwinMaverick7]

Nice effort coach true comments about both the fighters according to me khabib is gonna dominate this fight all are believing this fight is gonna be a lot close fight but I don't think so cause no body has beaten khabib even a single round in ufc so far and also khabib has come from hills he suffered like no one in his life n trained from his small age he's an absolute master of grinding people n getting results he talk smash during fights that will shatter Tony's will like it did against johnson... It's gonna be easy fa khabib

[@kanenas9607]

Could not believe this was not a main event. Unbelievable.

[@SmallFry01]

Can someone tell me the outro song?

[@thehumblecheese4360]

La La Land by Unanimous Decision.

[@tu_pai]

some forget his record is 8ko 8submission 8decision. he's all rounded fighter

[@leoalvarez2213]

i have no idea whatsoever who is going to win but I am foaming at the mouth to see this fight

[@orangeiceice12]

why are you talking about 10th planet as if it was synonymous with runner guard? the truck and it's subs, Japanese neckties and twisters, Tony's darce - thats what hmeans by 10th planet. rubber guard was the first major wrinkle, but not the biggest.

[@yousefA-uf4mp]

i really dont think it's gonna be as close as people think it's gonna be. i think khabib is in another level, right up there with conor. both of those guys in my opinion are levels above the rest of the division (we could use the conor vs eddie fight as an example). i honestly believe that khabib vs tony will be pretty even in the beginning of the first but khabib is just gonna apply his grappling and win comfortably by round 3 ground and pound. i hope tony proves me wrong tho